Greenbriar Signs Agreement to Sell Breeze Autocare to Valvoline
Founded in 1984, Breeze offers automotive quick lube, car wash, and light repair services through its differentiated “stay-in-car” model enabling quality, speed, and simplicity for its loyal customer base. Since Greenbriar’s investment in 2021, Breeze has expanded its footprint via a combination of new site developments and store acquisitions, while at the same time delivering robust organic growth. Today, the Company serves over 1.8 million customers annually.
“Greenbriar has been an exceptional partner to Breeze, providing invaluable expertise and resources as we have scaled our business, invested in our team, and expanded into new markets,” commented Eric Frankenberger, President and CEO of Breeze.
“It has been a pleasure to partner with Eric and the entire management team at Breeze,” said Matt Burke, Managing Director at Greenbriar. “Drawing on decades of industry experience, they have demonstrated a passion for growth and an unwavering commitment to operational excellence. We’re incredibly proud to have played a role in Breeze’s transformation from a successful, regionally focused player to a scaled national competitor poised for continued growth and leveraging innovative technology across all facets of its business. We are confident that Breeze’s unmatched talent and capabilities will continue to unlock value for the combined platform.”
Jefferies LLC served as lead financial advisor, Piper Sandler & Co. served as financial advisor, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal counsel to Breeze. Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC served as financial advisor and Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP served as legal counsel to Valvoline.
About Breeze
Founded in 1984 and headquartered in
About Greenbriar
Greenbriar is a middle market private equity firm with 20+ years of experience investing in market-leading services and manufacturing businesses. With
About Valvoline
Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) delivers quick, easy, trusted service at more than 2,000 franchised and company-operated service centers across
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