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May 23, 2023

Kissel Capital Partners with Experienced Chairman and Management Team in Acquisition of Contour Glass

Kissel Capital, a private equity firm headquartered in Zionsville, Indiana, is pleased to announce its latest investment in Contour Glass.  Kissel Capital is partnering alongside an experienced industry expert serving as Chairman, in addition to the strong, long-tenured management team through a management-led buyout transaction in the industrial sector.

Contour Glass, based in Surgoinsville, Tennessee, is a leading manufacturer of high-volume tempered glass components. The company specializes in transformation, cutting, edging, silk screening, and tempering for customers across the appliance, building products, and lighting industries. Contour Glass operates advanced continuous flow production lines, delivering high-speed, cost-efficient solutions to major OEM customers.

This partnership builds on Contour Glass’s strong foundation, excess production capacity, strategic geographic location, and proven operational expertise. With Kissel Capital’s support, the company is well positioned for accelerated growth, expanded capabilities, and continued leadership in providing precision tempered glass solutions to demanding end markets.

Marc Massa will continue to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer of Contour Glass. He will be supported by the company’s experienced management team, along with an independent chairman providing strategic guidance and oversight.

Marc Massa will continue as President and CEO of Contour Glass. He will be supported by the company's seasoned management team, along with an experienced chairman providing strategic oversight. 

"We are excited to invest with Marc Massa and the entire Contour Glass team. Their deep industry knowledge, proven execution, and customer-focused approach make this an ideal fit for our strategy of investing alongside exceptional leadership in resilient industrial businesses," said Luke Phenicie, Founder of Kissel Capital.

This investment underscores Kissel Capital’s commitment to management led buyouts in the industrial services sector, where the firm’s specialized experience and aligned investor network support superior long-term outcomes.

For more information about Kissel Capital, please visit www.kisselcapital.com.


About Kissel Capital

Kissel Capital is a private equity firm based in Zionsville, Indiana. Founded in 2022, the firm focuses exclusively on management led buyouts in the industrial and services sectors, partnering with strong management teams to support growth, operational improvement, and long-term success. Kissel Capital invests its own capital alongside a network of aligned co investors who share its guiding principles.


About Contour Glass

Contour Glass is a premier provider of high-volume tempered glass fabrication and transformation services for the appliance, building products, and lighting industries. With over 25 years of experience and a state-of-the-art facility in Surgoinsville, Tennessee, the company delivers innovative, high-quality solutions tailored to the rigorous requirements of its global OEM customers.

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