O2 Investment Partners Announces Appointment of Jake Weirick

November 2024

Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

O2 Investment Partners (www.o2investment.com) announced today the appointment of Jake Weirick as the firm’s newest Associate. Luke Plumpton announced the addition saying, “O2 is thrilled to welcome Jake to the firm. He brings meaningful transaction and execution expertise, and we believe he can have an immediate impact on our current portfolio and the review of new investment opportunities.”

In the new role, Jake will be responsible for evaluating new transactions, due diligence, underwriting, and collaborating with O2’s portfolio companies.

Prior to joining O2, Jake was an Investment Banking Associate at Stephens Inc. At Stephens Inc., a middle market investment bank, Jake worked in the firm’s Industrials and Business Services group where he advised clients on buy- and sell-side mergers and acquisitions. Jake graduated from The Ohio State University’s Fisher College of Business and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance.

About O2 Investment Partners

O2 Investment Partners is a Midwest-based private equity firm that seeks to acquire majority interests in lower middle market B2B services, technology, and select niche industrial companies. The Firm invests in businesses with earnings growth potential and a clear path to the creation of shareholder value. Additional information is available at www.o2investment.com.

Contact

Luke K. Plumpton

O2 Investment Partners, LP

Managing Partner

248.554.4215

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