HNS Partners Announces the Sale of Prints of Love to The Buy Build Fun
HNS Partners is pleased to announce that certain principals of the firm acted as advisors to Prints of Love in its sale to The Buy Build Fund.
March 18, 2024: Birmingham-based investment bank HNS Partners (“HNS”) announced that certain principals of the firm advised Prints of Love in its sale to The Buy Build Fund.
Prints of Love is an online custom printing service specializing in creating high-quality, personalized printed products. Entrepreneur Shane Schut founded Prints of Love in 2017, and the company quickly expanded to become a go-to source for independent digital designers and customers in need of specialized printing solutions. The company is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.
"Our decision to acquire Prints of Love aligns perfectly with our mission to identify and bolster businesses with significant growth potential," said Cliff Sirlin, Partner at The Buy Build Fund. "We are incredibly excited to work alongside Prints of Love's existing management team to take this already impressive company to the next level.”
“This transaction was particularly rewarding because Prints of Love is such a unique growth story. Shane built the company from the ground up and it was important for him to find the right partner for its next stage of growth,” added Perry Still, Managing Partner at HNS Partners. “The team at The Buy Build Fund couldn’t be a better fit for that role.”
Shane Schut, founder of Prints of Love, said: “I appreciate the outstanding work by Perry Still, Laney Naramore, and Jeremy Berman to get this deal done. I can't say enough about the professionalism of HNS. They are a great partner to have on your side of the table.”
With this transaction, HNS continues its role as a leading advisor to middle market service companies across the country.
About The Buy Build Fund
The Buy Build Fund is an investment firm with a focus on unlocking the potential of small to medium-sized businesses in the lower middle market. With a dynamic team of experienced investors, operators, and former CEOs, the fund is an active investor in companies across various sectors, including technology, media, and consumer services. The fund's philosophy is grounded in partnering with companies that exhibit strong growth potential, a solid market position, and a commitment to digital innovation. Leveraging a co-investment network of over 1,000 firms and individuals, The Buy Build Fund offers a unique platform that combines strategic investment with operational support to transform and grow its portfolio companies. Please visit www.buybuildfund.com for more information.
About Prints of Love
Prints of Love is an online custom printing service specializing in creating high-quality, personalized printed products. Founded in 2017, the company has made significant strides in the custom printing industry by offering a range of products, including wedding cards, baby announcements and any custom print needs for events. With a commitment to environmental sustainability and community support, Prints of Love provides an easy-to-use platform that enables customers to bring their design visions to life, while also ensuring a print-on-demand service that prioritizes quality and customer satisfaction. Dedicated to making a positive impact, Prints of Love also partners with tree-planting organizations to plant a tree for every print order made. Please visit https://printsoflove.com for more information.