Denver, CO (January 15, 2024) – BaseRock Partners announces the sale of New England Finish Systems to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). BaseRock Partners (“BaseRock”) served as the exclusive financial advisor to New England Finish Systems (“NEFS”).
Founded in 1985, NEFS has grown into one of the largest specialty contractors in New England. Known for its quality craftsmanship and adherence to strict deadlines, NEFS is a trusted partner in the specialty contracting industry. With over 300 carpenters, NEFS serves a diverse range of projects, including high-end tenant fit-outs, biopharmaceutical lab spaces, and ground-up residential high-rises in Boston, Massachusetts.
“I am so proud of the company we’ve built together, the quality of our work, and commitment to the projects we have always delivered,” said Jon Marquis, owner of NEFS.
“BaseRock worked closely with us to evaluate the best transaction options and provided valuable guidance and expertise throughout the complex ESOP process. Thanks to their extensive experience in the construction industry, we achieved a transaction that significantly benefits our employees and positions our company for long-term success.”
NEFS’s transition to employee ownership underscores its commitment to its workforce as its most important asset. This ESOP ensures the company’s stability and continued growth under the leadership of its skilled and loyal team.
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BaseRock Partners is an investment bank built to serve the engineering and construction industry. BaseRock advises clients using a team-oriented approach that combines decades of industry expertise, deep industry relationships, and unique transaction capabilities specifically designed to meet the needs of engineering and construction companies.
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