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American Capital exited its investment in The L.A. Studios in the third quarter of 2004.

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American Capital Strategies Funds $3.2 Million for L.A. Studios, Inc. for Development of a New Studio

Bethesda, MD – March 27, 2000 – American Capital Strategies, Ltd., a buyout and specialty finance company, today announced it has provided $7 million in financing to partially fund the buyout of A&M Cleaning Products. The American Capital investment, part of a $19 million financing package, which includes senior debt from Wachovia Bank and an equity investment arranged by Business Growth Partners, a southern-California-based private equity firm, was used to purchase A&M from family owners, and to provide capital for the expansion of the company's sales beyond its core markets in the Southeastern US. The prior owners will retain a minority equity stake in A&M. [more...]

Finding the Right Mix – The L.A. Studios Expands to Stay on Top

Bethesda, MD – March 27, 2000 – Backed by a new, seasoned management team and growth oriented investors, Greased Lightning, a multipurpose cleaner and degreaser manufactured by A&M Cleaning Products, Inc., is poised to transform a regional success story into a leading national brand. Based in Clemson, South Carolina, the company is penetrating new distribution channels and expanding into geographic regions throughout the United States. With the product now positioned for broader distribution through national merchandisers Wal-Mart and Kmart, the company is rapidly developing a national sales presence. [more...]