The Riverside Company-backed Vomela Acquires Moss from EagleTree Capital, Bringing Global Capabilities to the Platform

The Riverside Company, a global investment firm focused on the smaller end of the middle market, has acquired Moss from investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital, as an add-on to its portfolio company The Vomela Companies (Vomela), a provider of specialized graphic solutions, creative services, engineering, prototyping, installation and project management. This strategic move combines two events powerhouses into the world’s largest specialist production partner serving the live events and experiential industry.

Founded in 1955 and headquartered in Franklin Park, Illinois, Moss is a globally recognized producer of premium event and retail graphics, complex structures and custom installations for innovative brand experiences. Known for its award-winning tension fabric architecture, modular systems, complex structures and immersive experiential environments, Moss serves many of the world’s most recognizable brands, agencies, exhibit houses and architectural partners and has a strong presence across Europe with operations in Germany, Poland, the United Kingdom and Spain.

“Moss’ reputation and capabilities in the US, Europe and UK offer a unique opportunity to bring together two complementary organizations whose strengths and cultures align to build a powerhouse event and visual communications organization,” said Riverside Partner Craig Kahler. “We look forward to welcoming Moss’ team into the Vomela family.”

“We are extremely proud of our investment in Moss,” added EagleTree Capital Co-Managing Partner Anup Bagaria and Senior Partner Michael Struble. “It has been an honor to partner with Jason Popp and the entire Moss team, and we wish them continued success in this exciting next phase. Joining the Vomela family represents the ideal next step for the business.”

The addition of Moss marks Vomela’s second add-on since Riverside’s investment. It underscores the shared commitment of expanding both its geographic reach and range of services to better meet the evolving needs of brands seeking meaningful customer engagement. Riverside has invested in more than 380 platforms and add-on companies under its Business Services specialization.

“We’re looking forward to broadening our geographic reach and delivering even greater value to our new and existing customers,” said President and CEO of The Vomela Companies Mark Auth. “Together, Vomela and Moss create the most capable experiential and events company in the world, and with Moss’ established operations in the UK and Europe, we gain immediate international reach that expands what we can deliver for customers globally. On behalf of the Auth Family, we also are very excited about our continued investment in the combined organization.”

Working with Kahler on the deal for Riverside were Principal Shawn Alt, Operating Partner Marc Jourlait, Senior Associate Nate Hochberg and Associate Calvin Alex. Partner, Origination, Cheryl Strom sourced the deal for Riverside.

William Blair, Jones Day and Alvarez and Marsal advised Moss and EagleTree on the transaction.