Maple Park Capital has made a strategic investment in Bridge Locations, one of the largest Xfinity authorized retail partners in the U.S., to support new store openings and continued investment in Bridge’s leadership, training and technology.

The list celebrates private equity firms with demonstrated track records of supporting founder-led companies through growth and beyond.

Maple Park Capital portfolio company Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is expanding in Dallas through a 10-unit development agreement with local franchisee Kyle Wiborg. Wiborg will open his first four units by year's end as Rita's pushes deeper into the south-central U.S. and beyond, Franchise Times reports.

Maple Park Capital portfolio company Prep Network has acquired Coast 2 Coast Preps, a national leader in middle school basketball events and coverage, creating a connected youth basketball ecosystem spanning middle school and high school athletics.

Steve Wiborg, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Ampler Holdings and Director at Maple Park portfolio company Rita’s Italian Ice, has joined Maple Park Capital as an Operating Advisor.

In an exclusive interview with Maple Park Capital’s portfolio company, Kidd discusses youth sports, leadership, and the platform’s role in expanding access and opportunity for young athletes.