

Acquired: May 16, 2003 with $44 million in annual sales.
The Hilsinger Company, headquartered in Plainville, Massachusetts, is a leading provider of eyewear and eye care accessory products and supplies in the U.S. and U.K. Hilsinger offers the industry’s broadest line of optical and ophthalmic products with over 20,000 SKUs and enjoys strong brand equity across its product offering. A majority of the Company’s products are sold under the Hilco, Shield, Aden and RxSports brand names. The Company is recognized as a prominent innovator of optical products and accessories, having developed numerous patented and exclusive products.
"When we decided to sell our company in 2002 a sizable number of quality firms were interested,
enabling us to be very selective. We sought a partner that could bring more than just capital to the
table. ICV has fulfilled that need, helping our business grow organically and through acquisition -
completing an add-on acquisition in our first year. ICV has been active and supportive throughout
every aspect of the process. Our organic growth has benefited from sharing of insights and personal
business experiences by ICV professionals; introducing us to a network of outstanding outside business
professionals and outside organizations; and capitalizing on customer relationships that have
been developed through other portfolio companies."
- Bob Nahmias, Chief Executive Officer The Hilsinger Company
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