Bill Gay

Bill has more than twenty years of direct experience with business growth and acquisition. In 2003, He started the New England franchise of ImageFIRST. Over an eighteen-year span, this franchise grew from a fledgling start up with three employees into a $35m business employing more than two hundred people, with four operation centers that provide service to all six New England states. 

Bill is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University and began his career at Mechanic Uniform Service. Over sixteen years, he worked his way up from customer advocate to regional general manager, responsible for all facets of the operation and reporting directly to the CEO/owner.

OUR MISSION

Driven by strong core values and a passion to enhance companies & lives, we strategically partner with successful businesses to help them attain breakthrough growth.

Pearle Vision

Pearle Vision is a leading regional eyecare provider operating eight (8) Pearle Vision franchise locations in the rural NJ/NY market. Pearle Vision was ranked the #1 health franchise in North America by Entrepreneur magazine in 2018. The Company provides comprehensive eyecare services (>44% of sales) and prescribes contacts / glasses (<56% of sales). 

In 2021 Northwoods Partners acquired a minority stake in Pearle Vision in partnership with Riviera Capital Partners.

SeedPod Cyber

SeedPod Cyber works with managed service providers (MSPs) to help businesses protect themselves from the potentially catastrophic impacts of cybercrime. SeedPod offers unique insurance programs focused on cyber insurance and Tech E&O. By leveraging insurance, technology, and partnerships with managed service providers, SeedPod ensures clients have everything they need to protect their digital assets, balance sheet, and reputation.

In 2022 Northwoods Partners made a minority investment in SeedPod Cyber.

Island Master Locksmith

Founded in 1991, Island Master Locksmith is a diverse security solutions company with over 3,500 customers throughout the Northeast including bank branches, corporations, commercial, industrial, and institutions. Island Master Locksmith specializes in vault and safety deposit preventative maintenance as well as door repair and servicing. 

In April 2023, Northwoods Partners acquired a majority stake in Island Master Locksmith

H2O

H2O Power Equipment Company is Colorado’s largest full service industrial Pressure Washer, Parts Washer, Waste Oil Heater, and Industrial Wash Bay/Water Recycling company. H2O Power Equipment has been an industry leader for over 25 years and specializes in distributing environmentally friendly products.

In 2022 Northwoods Partners made a minority investment in H2O