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Empire Equipment Company
Empire Equipment Company distributes foodservice equipment from six US warehouses as a division of Sequent Foodservice Solutions.
Empire Equipment Company
Empire Equipment offers a comprehensive selection of top-quality foodservice equipment from leading manufacturers as well as best-in-class customer service and support. Our experienced team is dedicated to building strong relationships across the industry and fostering the growth and success for both its customers and vendors.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
1985
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Goldsboro
Corporate office
Goldsboro, NC, United States
Additional offices
Texas · California · Maryland · Georgia · Arizona
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Empire Equipment Company?
Empire Equipment Company does not publicly disclose its leadership team or investment decision-makers. The firm operates as a division of Sequent Foodservice Solutions, and its primary activity is equipment distribution rather than capital deployment. No CEO, CIO, or managing principals are named on its website.
How does Empire Equipment Company source proprietary deal flow?
Empire sources equipment from leading manufacturers through long-standing vendor relationships built over 40 years as both a distributor and manufacturers' representative. The firm's website emphasizes relationships with industry-leading vendors, but does not describe a formal proprietary sourcing process for financial deals.
Is Empire Equipment Company structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a distribution firm?
Empire Equipment Company is a wholesale distributor and manufacturers' representative for foodservice equipment. It does not present itself as a family office or investment manager. The firm is a division of Sequent Foodservice Solutions, which offers a sourcing network for equipment manufacturers.
Does Empire Equipment Company participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Empire Equipment Company does not appear to participate in fund commitments or direct investments. Its business model involves physical goods distribution — selling equipment and parts to foodservice operators — rather than financial capital allocation.
What investment stages does Empire Equipment Company typically target?
Empire does not target investment stages. The firm's activity centers on supplying equipment to commercial foodservice operations, including restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens. No stage-based investment strategy is disclosed.
Which sectors does Empire Equipment Company explicitly avoid?
Empire does not publicly disclose any sectors it avoids. Its website focuses exclusively on foodservice equipment, including ice machines, cooking gear, refrigeration, and related products. There is no mention of areas such as technology, real estate, or healthcare.
How is Empire Equipment Company related to Sequent Foodservice Solutions?
Empire Equipment Company operates as a division of Sequent Foodservice Solutions, a parent company that provides a streamlined foodservice equipment sourcing experience through a network of top-tier manufacturers. The relationship allows Empire to leverage Sequent's broader support and operational resources.
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