SI Private Capital Completes Acquisition of Dairy Products Distributor, Sutter’s Quality Foods
SI Private Capital (“SIPC”), is pleased to announce its acquisition of Sutter’s Quality Foods (“SQF”) along with its capital investment to support future growth and recapitalization. The transaction was completed in partnership with Bill Yoder, who will retain an ownership stake. Brian Richardson will remain CEO, ensuring continuity in leadership as the Companies enter this exciting new chapter.
Founded in 1998 as Yoders Eggs, Inc., Sutter’s Quality Foods is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, and is a wholesaler and distributor offering high quality local dairy items, orange juice, eggs, locally made Yoder’s Southern Creamery premium ice cream, award winning cheeses and more, to quality restaurants, markets, institutions, and ice cream shops across Florida.
Founding owner, Bill Yoder, noted, “What stood out to us most was SI Private Capital’s genuine respect for our roots as a family-owned business. They’ve made it clear that preserving our culture and values is just as important as driving growth—and that means a lot to us.”
Brian Richardson, CEO of SQF said, “SI Private Capital demonstrated exceptional professionalism, insightful analysis, and unwavering commitment throughout the process. Their collaborative, partnership-driven approach made them an invaluable asset—not only in structuring the transaction, but especially in understanding our business needs and long-term strategic goals. I am confident they will be a valuable partner, contributing meaningful strategic insight as we continue our ambitious and transformative growth journey.”
Richard Mocsari, Managing Partner at SIPC, added, “It’s a pleasure to support the growth of a promising industry leader like SQF, whose management team is deeply committed to delivering high quality service and support to top-tier customers. Equity investments like this are central to SIPC’s mission, and we look forward to working with Brian and Bill, and their team, to help realize their ambitious growth vision.”
In a related transaction, SI Private Capital has completed its acquisition of award-winning ice cream manufacturer, Yoder’s Southern Creamery. For more information about the transaction, visit: https://www.siprivatecap.com/si-private-capital-completes-acquisition-of-award-winning-ice-cream-manufacturer-yoders-southern-creamery/
About Sutter’s Quality Foods
Sutter’s Quality Foods is a wholesaler and distributor offering high quality local dairy items, orange juice, eggs, locally made ice cream, award winning cheeses and more, to quality restaurants, markets, institutions, and ice cream shops across Florida.
For more information, visit: https://suttersqualityfoods.com
