Tico Capital Partners ("Tico") announced today the completion of its acquisition of AME Automotive ("AME"). Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, AME is a premier provider of turnkey facility design, equipment solutions, and professional installation services to automotive dealerships nationwide.

Founded in 2001 by David Easterbrook, AME provides comprehensive facility solutions—including design, equipment procurement, parts room relocation, and full-service installation and service—from its headquarters in Auburn Hills, serving automotive dealerships across the United States. "From the very beginning of this process, it was clear that Tico shares our values—they understand what makes AME special and are committed to preserving the culture and customer-first approach that our team has built over more than two decades," said Bryan Talaga, President of AME. "This partnership gives us the resources and strategic support to take AME to the next level, and I’m excited about what the future holds for our employees, our customers, and the community we serve."

Tico Partner Jimmy Tapp remarked, "AME is exactly the kind of business we look to partner with—a company led by an outstanding management team that has cultivated a family-oriented culture and a deep commitment to customer service. We are grateful to David Easterbrook, Bryan Talaga and the entire AME team, and are excited to support AME’s continued growth."

Cherry Tree & Associates, a Minneapolis-based private investment banking firm, acted as the exclusive advisor to AME in the transaction.