Leading window manufacturer creates 50 jobs in Swainsboro, Georgia
ATLANTA, March 9, 2015–The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) today announced that Vista Window Company, a window manufacturer owned by JP Capital Management, will expand its operations in Swainsboro, Ga., creating 50 jobs and investing $2 million into the project over the next year.
'Projects like this truly represent how Georgia's business environment enables company growth,' said GDEcD Commissioner Chris Carr. 'Our strong network of suppliers, a skilled advanced manufacturing workforce and a welcoming community in Swainsboro create the ideal place for companies such as Vista Window Company to thrive.'
The new 57,000-square-foot facility will house the fabrication and assembly of the company's primary line of vinyl replacement windows. Vista Window will also move its insulated glass line to the new Swainsboro facility.
Vista Window Company, founded in 2001, is a top 100 window manufacturer, based in Lordstown, OH. The company produces a full line of vinyl replacement windows and patio doors, selling through a network of distribution partners and specialty remodelers. The company's windows and doors are rated among the most energy efficient products in the industry.
Ryan Waldrep, assistant director of entrepreneur and small business development on the existing industry and regional recruitment team at GDEcD supported Vista Window Company on behalf of Georgia, along with Ken Warnock, chief executive officer at the Swainsboro-Emanuel County Joint Development Authority.
"We are excited and appreciate Vista Window Company's confidence in choosing Swainsboro for its new window and insulated glass manufacturing operations here in the Southeast,' said Ken Warnock, CEO, Swainsboro-Emanuel County Chamber of Commerce and Joint Development Authority. "Swainsboro's geographic location to the Southeastern US transportation infrastructure, local workforce and its low costs of doing business make it and Emanuel County one of the most attractive industrial and business climates for companies. This allows companies like Vista to efficiently serve their growing client base in the most cost effective way while producing a high quality product for its consumers."
About JP Capital Management
JP Capital Management (JPCM) is a private equity company that specializes in the acquisition and operation of middle market companies in sectors such as manufacturing, real estate, health care, commodity brokerage and more.
JPCM approaches each transaction from a disciplined, pragmatic and economically sound perspective. But where their approach differs from typical private equity, is in their ability to leverage JPCM family of companies to the benefit of each individual business. For more information please visit www.jpcapitalmanagement.com.
About the Georgia Department of Economic Development
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) plans, manages and mobilizes state resources to attract new business investment to Georgia, drive the expansion of existing industry and small business, locate new markets for Georgia products, inspire tourists to visit Georgia and promote the state as a top destination for arts events and film, music and digital entertainment projects. Visit Georgia.org for more information.