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“ When Trive Capital, a private equity firm, that had already formed OWL™ Services looked at acquiring Seneca, I think they saw a company with a well-rounded service offering built around our core competency: fueling systems. We serve not only the retail convenience store market but also the commercial fueling and fleet industries. What made the partnership with OWL Services( OWL) so compelling is that Seneca brought a depth of expertise that complemented the other companies already in the OWL family. Together, we’ ve been able to enhance each other’ s offerings and create something even stronger,” he elaborates.
“ Of course, integration brings change. Seneca was a family-owned company for over 50 years, and many of us, me included, have been here for decades. Our people and our customers are like extended family. So, while this transition has been significant, our team has embraced it with enthusiasm and resilience. We’ ve learned to communicate better, to build new relationships across the organization, and to recognize the immense expertise within the broader OWL group. Now, we’ re seeing that momentum build. The collaboration, efficiency, and shared purpose are really starting to take hold and we’ re just getting started.”
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Each of the companies acquired by Trive Capital to build OWL began as a familyowned business, and many of those original owners and founders remain deeply involved today. That legacy has helped preserve a strong family-style culture across the organization.“ Many of our best and brightest people are still here, and after working together for years, we truly see one another as family,” Darren continues.
“ Growth requires adjustment. The pace is faster, expectations are higher, and data
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