Bloom Equity Partners Drives Strategic Expansion of Soutron Global with Take-Private Acquisition of Auto-Graphics
- zoyaibrahim
- Mar 31
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New York, NY – April 1, 2025 – Bloom Equity Partners, in partnership with Atlasview Equity Partners, today announced the strategic acquisition of Agent Information Software, Inc. (OTCPK: AIFS), parent company of Auto-Graphics, Inc. (“Auto-Graphics”), by its portfolio company, Soutron Global. This transaction, a decisive move to consolidate market leadership in library management and resource-sharing software solutions, follows Soutron Global’s recent acquisition of MINISIS Inc., further enhancing its platform.
This take-private acquisition of Auto-Graphics underscores Bloom Equity Partners’ disciplined approach to value creation through strategic M&A, representing Bloom Equity’s third successful take-private in 18 months and demonstrating our ability to execute complex transactions and drive transformative growth within our portfolio.
“The acquisition of Auto-Graphics is a testament to our strategic vision and commitment to building industry-leading platforms,” stated Bart Macdonald, Managing Partner at Bloom Equity Partners. “By integrating Auto-Graphics’ established North American presence and technical expertise with Soutron Global’s robust solutions, we are poised to deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders. This transaction exemplifies our focus on identifying and supporting founder-owned companies with significant growth potential.”
Tony Saadat, President & CEO of Soutron Global, remarked, “The integration of Auto-Graphics strengthens our ability to provide comprehensive and advanced information management solutions. This strategic acquisition, combined with the recent integration of MINISIS, significantly expands our capabilities, offering our clients enhanced flexibility and innovation.”
Paul Cope, President of Auto-Graphics, commented, “Joining Soutron Global represents a strategic alignment of our shared commitment to client excellence. Together, we will leverage our combined expertise to drive innovation and deliver superior solutions to the information management community.”
This transaction positions Soutron Global for accelerated growth and expanded market penetration within the information management sector. Bloom Equity Partners continues to execute its strategy of investing in high-potential software companies and driving value through targeted, accretive acquisitions.
About Auto-Graphics
Auto-Graphics, Inc., a pioneer in library management and resource-sharing software for over 50 years, provides cloud-based solutions to over 6,000 libraries across North America.
About Soutron Global
Soutron Global is a leading provider of library, archive, and knowledge management software, serving a global clientele. With a proven track record of over 30 years, Soutron is recognized for its innovative solutions and commitment to client service.
About Bloom Equity Partners
Bloom Equity Partners, headquartered in New York City, is a technology-focused private equity firm investing in lower-middle market software and tech-enabled business services companies. The firm leverages its deep operational expertise and strategic capital to drive transformational growth and deliver superior returns.
Contact: IR@Bloomequitypartners.com