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Soutron Global Announces CEO Transition and Continues Growth Through Strategic Acquisitions

Brad Frasher Appointed Chief Executive Officer; Founder Tony Saadat to Retire and Serve in Advisory Role 


New York, NY – Oct 14, 2025 – Soutron Global, a leading provider of library, information, and archival management SaaS solutions, today announced that Brad Frasher has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective October 6, 2025.


Longtime CEO and industry veteran Tony Saadat will retire from day-to-day operations and transition to an advisory role, where he will continue to support the company and its leadership team.


This leadership transition follows a period of significant expansion for Soutron Global.


Earlier this year, the company completed the acquisition and integration of Auto-Graphics, a prominent library automation provider, and in 2024 it acquired MINISIS, a leading archival and collections management platform.


These acquisitions broaden Soutron Global’s product portfolio and reinforce its position as a global leader in knowledge and information management.


“Brad brings the strategic vision and operational expertise needed to accelerate Soutron Global’s next chapter of growth,” said Bart Macdonald, Managing Partner at Bloom Equity Partners, co-owner of Soutron Global. “His proven track record in scaling SaaS businesses and driving customer success aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver world-class library and knowledge management solutions.”


“Soutron Global has a rich history of innovation and an extraordinary team dedicated to empowering libraries and archives around the world,” said Bart Macdonald, Managing Partner at Bloom Equity. “With the successful acquisitions of Auto-Graphics and MINISIS and the appointment of Brad as CEO, Soutron is poised to capture even more opportunities in this expanding market.”


Saadat, who has led Soutron Global for more than a decade, expressed gratitude to employees, clients, and partners for their support.“It has been the privilege of my career to guide Soutron Global and work with such a talented and passionate team,” said Saadat. “With Brad’s leadership and the backing of Bloom Equity , I’m excited to see the company continue to thrive and I look forward to supporting the transition in my advisory role.”


Previously, Mr. Frasher served as Chairman and CEO of Aline, a private equity-backed enterprise SaaS company, where he led the merger of Enquire, Sherpa, and Glennis Solutions along with several follow-on acquisitions into a market-leading senior living property management platform. Prior to Aline, Mr. Frasher was Chief Executive Officer of Glennis Solutions, where he transformed an internally developed property management platform into a high-growth, multi-product SaaS enterprise. Under his leadership, the company achieved more than 100% ARR growth in under two years, expanded into international markets, and earned multiple industry innovation awards, culminating in a successful private equity exit.


Earlier in his career, Mr. Frasher held senior executive roles with one of the five largest senior living operators in the United States. Over two decades, he led financial planning, business analysis, and strategic initiatives spanning more than $2 billion in acquisitions, $500 million in redevelopment projects, and a $3.1 billion real estate portfolio exit.


In his new role, Mr. Frasher will focus on expanding Soutron Global’s global footprint, advancing product innovation, and strengthening customer relationships.


About Soutron Global

Soutron Global is a leading provider of cloud-based library, information, and archival management solutions used by corporations, government agencies, law firms, and special libraries worldwide. Its flexible, secure platform enables organizations to manage, preserve, and deliver information assets with confidence. Recent acquisitions of Auto-Graphics and MINISIS have expanded the company’s product offerings and strengthened its global market position.


About Bloom Equity Partners

Bloom Equity is a leading technology-focused private equity firm headquartered in New York City, currently deploying capital from Bloom Equity Partners Fund I. Bloom Equity partners closely with founders and management teams, leveraging operational resources and expertise to drive transformational growth in lower-middle-market software and tech-enabled business services companies.


 
 
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