MEDINA, OHIO — Bil-Jac Foods, a premium dog food and treat manufacturer, has received a new investment from private equity firm Entrepreneurial Equity Partners (e2p). The investment is in partnership with Ray Kelly, whose father founded Bil-Jac in 1947.
For more than 75 years, Bil-Jac has been a trusted name in the pet food market, specializing in premium dog foods and treats. The company uses high-quality ingredients and a proprietary, small-batch manufacturing process to gently cook its products. Bil-Jac’s product portfolio spans dry kibble, wet and frozen formulas, soft and chewy treats, and more specialized diets for canines. Currently the company operates two facilities in Berlin, Md., and Medina, Ohio.
“We are pleased to partner with one of the nation’s oldest and highest quality, family-owned pet food companies,” said Ryan Schweet, partner at e2p. “Bil-Jac has a stellar legacy of producing superior pet products, and we are committed to supporting Bil-Jac’s growth with additional resources to better serve the needs of our customers. e2p is excited to leverage our network and industry expertise to support Bil-Jac in continuing to deliver premium products to its customers while helping the brand reach its next stage of growth.”
As part of the investment, Ron Coughlin will join Bil-Jac’s board of directors as executive chairman and an investor. Coughlin has decades of leadership experience and expertise in the pet industry, having previously served as chief executive officer of Petco.
“I am excited to work alongside the Bil-Jac team, and I am confident that we will continue to drive innovation in the pet food space,” Coughlin said. “Bil-Jac is an iconic and highly respected brand with a rich history and deep trust among pet parents. I am excited to build on this foundation and help develop a strategic growth plan that ensures even more dogs can benefit from Bil-Jac’s commitment to quality, nutrition and care.”
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