FitzMark Completes Acquisition of Hometown Logistics

Indianapolis, IN – September 8, 2025

FitzMark LLC (“FitzMark”), a leading provider of freight brokerage and transportation management solutions, announced the acquisition of Hometown Logistics LLC (“Hometown”) on September 2, 2025.

"We’re grateful to the Hometown team for trusting us as a home for their employees and customers. Nate and his team have built their business on the same service-focused elements that we share at FitzMark and we are excited to provide them additional tools and resources to continue growing with their shipper and carrier partners." — Founder and CEO of FitzMark, Scott Fitzgerald

"In just seven years, Hometown has achieved what once seemed impossible — rising to the top through some of the most challenging freight markets our industry has ever faced. The team’s perseverance is truly second to none. I want to thank our more than 100 team members who made this success possible. I’m excited to watch all the great things Hometown and FitzMark will accomplish together."— Founder of Hometown, Cole Ervin

"We’re proud of all the leaders and hard-working team members at Hometown. I want to personally thank them for the dedication and support these last seven years. Scott and the FitzMark team have a great reputation in Indianapolis and the industry, and we’re excited to be joining their team!" — CEO of Hometown, Nate Roberts

Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

For nearly 20 years, FitzMark has delivered industry-leading freight brokerage and transportation services. Through the acquisition of Hometown, FitzMark’s partners can expect enhanced dry van and flatbed offerings in addition to the unparalleled level of service they have come to expect.

This acquisition represents FitzMark’s tenth transaction as it continues to execute its organic and targeted acquisition growth strategy. Throughout these acquisitions, FitzMark has consistently retained and incentivized leadership and key personnel, while upholding its high standards of service to shipper and carrier partners. With the support of Calera Capital, a leading middle-market private equity firm, FitzMark looks forward to continuing to pursue acquisitions that add depth to its platform and align with its operating model and culture.

About Hometown

Hometown Logistics was established in 2018 in Indianapolis, IN with additional offices in Scottsdale, AZ and Nashville, TN. Hometown provides truckload transportation services with a focus on dry van and flatbed freight tailored for shippers in various industries.

About FitzMark

Established in 2006 by CEO Scott Fitzgerald, FitzMark is a nationwide third-party logistics firm serving full truckload, less-than-truckload, refrigerated, expedited, over dimensional, and drayage freight markets. The Company provides industry-leading service to its customers and carriers by investing in its team of dedicated transportation specialists, utilizing its strict carrier vetting process, and providing efficient, flexible, and transparent routing through its proprietary Transportation Management System, DASH.

FitzMark is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN and serves over 3,000 shippers and 25,000 carriers throughout the U.S.

For more information on FitzMark’s services, visit: www.fitzmark.com

About Calera Capital

Founded in 1991, Calera Capital is a private investment firm that has invested over $4.9 billion in equity capital. With offices in Boston and San Francisco, Calera focuses on partnering with founders and management teams to drive significant value creation in their businesses, primarily in two industry sectors: Business Services and Specialty Industrials. Calera Capital makes substantial investments in middle-market businesses and works closely in support of management to build long-term sustainable value through the implementation of operating and strategic initiatives.

For more information on Calera Capital, visit: www.caleracapital.com