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Traction Capital Acquires Superior Decks & Railings 

Traction Capital is excited to announce its acquisition of Superior Decks & Railings, a premier provider of high-quality decking and railing solutions based in Minnesota. With a legacy of craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, Superior Decks & Railings has established itself as a trusted name in the industry, offering a diverse range of products including decks, fencing, pergolas, railings, and more.  

This acquisition marks a significant milestone for both Traction Capital and Superior Decks & Railings. With key founders continuing to lead the company and another transitioning into an advisory role, Traction Capital is excited to partner with the leadership team to drive the business into its next phase of growth. By leveraging Traction’s expertise in operational efficiency and strategic planning, Superior Decks & Railings is well-positioned to expand its reach and enhance its offerings. 

“With the support of Traction Capital, Superior is positioned to reach new heights, fueling growth and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the decking and railing industry. Our dedicated team and proven leadership give me absolute confidence in our ability to seize this opportunity and build an even brighter, more successful future—one defined by innovation, resilience, and continued excellence,” said Scott Dohmen, Co-founder and COO. 

To support a smooth and efficient acquisition process, Traction Capital partnered with experienced M&A advisors. “Kenan Aksoz and Anton Medved at Crux Rubicon were instrumental in guiding us through this process,” said Brian Cox, President of Traction Capital. “Their expertise, strategic insights, and negotiation skills made a meaningful impact, and we truly appreciate their partnership.”  

Traction Capital is renowned for its unique approach to private equity, combining financial resources with operational expertise to unlock the full potential of its portfolio companies. With a team of seasoned entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors, Traction Capital brings more than just capital to the table—it brings strategic vision and hands-on support. 

“Superior Decks & Railings has built a strong foundation and an excellent reputation in the decking industry,” said Shane Erickson, Managing Partner of Traction Capital. “We see tremendous opportunity to build on this success by introducing the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS), optimizing production workflows, and exploring new market opportunities. We’re thrilled to partner with such a dedicated and talented team.” 

As part of the acquisition, industry veteran Ed Peterson will be joining the Superior Decks & Railings team. With over 25 years of experience in the decking and railing industry, including his success at Ultralox, where he played a key role in the company’s growth and innovation, Peterson brings invaluable expertise to the business. His leadership will help drive Superior Decks & Railings forward as it continues to expand and evolve. 

“I look forward to joining the Superior team in an official capacity and helping them continue to expand on their successes. The partnership with Traction Capital is valuable, as they combine their experience as business owners with the EOS process to help companies operate even more effectively. I have great confidence in the team at Superior and am excited about the future,” said Ed Peterson. 

The partnership between Traction Capital and Superior Decks & Railings underscores a shared commitment to fostering growth and innovation. Together, they aim to set new standards of quality and efficiency in the decking and railings industry while strategically expanding into new markets to bring Superior Decks & Railings’ trusted solutions to a broader audience. 

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Scott litman

strategic growth partner

Scott Litman is a serial entrepreneur, advisor, and investor who brings decades of hands-on startup and growth experience to Traction Capital. With five successful company exits and a long list of accolades, he’s a driving force behind innovation and scale in Minnesota’s business community.

As a Strategic Growth Partner, Scott has an immense level of experience in entrepreneurship that he brings to Traction Capital.  He has gone from startup, funding, growth and exit five times (Imaginet Inc, Spot Buy Spot, Imaginet LLC, Magnet 360 & Lucy). In that time, he has received a number of honors & awards including E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year, Business Journal Titan of Technology, University of Minnesota Outstanding Achievement, Smart Business Dealmakers Hall of Fame, Twin Cities Business 100 People to Know / Watch (3 times), Minnesota Business The (Real) Power 50 and Business Journal 40 Under 40. Along the way, Scott has experienced being #1 in The Business Journals Fast 50, made the Inc 500 and has worked with over 25% of the Fortune 500.

Scott founded the Minnesota Cup, the largest state wide business plan competition in the US and has been on the Board of Advocates for Backpack, a student run marketing and communications agency out of the University of Minnesota.

Scott has served on the BOD, Advisory Board or been advisor to a number of startups that have had tremendous success including Enstratus (acquired by Dell), InStereo (acquired by Salesloft), HealthSimple (acquired by J&J), Hollywood Fashion Secrets (acquired by American International Industries), I See Me (acquired by The McEvoy Group) and more.