Clearsight Advises van den Boom & Associates on an Investment by Gridiron Capital

Clearsight Advisors, Inc. (“Clearsight”) is pleased to announce a successful transaction in its Healthcare and Life Sciences Services practice. Clearsight served as the exclusive sellside advisor to van den Boom & Associates, LLC (the “Company” or “VDBA”) on a strategic investment by Gridiron Capital (“Gridiron”).

van den Boom & Associates is a leading provider of outsourced back-office support to life sciences companies. Founded in 2014, the Company delivers an embedded, full-suite back-office solution spanning finance and accounting, human resources, contract management, compliance, and IT managed services. VDBA partners with biotechnology, medical devices, and other life sciences organizations at every stage of growth, from emerging ventures to public companies. Through its team of more than 150 professionals across five offices, VDBA serves over 160 active clients, helping organizations navigate increasing operational complexity so they can remain focused on advancing science and innovation.

Gridiron Capital is an investment firm that partners with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams to build and scale market-leading middle-market businesses. Leveraging its operational expertise and collaborative approach, Gridiron supports companies in executing growth initiatives, expanding capabilities, and creating long-term value. The investment in VDBA further expands Gridiron’s experience within outsourced pharma services, reflecting the growing demand for specialized operational support across the life sciences ecosystem.

Through this partnership, VDBA is well positioned to accelerate its next phase of growth and further strengthen its role as a trusted operational partner to life sciences companies. As organizations increasingly seek specialized providers to manage critical business functions, demand for comprehensive outsourced solutions continues to grow. Together, Gridiron and VDBA plan to invest in talent, technology, data-driven capabilities, and expanded service offerings, further enhancing VDBA’s ability to support clients throughout every stage of their growth and development.

Esther van den Boom, Founder and Managing Partner of Van den Boom & Associates, commented on the transaction, “Choosing the right partner for VDBA’s next chapter was an important priority. We are pleased to partner with Gridiron as we continue investing in our people, technology, and capabilities to support our clients and build on the strong foundation we have developed over the past decade.”

Greg Treger, Managing Director at Clearsight Advisors, commented, “Since its founding, VDBA has established itself as a highly trusted partner to life sciences organizations by delivering critical finance, accounting, compliance, and operational support services. Under Esther’s leadership, the Company has built a differentiated platform, exceptional client relationships, and a strong reputation for helping organizations navigate complex growth challenges. VDBA is well positioned to continue expanding its capabilities and market presence alongside Gridiron.”

Tory Steel, Managing Director at Clearsight Advisors, added, “VDBA plays a critical role in helping life sciences companies stay focused on advancing innovation while navigating the operational demands that accompany growth. The Company’s deep sector expertise, long-standing client relationships, and expanding suite of solutions have created a highly differentiated platform within a desirable market. We believe Gridiron’s experience scaling founder-led services businesses and investing in growth-oriented service platforms will help support VDBA’s next phase of expansion and continued success.”

The Clearsight deal team included Greg Treger, Tory Steel, Jonathan Holland, Ashton Neary, and Abby Berry.