Resource Label Group Acquires McDowell Label

Resource Label Group, a full-service provider of pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeve and RFID/NFC technology for the packaging industry, has acquired Dallas, TX-based McDowell Label.

Resource Label is a portfolio company of First Atlantic Capital, a NY-based private investment firm, and TPG Growth, the middle market and growth equity investment platform of TPG. McDowell Label represents Resource Label’s 16th addition to a continually growing portfolio of packaging companies and its second location in Texas.

Started in 1981 by Dave and Elaine McDowell, McDowell Label has been a pioneer in the label industry. With a focus on customer service and award-winning production and design, the company has secured more than 500 national and international awards for their work in the packaging industry. McDowell Label’s focus will continue to be on creating innovative packaging solutions for top-selling consumer brands in the premium beverage, cosmetics and personal care, nutraceutical, food, pet care and automotive industries, among others.

“I feel privileged that the distinguished team at McDowell Label has joined the Resource Label family,” said Mike Apperson, CEO and president of Resource Label Group. “McDowell Label is well-renowned for its award-winning products which help drive its customer growth. We are excited to join with the talented team at McDowell Label, and look forward to growing together.”

“This is the right time to partner with an organization like Resource Label Group,” said Dave McDowell, chairman of McDowell Label. “We are excited to be part of a company that recognizes the importance of quality, excellence and customer service. Our customers come first and by joining the Resource Label family we will be better able to serve our customers and offer an extended reach of products and capabilities.”

Added John McDowell, president of McDowell Label: “It is with great excitement and a swell of pride that our team at McDowell is joining the Resource Label Group family. Resource Label is the only organization that aligns with our renowned culture of excellence and core values. The dynamic synergies shared between McDowell Label & Resource Label Group will fuel our award-winning credo and strengthen our commitment to provide innovative brand packaging solutions for those who demand excellence.”