Hybrid Apparel completed its acquisition of Air Waves, a print-on-demand (POD) provider serving e-commerce and wholesale customers.
Air Waves will continue to operate in Columbus, OH and provide its services to Hybrid’s retail customers, global license and lifestyle brand partners. Hybrid Apparel is a global wholesaler of licensed, branded and private label apparel, and a portfolio company of Altamont Capital Partners.
“Air Waves is a best-in-class digital print on demand and e-commerce technology provider and has developed a market-leading set of supply chain solutions and capabilities. Last year, Hybrid began a fulfillment relationship with Air Waves for select customers and we were very impressed with their team and capabilities. We are now beyond excited to bring POD to all our customers,” said Hybrid Apparel’s CEO Bill Hutchison.
Kyle Kantner, who acquired Air Waves in 2009, will continue to serve as CEO while serving as an executive member of Hybrid.
The combination of Hybrid and Air Waves will “create one of the largest omnichannel wholesalers of licensed, branded and private label apparel,” said the brand.
Hybrid also operates the Junkfood clothing brand.
Photo courtesy Air Waves
