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Gridiron Capital

Private Equity Fund
  • 12 Total Closed Deals
Gridiron Capital is an investment firm focused on partnering with founders, entrepreneurs, and management teams and creating value by building middle-market companies into industry-leaders in branded consumer, B2B and B2C services, and niche industrial segments in the United States and Canada. We help transform growing companies by winning together through hard work, partnerships grounded in shared values, and a unique culture that comes from hands-on experience building and running businesses. As a team led by former operators and entrepreneurs, we know what it takes to run successful…
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May 2016
acquired
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Apr 2014
acquired
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Apr 2013
acquired
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Mar 2013
acquired

Peterson Partners

Private Equity Fund
  • 11 Total Closed Deals
Peterson Partners is an independent private investment firm based in Salt Lake City, Utah with funds dedicated to private equity, venture capital, and search. Our private equity team invests in lower middle market companies and seeks to back entrepreneurs with a growth focus. We have invested in over 200 companies, primarily in the US. Our typical transactions include both minority and majority investments with businesses that have $10M - $100M of revenue and $2M - $20M of EBITDA.We were founded by Joel Peterson, a teacher of entrepreneurs, a long-time backer of entrepreneurs, and an…
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
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Aug 2023
invested in
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Aug 2023
invested in

Endeavour Capital

Private Equity Fund
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
Endeavour invests in exceptional companies committed to building long-term value. We provide capital, expertise and support to privately-owned mid-market businesses headquartered in the American West.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired

Starboard Capital Partners

Private Equity Fund
  • 10 Total Closed Deals
Starboard Capital Partners is a private equity firm that sponsors and invests in lower middle market companies, with values ranging from $10 million to $250 million. We participate with our network of high net worth, family office, and institutional fund co-investors to partner with management teams and entrepreneurs who are looking to accelerate the growth of their companies. Starboard is actively involved in leveraged buyouts, growth equity investments, and recapitalizations. Most importantly, we actively listen to business owners and look to match our knowledge and capital resources to…
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Jun 2015
invested in
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Mar 2015
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Oct 2011
acquired
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Jul 2011
invested in

Brighton Partners, LLC

Private Equity Fund
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
Brighton Partners is a private equity firm targeting small businesses with $10 to $30 million of revenue. We make control equity investments in profitable companies with significant potential for long-term growth.
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Aug 2022
acquired
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Sep 2020
invested in
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Jan 2020
invested in
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May 2018
invested in

Consumer Growth Partners

Private Equity Fund
  • 9 Total Closed Deals
Consumer Growth Partners has a long and successful track record as a result of our private investment and public market experience in the specialty retail and non-perishable branded consumer products sectors. Collectively, we have worked with more than 35 management teams and owners to help them achieve their financial objectives through numerous IPO and M&A transactions totaling in excess of $2 billion. Consumer Growth Partners was formed in 2005 by three partners with decades of experience adding value to retail and consumer companies. Our experience came through private equity investing,…
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May 2014
secured investment from
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Dec 2013
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May 2013
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Jan 2011
acquired

Lineage Capital Actively Sourcing Deals

Private Equity Fund
  • Actively Sourcing Deals
  • 8 Total Closed Deals
A unique model—tailored to the needs of owner-managers.Lineage was founded on the core values of trust, respect, teamwork, and commitment—ideals that provide a foundation for our strong partner relationships. For business owners who share these values, the uncommon structure of a Lineage partnership can be a way to comfortably achieve short- and long-term business and personal objectives.For nearly two decades, we’ve partnered with owner-managers who desire liquidity while continuing to benefit from the future financial success of their business. Our investment model allows…
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Jun 2024
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Feb 2024
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Feb 2024
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Sep 2022
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Oroco Capital

Private Equity Fund
  • 8 Total Closed Deals
Oroco Capital is a private equity investment firm. Our strategy is to buy great businesses in our target industries and build value through both internal growth and acquisitions, resulting in excellent returns for our investors. The team at Oroco has completed over 50 deals totaling over $5.0B. We developed a unique capital structure and have capital commitments from family offices, wealthy individuals and small institutions. In addition, Oroco has formed a strategic alliance with a private investment firm that allows Oroco to partner on investments that vary in size and type. Our strategy is…
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Jan 2019
invested in
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Jan 2019
acquired
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Feb 2018
acquired
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Feb 2017
acquired

LaurelCrest Partners

Private Equity Fund
  • 6 Total Closed Deals
LaurelCrest Partners is a Private Equity firm that seeks to make acquisitions at the smaller end of Enterprise spectrum. We are in the process of building a portfolio of well run, stable, strong cash flowing businesses.LaurelCrest was founded by a group of seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds in business and finance. Our focus is leveraging our expertise and capital to identify and fund exceptional investment opportunities across numerous sectors and asset classes and then utilizing our team of experts to grow and monetize these investments.Our core business is sourcing…
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Jun 2021
acquired

Cresset Partners

Private Equity Fund
  • 5 Total Closed Deals
Cresset Private Capital investing team makes direct investments in operating companies where we have experience. We focus on long term partnerships with like-minded entrepreneurs, founders, and management teams. We believe in long-term, flexible, and patient capital avoiding misalignment, friction and unfavorable fee structures, which can produce inefficient results for business owners and investors.
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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Aug 2023
acquired
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May 2023
acquired

KV Private Equity Inc.

Private Equity Fund
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
KV Private Equity Inc. is a private equity fund focused on lower middle-market businesses. We are industry agnostic buy have a focus on direct to consumer, retail, distribution, industrial and manufacturing sectors primarily in Canada and the US. Whether you’re looking for a partner, to exit your business, or to preserve your legacy, we’re flexible when it comes to your goals and strategies. Our versatility gives you an optimal structure that easily adapts to your objectives.We are transparent in everything we do. Our process is designed to be clear, simple, and efficient, effectively…
Most Recent Transactions
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Nov 2018
acquired
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Jul 2018
acquired
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Sep 2017
acquired
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Apr 2017
acquired

Valedor Partners, LLC

Private Equity Fund
  • 4 Total Closed Deals
We are passionate about improving the value and performance of your business. We've started companies, managed operations, made acquisitions, sold businesses, and learned plenty of valuable lessons along the way. Whether you are looking for a partner to help you grow your business, or someone to step in so you can take a step back, give us a call. We invest in businesses to help them grow, and hold for the long-term. Since we don’t raise blind pooled funds, we can seek out co-investors that have capital, experience, and expertise in your industry. Plus, with no arbitrary timelines to exit…
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Oct 2019
invested in
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Jan 2017
invested in
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Jan 2007
acquired
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Oct 2006
acquired

The Crest Group, LLC

Private Equity Fund
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
The Crest Group is a private equity investment firm that focuses on the development of property for industrial, commercial, retail and residential uses. We also provide growth capital for businesses interested in seeking management expertise and funding to grow their companies. We are always searching for opportunities and welcome those who feel that our expertise and guidance can assist their company.
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Oct 2014
invested in
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Oct 2006
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Feb 2004
invested in

Acasta Capital

Private Equity Fund
  • 3 Total Closed Deals
Acasta Capital is a boutique merchant bank and advisory firm formed to bring together individuals with unique experiences and track records to create greater value for clients and partners based on inventive and do-able ideas. Being free of the conflicts and limitations too common in the advisory sector, our business model is founded on the principle of aligned interests with clients and partners. We provide advice on transformational change, mergers and acquisitions, financial restructurings, capital structure, investor activism and strategy.
Most Recent Transactions
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Jan 2017
acquired
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Jan 2017
acquired
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Jan 2017
acquired

New Forest Capital

Private Equity Fund
  • 2 Total Closed Deals
We are entrepreneurial investors who eschew the traditional investment approach in search of opportunity in the small and medium enterprise (SME) landscape. We believe in bringing professional management, new incentive structures, and cutting edge technology to mature businesses and industries.
Most Recent Transactions
Investor
Jun 2016
acquired
Investor
Oct 2015
acquired

DP2 Capital Group

Private Equity Fund

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

DP2 Capital Group is a Greenwich, CT-based investment firm with presence in Real Estate and Private Equity investing.Our Private Equity arm targets middle-market companies headquartered on the East Coast of the United States. We are fundamentals-driven and operationally-oriented; we work closely with management teams and executives to drive efficiencies and improvement.Our investment criteria is as follows: - Equity Investment: $3-10 million- Transaction Size: $5-30 million in enterprise value- EBITDA: $1-8 million- Industries of Interest: food & beverage, retail (ex. restaurants),…

Eiger Capital LLC

Private Equity Fund

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Eiger Capital LLC is a US-based private equity and advisory firm focused on small to medium sized acquisitions. We acquire or invest in companies with at least $5.0 million in revenue or $1.0 million in EBITDA in the following sectors: business services, consumer products, specialty retail, real estate and technology. We seek companies that have signifcant growth potential and a deep management team which will be motivated by equity ownership. We are owned and managed by a Wall Street executive and private equity investor who has over 30 years of experience advising on or acting as…

Stripes Group

Private Equity Fund

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Stripes Group is a leading growth equity firm that makes $10-100 million investments in Internet, Software, Healthcare IT and Branded Consumer Products businesses.

Gold Ridge Asset Management

Private Equity Fund

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Gold Ridge is a private equity and investment firm with offices in Connecticut and Charleston, South Carolina. We are focused on investments in micro cap companies with positive cash flow, valuations typically less than $10 million, and primarily located on the East Coast. We provide funding for acquisitions, growth capital and ownership changes. Specific expertise within Retail, Consumer Goods, Consumer Durables, and Consumer Services expansion.

Hilco Global

Private Equity Fund

    This member has no reported closed transactions.

Hilco Global is an independent financial services company and the world's preeminent authority on helping businesses maximize the value of their assets. Hilco Global is considered a world class company, having earned this reputation after decades of providing creative solutions for both healthy and distressed businesses to yield the maximum value for every client. Hilco Global often provides investment capital, demonstrating an ability and willingness to share risk and reward. Today, Hilco Global has over 500 employees within a portfolio of twenty companies on 5 continents, all of which focus…

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