The Decatur Group is a private equity firm principally focused on the lower end of the middle market, which we define as companies valued under $100 million. We seek to acquire companies in partnership with management by investing capital on behalf of the firm and our investors. While we are not limited to investing in any particular industry, we are focused on situations requiring a catalyst for growth, or the re-positioning of a company's operations or balance sheet. We seek opportunities where our capital, our strategic input and management's leadership can have a meaningful impact on the…
Invictus Company Acquisitions is an Australian private equity firm specializing in the acquisition and management of businesses within the heavy industrial and infrastructure services sectors. The firm is committed to long-term ownership, focusing on operational excellence and fostering a strong company culture. Invictus seeks to acquire full or partial stakes in companies, with transaction sizes typically ranging from $50 million to $300 million. By hiring exceptional leaders and allowing them the autonomy to drive growth, Invictus aims to enhance the value of its portfolio companies, which…
Merrymaker Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in control investments in privately held companies. The firm focuses on enriching lives and building enduring value in small and medium-sized enterprises by investing in people, strategy, and technologies. Merrymaker Capital targets companies with strong management and growth potential, specifically those with EBITDA ranging from $2.0 to $20.0 million. The firm is committed to empowering teams and dedicating resources to foster strategic growth. With a portfolio of around 20 companies, Merrymaker Capital emphasizes operational focus…
Jennifer Grenz is a seasoned growth strategist, operator, and investor with a track record of scaling B2B technology companies and delivering rapid enterprise value creation. As Managing Partner at Flight Camp Ventures, she leads acquisitions and strategic investments in founder-led businesses with proven product-market fit, focusing on SaaS, mobile solutions, and technology-enabled services.Jennifer’s career spans over two decades of executive leadership in sales, marketing, and go-to-market strategy, including roles as Chief Revenue Officer and CEO. She has built and led high-performing…
Waverider Partners is a capital allocator specializing in partnering with management teams to unlock value-creation opportunities. We believe that aligning interests around a clearly defined execution strategy is a roadmap for success. When combined with focused efforts to drive a healthy culture, great outcomes are possible. We look for management teams to partner with that have these critical elements. The opportunities that are interesting to us have outsized growth prospects and industry tailwinds that can be expected to bolster the company’s set of opportunities.
CCG is a holding company formed to acquire and operate a lower middle market companies with initial enterprise values between $25 and $100 million. We have a long-term hold preference with specific interests in distribution, business services, manufacturing, industrial services, and financial services.
Puma Peak Capital is a healthcare-focused private investment firm pursuing platform investments in home health, behavioral health, pharma cold-chain logistics, and medical spas.We are supported by senior advisers—former executives and board members of leading PE-backed and public healthcare companies—and capital partners comprised of ultra-high-net-worth families providing flexible, long-term capital.Puma Peak partners closely with founders and management teams and invests selectively in sectors where we bring direct operating and investing experience. Our approach is collaborative and…
Trigran Ventures is a long-term oriented private investment firm focused on partnering with profitable and growing businesses led by passionate management teams. Our team brings decades of experience backing leading private and public market companies, offering strategic insight, operational support, and permanent capital offerings to drive long-term sustainable value. Target Transaction: EBITDA: $1–5 million; EBITDA Margin: 10–30%+. Transaction Type: Majority Recap, Mgmt Buyout, Succession
Saddle Ridge Partners is a thematically oriented private equity firm investing in the consumer product supply chain. We target supply-chain oriented companies serving consumer product brands and legacy consumer brands themselves. Saddle Ridge Partners employs an Investor-Operator approach to accelerate the growth of innovation, efficiency, and sustainability within its partner companies. The firm generally invests in companies with $3 million to $15 million of EBITDA and targets equity investments ranging from $10 million to $50 million. Saddle Ridge is located in Boulder, CO.
I’m an engineer with a Master’s in Electronic Engineering and a background in corporate environments where I led the development of complex operational and technical systems. Over the years, I transitioned into entrepreneurship, working hands-on with family-owned e-commerce businesses to streamline operations, optimize supply chains, and build scalable infrastructures.I specialize in turning operational complexity into clarity—whether through automation, improved workflows, or strategic use of technology. My track record combines deep technical knowledge with real-world business…
Trailcreek Capital Group is a private investment firm formed in 2014 to make long-term investments in growing companies with attractive fundamentals. Trailcreek emphasizes a conservative value investment philosophy.
Thoroughbred is a Denver-based private equity sponsor providing capital and creativity to support relentlessly driven management teams. We partner with lower middle market companies, offering operational expertise, strategic insight, and valuable relationships to build enduring businesses. We leverage our experience as both operators and investors to be effective partners, knowing when to step up and when to step back, empowering management to create exceptional value.
We are a private investment partnership that seeks interesting opportunities, generally through the acquisition of smaller operating companies.We believe that the lower end of the market presents compelling valuations, and that our location (Denver) outside of the major financial hubs gives us a different perspective.Our principals have over 50 combined years of investing experience, including the build-out and operation of multi-location businesses.
Global Concepts Funding has strategic partnerships with major financing companies within the United States. These alliances have provided us with a resource base of funds that exceed a billion dollars. Global Concepts Funding takes pride in its team of seasoned financial and marketing professionals who contribute, to a great extent, to Global Concepts Funding’s continued success.Global Concepts Funding was founded with the mission of assisting business enterprises attain their growth and profitability goals.We help a large consumer base to reach personal goals, start new businesses, send…
High Plains Capital is an independent sponsor seeking a Colorado-based business with $750k to $3M EBITDA. The deal will be funded with a mix of in-house capital and LP funds. HPC recently completed its first successful exit from a medical staffing company in December of 2022. We are looking to redeploy for a late 2023/early 2024 close on the next transaction.
Canvasback is a well-capitalized real estate investment firm with a proud tradition of acquiring, developing and investing in quality residential and commercial properties in Colorado.We are looking to purchase businesses that has a connection to real estate. We want to leverage our relationships to grow these companies, while providing quality service to our clients.
I source, structure and place institutional capital for private businesses and funds. I have completed successful raises for private equity, venture capital and infrastructure funds, along with technology businesses seeking capital to grow.
I recently sold the company for which I worked after helping private investors buy smaller companies and combine them into one operating entity. I am looking to repeat this process either personally (from funds generated through the sale), or with a small number of repeat investors.
Ikigai Equity is an operator-led investment firm dedicated to transforming service companies into category leaders for the AI era. The firm focuses on enhancing scalability and customer experience through AI integration, modern software, and operational improvements. Ikigai Equity targets established businesses in the business services sector, particularly those with high labor and data density, and management teams eager to embrace AI advancements. They engage in buyouts, management rollovers, and carve-outs to strategically grow their portfolio companies. Although the exact number of…