81

Westward Partners

1

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Seattle, WA

Seattle-based Westward Partners has been investing in privately held businesses based in the Northwest. Westward partners with businesses with revenues between $20 and $500 million and strong management teams, to build long-term value for its investors, employees of portfolio companies, and the executives with whom Westward works.

14

Waud Capital Partners

5

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Chicago, IL

Waud Capital is a private equity firm dedicated to investing in healthcare services, business and technology services, and specialty distribution industries. Their team of experienced professionals focuses on creating value through operational improvements, strategic growth initiatives, and acquisitions. With over $2 billion in capital commitments, Waud Capital has a proven track record of helping companies reach their full potential.

17

Valesco Industries

5

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Dallas, TX

Valesco Industries is an investment firm that offers private equity solutions and expertise to middle-market companies. With over 30 years of experience, Valesco has a successful track record of partnering with management teams to drive growth and profitability. Their team of seasoned professionals brings a wealth of knowledge and industry insight to every investment opportunity.

2

TZP Management Associates

5

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

New York, NY

Founded in 2007, TZP Group is a private equity firm focused on investing in lower-middle market Technology & Business Services and Consumer Products & Services companies in the United States and Canada.

72

Tyree & D’Angelo Partners

1

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Chicago, IL

Tyree & D'Angelo Partners ("TDP") is a private equity investment firm specializing in control investments in the lower middle market (companies with $1-5M of EBITDA), seeking collaborative partnerships with business owners and management teams to drive substantial value creation over a long-term horizon. With a proven track record of building high-growth, lower-risk companies through a buy & build investment strategy, TDP focuses on the healthcare, consumer, and business services sectors.

51

Twin Bridge Capital Partners

3

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Chicago, IL

TwinBridge Capital Partners is a private investment firm that specializes in acquiring and operating lower middle-market industrial companies in North America. The firm's investment approach emphasizes operational improvement and strategic growth initiatives to create long-term value. With a team of seasoned investment professionals, TwinBridge Capital Partners has a proven track record of successful investments across a range of industries.

59

Traub Capital Partners

2

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

New York, NY

Traub Capital Partners is a private investment firm that provides growth capital to lower middle market companies. Their investment strategy focuses on partnering with management teams to support organic growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions. With a team of experienced professionals, Traub Capital Partners is committed to creating long-term value for their portfolio companies.

4

The Riverside Company

5

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

New York, NY

The Riverside Company is a global private equity firm. With over 30 years of experience, its team of experts has helped businesses grow and thrive. The company has over 200 investments and offices in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, providing a diverse range of investment opportunities.

36

The Halifax Group

3

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Washington, DC

The Halifax Group is a private equity firm that specializes in partnering with leading entrepreneurs and management teams to achieve their growth objectives. With over $2.7 billion in assets under management, Halifax has a proven track record of investing in lower-middle-market companies throughout North America. Their approach is centered around building strong relationships with management teams, delivering operational expertise, and providing access to a vast network of industry experts and resources.

71

Summer Street Capital Partners

1

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Buffalo, NY

Summer Street Capital Partners is a private equity firm that invests in small- to middle-market companies. With over twenty years of experience, the firm seeks to help businesses reach their growth potential through capital investment and operational support. Summer Street Capital has a proven track record of success, having completed over 60 platform investments and add-on acquisitions.

48

Stone-Goff Partners

3

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

New York, NY

Stone-Goff Partners is a New York-based private equity investment firm that specializes in acquiring and building technology-driven business-to-business service companies in the lower middle market.

76

Southfield Capital

1

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Greenwich , CT

Southfield Capital is a private equity firm that provides capital to lower middle-market companies. Their team specializes in partnering with companies to drive value creation through operational improvements, strategic growth initiatives, and acquisitions. They have a strong track record of partnering with management teams to help companies reach their full potential.

28

Silver Oak Services Partners

4

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Evanston, IL

Silver Oak Services Partners is a lower middle market private equity firm focused on making investments in leading business, healthcare, and consumer services companies.

25

Shore Capital Partners

4

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Chicago, IL

Shore Capital Partners is a private equity firm that partners with entrepreneurs and management teams, with a focus on the healthcare, business services, and real estate industries. With over $1.1 billion in equity capital under management, Shore seeks to invest in companies with unique market positions and strong growth potential. The firm prides itself on its collaborative, hands-on approach to investing, working closely with portfolio companies to drive operational improvements and strategic growth initiatives.

80

Serve Capital Partners

1

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Austin, TX

Serve Capital Partners is an investment firm that specializes in providing customized solutions to institutional clients with private equity interests. With over 150 years of combined experience, the firm offers a range of services, including direct investments, co-investments, and fund investments. Serve Capital Partners prides itself on building strong relationships with clients and delivering exceptional returns.

55

Seaport Capital

2

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

New York, NY

Seaport Capital is a private equity firm that invests in small to lower-middle-market companies in the communications, business services, and information sectors. They partner with management teams to provide strategic guidance and build exceptional businesses. With over $1.3 billion of assets under management, Seaport has a proven track record of creating long-term value for its portfolio companies.

35

Saw Mill Capital

4

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Briarcliff Manor, NY

Sawmill Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring lower-middle market manufacturing and industrial service companies in North America. With over 20 years of experience, Sawmill Capital helps its portfolio companies achieve long-term growth and success. The firm's team of experienced professionals provides strategic guidance, operational support, and financial expertise to help drive superior returns for its investors.

63

Salem Investment Partners

2

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Greensboro, NC

Salem Investment Partners is an investment firm that focuses on debt and equity investments in privately-held, middle-market businesses.

66

Route 2 Capital Partners

2

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Charleston, SC

Route 2 Capital Partners is an investment firm that focuses on investing in private companies with strong growth potential in the Southeastern United States. With over 75 years of combined experience in the industry, their team has a proven track record of success. They provide growth capital, acquisition financing, and other customized solutions to help their portfolio companies reach their full potential.

12

Rockwood Equity Partners

5

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Cleveland, OH

Rockwood Equity Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in leading lower-middle market companies. Founded in 1999, the firm has a proven track record of working closely with portfolio companies to create sustainable value over the long term. With a focus on strategic growth and operational efficiency, Rockwood Equity Partners is committed to helping entrepreneurs and management teams achieve their full potential.

10

Rock Hill Capital

5

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Houston, TX

Rock Hill Capital is a private equity firm that invests in lower middle market companies in the United States. With a focus on energy services, industrial products and services, and manufacturing, Rock Hill Capital provides capital and operational support to help companies grow. Since its founding in 2007, Rock Hill Capital has completed over 50 transactions and has over $200 million of assets under management.

43

Riverside Partners

3

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Boston, MA

Riverside Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in growth-oriented healthcare and technology companies. With over 30 years of experience, their team works closely with management to build and grow successful businesses. They are committed to creating long-term value for both their portfolio companies and investors.

50

RFE Investment Partners

3

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Westport, CT

RFE Investment Partners is a private equity firm specializing in acquiring smaller middle-market, later-stage, and mature companies in business services and manufacturing sectors.

27

Prospect Partners

4

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Chicago, IL

Prospect Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in smaller lower-middle-market businesses. Since 1998, it has invested in over 160 companies across numerous industries. Their team of experienced investment professionals work closely with management teams to help businesses grow and reach their full potential.

21

Progress Equity Partners

4

Category

Lower Middle Market

Geography

North America

HQ Location

Denver, CO

Progress Equity Partners is a private equity firm that invests in lower middle-market companies. They specialize in creating growth opportunities for businesses in the technology, healthcare, and industrial sectors. The firm's team of experienced professionals work closely with portfolio companies to drive sustainable growth, operational excellence, and value creation.