Business Characteristics
Branded or non-commodity
products, services or franchise
Defensible
competitive advantage
Increasing
demand from consumer end-users or a diversified customer base
A leading or
recognized position in a growing, niche market
Profitable
with expected growth in cash operating earnings of at least 10% per
annum
Modest capital
requirements, but with above average rates of return on invested capital
Minimal risk
from technological change
Minimal exposure
to government regulation and reimbursement
Size and Investment Parameters
$20 million to
$150 million enterprise values
$5 million
to $30 million control equity investment
Offer non-control
equity co-investments to Limited Partners, lenders and third parties
Industry Experience and Targeted Sectors
Consumer-oriented
(products, services or franchise)
Multi-unit
operations
Manufacturing
Specialty retailing
(non-fashion)
Financial services/Insurance