We are direct investors in companies poised to break out into the middle markets.

Our strategy is to partner with strong management teams and together build strategic value by pursuing long-term, sustainable growth opportunities.

Long-term Capital... As "direct investors", not subject to the time restrictions typical of a buyout fund, we bring a long-term perspective that centers on building strategic value in our operating businesses and developing our management teams into industry leaders.

Principal-to-Principal... A boutique firm run with only senior partners, our style is both direct and personal. Whatever the issues may be, whether critical timing, deal complexity or confidentiality, we take pride in our ability to always be there, principal to principal, for our partners.

Steadfast & Patient... We invest exclusively in companies and industries where, by virtue of experience and industry knowledge, we have a clear opportunity to add value in a way that amplifies our capital investment, and that will make a difference for our management partners.

From Operators into Owners... We describe ourselves as owners, not just investors; and our operators as partners, not employees. Our strategy is founded on this "partnering approach" and our senior managers always “own” their businesses, both by co-investment & equity options.