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Karmel Capital
2
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Solana Beach, CA
Karmel Capital is a private equity firm investing in privately held enterprise software companies. The firm focuses on high growth enterprise software firms through transactions with existing shareholders.
KarpReilly
1
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Greenwich, CT
KarpReilly is a private equity firm that invests in high-growth consumer companies. With over 16 years of experience, the firm has a proven track record of investing in consumer brands that are leaders in their categories. KarpReilly partners with founders and management teams to help them accelerate growth and build long-term value.
Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors
4
Category
Infrastructure
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Los Angeles, CA
Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P., founded in 1984, is a leading alternative investment management firm focused on real estate, credit, infrastructure/energy, renewables, and growth equity.
KCB Management
1
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Pasadena, CA
KCB Management is a private investment firm with dedicated funds specializing in control investments in U.S. companies having recurring revenues between $20M and $100M and EBITDA between $2M and $10M with >10% margins. The firm invests in the following industries: retail; consumer products/services; business services; healthcare products/services including skilled nursing facilities and light manufacturing
Kelso & Company
3
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
Kelso & Company is a private equity firm based in New York, that has been investing in North American businesses for more than 40 years. They have a successful track record of partnering with management teams and supporting companies to grow organically and through acquisitions. With over $14 billion in assets under management, Kelso & Company has established themselves as a reliable and experienced investment firm.
Kian Capital
1
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Atlanta, GA
Kian Capital is a private equity investment firm that provides solutions for the growth of lower-middle-market businesses. With over $425 million of capital under management, they offer financial support for management buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth investments. They have a team of experienced professionals that collaborate with management teams to develop and attain strategic objectives.
Kimmeridge
1
Category
Infrastructure
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
Kimmeridge Energy Management Company is an investment firm that specializes in energy transition and technology. The company is headquartered in New York City and was founded in 2012. Kimmeridge provides capital, operational and technical expertise to businesses in the oil and gas sector that are looking to transition to a low carbon economy.
Kinderhook Industries
1
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
Kinderhook Industries is a private investment firm that manages more than $3.3 billion of committed capital. They focus on making control and minority investments in companies undergoing a change in capital structure, strategy, operations, or growth. With offices in New York City and Nashville, Kinderhook Industries has a successful track record of working with management teams to build businesses and create long-term value.
Kingswood Capital Management
2
Category
Operational
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Los Angeles, CA
Kingswood Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in lower middle market companies in North America. Their focus on operational improvements and growth strategies make them a trusted partner for businesses seeking to achieve their full potential.
KKR
5
Category
Private Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and capital markets and insurance solutions.
KLH Capital
1
Category
Lower Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Tampa, FL
KLH Capital is a private equity investment firm that focuses on investing in lower-middle-market business in the United States. They partner with founders and management teams to create long-term value for their businesses. Since their inception in 2005, KLH has invested in over 25 companies across various industries.
Knox Lane
4
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
San Francisco, CA
Knox Lane is a dynamic investment firm dedicated to fostering growth and innovation in the services and consumer sectors.
Kohlberg & Company
5
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Mount Kisco, NY
Kohlberg is an U.S. middle market private equity firm that invests in middle market companies characterized by strong brands, recurring revenue streams and leading market positions, offering attractive platforms for long-term growth and profit optimization.
L Catterton
5
Category
Private Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Greenwich, CT
A consumer-focused private equity investment firm focusing on consumer products and services, e-commerce, healthcare companies, and more.
L Squared Capital Partners
1
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Newport Beach, CA
L Squared Capital Partners seeks to make long-term investments in leading growth companies that operate in targeted sectors: Education Technology, Tech-Enabled Services & Software, and Industrial Technology & Services. Founded in 2014, the firm's mission is to provide capital and support to entrepreneurs and management teams driving innovation across a variety of industries. With a flexible investment approach and deep industry expertise, L Squared is committed to helping its portfolio companies achieve their full potential.
Larsen MacColl Partners
1
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Wayne, PA
Larsen MacColl is a reputable investment firm that has been providing financial services for over three decades. With a team of experienced professionals, the company offers a wide range of investment opportunities for individuals and institutions alike. Their commitment to integrity, innovation, and personalized service has earned them a solid reputation in the industry.
Lee Equity Partners
3
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
Lee Equity Partners is a New York-based private equity firm that invests in middle-market companies across a broad range of industries. The firm was founded by Thomas H. Lee, a pioneer in the private equity industry, and has a proven track record of delivering superior returns to its investors. With a team of experienced professionals and a flexible investment approach, Lee Equity Partners is a trusted partner for companies seeking growth capital and strategic support.
Leeds Equity Partners
1
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
Leeds Equity Partners is a private equity firm that focuses on investments in the education, training and information services industries. The company has a track record of successful investments in a wide range of educational companies. With a team of experienced professionals and a commitment to long-term value creation, Leeds Equity is a trusted partner for investors seeking to capitalize on opportunities in the education sector.
Leonard Green & Partners
2
Category
Private Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Los Angeles, CA
Leonard Green & Partners invests in a wide range of industries, including consumer, healthcare, and industrial. Leonard Green & Partners has a strong track record of partnering with management teams to build world-class businesses.
Levine Leichtman Capital Partners
2
Category
Private Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Beverly Hills, CA
LLCP is a leading investment firm with over 30 years of experience in private equity investments. Their team of seasoned professionals has a proven track record of delivering exceptional value to their portfolio companies and investors. With a focus on long-term growth and creating sustainable value, LLCP is a top choice for investors seeking a reliable and trustworthy partner in their investment journey.
LFM Capital
3
Category
Operational
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Nashville, TN
LFM Capital is a private equity investment firm that is focused on partnering with founder-led businesses in the United States and Canada. The firm has a team of experienced professionals that work collaboratively with management to drive growth and maximize value.
Liberty Hall Capital Partners
2
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Charleston, SC
Liberty Hall Capital Partners is a private equity firm that specializes in investments in middle-market companies. With a focus on aerospace, defense, and industrial businesses, Liberty Hall seeks to help companies grow through strategic partnerships and operational improvements. Founded in 2011, the firm has invested in several successful companies and is known for its collaborative approach to investments.
LightBay Capital
4
Category
Middle Market
Geography
North America
HQ Location
Los Angeles, CA
LightBay Capital, headquartered in Los Angeles, is a private equity firm with an adaptive capital approach to middle-market investing. With a focus on flexibility, the firm strategically invests across the capital structure, customizing solutions to align with the objectives of both management and shareholders.
Lightview Capital
3
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
West Palm Beach, FL
Lightview Capital is an investment firm that provides growth capital to technology-enabled businesses. They invest in sectors such as software and business services. With a focus on the long-term success of their portfolio companies, Lightview Capital brings a unique approach to investment management.
Lightyear Capital
2
Category
Growth Equity
Geography
North America
HQ Location
New York, NY
Lightyear Capital is an expert private equity firm specializing in partnering with growth companies situated at the intersection of financial services and technology, healthcare, and business services.
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