Operational Firm Rankings

Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R)[1] is an American private equity company. It is one of the oldest private equity investment firms in the world. Founded in 1978, CD&R has managed the investment of more than $30 billion in approximately 90 businesses, representing a broad range of industries with an aggregate transaction value in excess of $140 billion. Approximately half of CD&R's investments have involved corporate divestitures.

AURELIUS is a pan-European alternative investment firm, distinguished and widely recognized for its operational approach. The firm has been growing significantly in recent years and now has EUR 11 bn in group revenues and almost 300 professionals working out of 10 offices across Europe and North America. AURELIUS is focused on private equity, private debt, and real estate, and has global reach.

Baypine is an investment firm that offers personalized investment management and advisory services to individuals, families, and institutions. Their team of experienced investment professionals focuses on achieving long-term investment goals by providing customized investment solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of their clients. With a commitment to transparency, client service, and prudent risk management, Baypine stands as a reliable and trustworthy investment firm for those seeking professional investment advice and management.

GenNx360 Capital Partners specializes in strategic investments within the U.S. middle market, focusing on industrial and business services companies. With deep industry knowledge, the firm collaborates closely with management teams to unlock growth potential and drive success. Through hands-on involvement and a commitment to operational excellence, GenNx360 empower our portfolio companies to thrive in dynamic market landscapes.

MiddleGround Capital is an investment management firm that invests in B2B Industrial businesses in the North American & European middle markets. MiddleGround makes control equity investments in fundamentally good businesses that align with the firm's operational expertise, partnering with management teams, families and owner-operators.

Trive Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in middle-market companies. Their team of experienced professionals works closely with portfolio companies to drive sustainable value creation and long-term success.

Sun Capital Partners is a private equity firm targeting investments across food, consumer, distribution, industrial, and services sectors.

Platinum Equity is a global private equity firm in the manufacturing, distribution, transportation and logistics, equipment rental, metals services, media and entertainment, technology, and telecommunications sectors.

Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. is a private equity firm founded in 2006 that focuses on the technology, industrial and consumer sectors.

Vista Equity Partners is one of the largest American private equity firms focused on financing software, data, and technology-enabled businesses.

OpenGate Capital is a private equity firm that manages funds catering to institutional investors. With offices in Los Angeles and Paris, the firm invests in companies with a value of up to $250 million. OpenGate Capital has a proven track record in managing distressed acquisitions, turnarounds, and divestitures.

Graham Partners is a private investment firm focused on investing in technology-driven companies that are spurring innovation in advanced manufacturing, resulting in product substitutions, raw materials conversions, and disruptions to traditional end markets. Graham Partners targets companies with EBITDA between $5 million and $50 million, and will invest in smaller companies to the extent they complement one or more of its other holdings.

Thoma Bravo is one of the largest software investors in the world. Through its private equity, growth equity and credit strategies, the firm invests in growth-oriented, innovative companies operating in the software and technology sectors.