Kinzie invests in lower middle market companies amidst transition in the manufactured products, business services and consumer industries. Whether a company is experiencing a generational shift, period of high growth or changes in business cycles, we seek opportunities to create lasting change in today’s disruptive environment by leveraging technology and a strong operational focus to eliminate inefficiencies and unlock new business opportunities.
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Investment Guidelines
FOCUS
Lower Middle Market
GEOGRAPHY
United States
INDUSTRIES
Manufactured Products, Business Services and Consumer
FINANCIAL METRICS
Revenues up to $250M + EBITDA of $3.0M – $15.0M
DEAL TYPES
Majority Buyouts + Structured Equity Divestitures
INVESTMENT SIZE
Up to $50M per Platform Investment
Investment Philosophy
Sound investment requires a comprehensive approach. Kinzie provides strategic guidance to our portfolio companies with expertise focused on financial, operational and technology improvements. We believe combining the right capital partner with a focus on operational excellence and technological innovation will drive lasting change and impactful growth.
Strategic Alliance
In a unique strategic alliance with Clarity Partners, who specializes in management and technology consulting, Kinzie has assembled an in-house team of technology, industry and operations experts that are readily available to assist with due diligence and work closely with our portfolio companies to execute strategic vision.