Facilitator Capital Fund focuses on control investments in established, smaller middle-market companies in Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest. FCF offers focused, hands-on leadership, resources and expertise that is necessary for value creation in this sector.
Geography
Financial Requirements at Acquisition
- Sales $15-$75 million
- EBITDA > $3 million
- Operating margins >10% of sales
Deal Structure
- Controlling interest, with or without a partner
Areas of Experience and Interest
- Food and food equipment companies (branded, industrial and contract)
- Manufacturing, distribution, service
- Medical services, devices and equipment
- Specialty chemical and coatings
- Paper converting, packaging
- Capital equipment - especially with a large installed base and parts business
- Niche equipment manufacturers
- Financial services
- Outsourced services
- Later-stage technology investments in these markets
Company characteristics
- Well-established operation
- Strong position in one or more market niches
- Platform capable of supporting growth through acquisitions
Investment Size
- $3 to $15 million
- Access to additional capital through partners
Transaction Types
- Management buyout
- Corporate spinout
- Leveraged buyout
- Growth investment
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