In our merchant banking practice, the firm originates and sponsors targeted principal transactions suitable for private equity support. We draw on our close relationships with managers of $14 billion in private equity, and we can rapidly connect a strong management team with sources of capital. In these transactions, we act as a principal.

Our sponsor activity can involve the origination of capital or debt for recapitalizations, or sourcing investment capital for growth.

A targeted project must usually meet certain well-defined investment criteria, including:

• a seasoned and capable management team,
• defensible cash flows,
• leadership positions in a market or niche,
• high or unusual barriers to entry,
• exceptional focus on expense management,
• the potential to grow through acquisition, and
  
• an emphasis on quality and integrity throughout the enterprise.

If you are participating in a transaction as a corporate owner, a business manager or adviser, please do not hesitate to contact us for our advice or potential assistance.

If you are an independent deal sponsor, or a lender or professional service provider in this dynamic industry, please consider joining the Linked In group that we moderate:  The Independent Deal Sponsors Network.