Aldine Capital Partners

Overview

Aldine Capital Partners is a private investment firm specializing in providing junior capital financing to lower middle-market companies across the United States. With over 100 years of combined experience, the firm offers tailored capital solutions to facilitate growth, support acquisitions, and provide shareholder liquidity. Aldine typically invests between $5 million and $25 million per transaction, utilizing a combination of subordinated debt and equity, and collaborates with both traditional and independent sponsors as well as management teams to deploy capital effectively. The firm's investment strategy focuses on companies experiencing ownership changes, seeking acquisitions, or demonstrating strong growth potential. Aldine seeks to invest in companies with a history of at least three years of successful operation, primarily purchasing fixed-rate subordinated notes and seeking equity or upside appreciation in each transaction. The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, leveraging its extensive experience and relationships to create tailored capital solutions for each unique situation. Aldine Capital Partners has a history of success in building market leaders across various industries in the middle market. The firm's model is built on empowering its partners while providing value-added input and resources, serving as board members and advisors rather than day-to-day managers and operators. This commitment to collaboration and alignment with equity partners and management teams has established Aldine as a reliable partner in the lower middle market investment space.

Investment Focus

• Revenue: Minimum $10 million
• EBITDA: Minimum $2 million
• Transaction Types: Acquisitions, Recapitalizations, Growth Capital, Management Buyouts
• Industry Focus: Niche Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Business Services, Tech-enabled Services, Industrials, Healthcare

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