Bolster Investment Partners

Private Equity Amsterdam, Netherlands ·Founded 2017

Overview

Bolster Investment Partners is a flexible, long-term investor specializing in minority and majority interests. They focus on exceptional Dutch companies with a sharp focus and a proven business model, aiming to help entrepreneurs realize their company's full potential by acting as equal partners. Founded in 2017, Bolster has a proven track record, having successfully collaborated with over 100 companies since 1982. They invest in companies with an EBITDA of at least €3 million, typically investing between €7.5 million and €50 million for a stake of at least 20%. Their sector focus includes manufacturing, services, and trade. Bolster is affiliated with the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) and is an active member of Brookz, a Dutch M&A platform. They have also entered into partnerships with FemaleXFinance and Level20 to promote the advancement of female talent in the sector. Additionally, Bolster supports the Magic Care Foundation, which helps vulnerable children develop self-confidence and social skills through special programs. Bolster has been recognized with several awards and nominations, including the M&A Awards 2025 nomination for Deal of the Year with the investment in Eternal Sun and the ACG Awards 2024 win for Deal of the Year with the investment in WIND Subsea Cable Services. Bolster is committed to responsible investment and signed the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) on August 25, 2022. They also support CO2 compensation projects through the Trees For All Foundation, contributing to reforestation efforts in the Bolivian Amazon. Bolster's mission is to create real, sustainable value for their businesses and investors by leveraging knowledge, resources, and networks, aiming for a sustainable future for humanity, the environment, and society.

Investment Focus

  • Companies with an EBITDA of at least €3 million
  • Investment size between €7.5 million and €50 million
  • Stake of at least 20%

Portfolio Companies

Eternal SunLeeuwendaalWIND Subsea Cable ServicesKwaboSelektHuisSnoeks AutomotiveBTG Positioning SystemsDinnissen Process TechnologyPublic Search & Kasparov Finance & BIOptima CyclesOceanwide ExpeditionsInfoplaza GroupMark GroupGiesen Roasting SolutionsPartinzo GroepEsschert DesignJansens & DieperinkTrophy Assets HoldingOxboTecnotion

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Frequently asked questions about Bolster Investment Partners

What sectors does Bolster Investment Partners invest in?

Bolster Investment Partners invests in Manufacturing, Services and Trade, and is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Bolster Investment Partners is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Bolster Investment Partners invest at?

Bolster Investment Partners backs companies at Growth and Buyout, writing cheques of 75M - 50M.

Which regions does Bolster Investment Partners invest in?

Bolster Investment Partners invests across Netherlands.

Who are the partners at Bolster Investment Partners?

Team members listed for Bolster Investment Partners include Michiel Wissen (Managing Partner & Co-founder) and Mark Rijn (Co-founder, Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer).

What companies has Bolster Investment Partners invested in?

Bolster Investment Partners's portfolio includes Eternal Sun, Leeuwendaal, WIND Subsea Cable Services, Kwabo, SelektHuis, Snoeks Automotive, BTG Positioning Systems and Dinnissen Process Technology.

How do I contact Bolster Investment Partners?

Bolster Investment Partners's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database