Calico Group
Overview
Calico Group is a private investment firm founded by serial entrepreneurs Morgan Strain and Steven Brayet. The firm specializes in strategic acquisitions and growth initiatives, focusing on family and founder-owned businesses. Their investment approach emphasizes operationally focused value investing, aiming to drive outsized growth and professionalization through a hands-on management style. Calico Group's portfolio spans various industries, including transportation and logistics, commercial HVAC-R services, real estate, and diversified projects. The firm has a history of acquiring and managing companies such as Tradewinds Mechanical, a Las Vegas-based commercial HVAC-R company, and S&R, a Southern California HVAC services provider. Calico Group's mission is to move plateaued businesses beyond their current potential into compounded profitability and sustainability, with a vision that sees operations as the key to return-on-investment. Their values include due diligence in strategic research, insight into viable growth potential, and personal involvement in active management. The firm is headquartered in Casper, Wyoming, and operates across the United States, focusing on long-term investments in businesses across various industries, including logistics, commercial and home services, and technology.
Investment Focus
- Family and founder-owned businesses seeking growth and professionalization
Portfolio Companies
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Frequently asked questions about Calico Group
What sectors does Calico Group invest in?
Calico Group invests in Real Estate, Transportation & Logistics, Commercial HVAC-R and Diversified Projects, and is based in Sheridan, United States. Calico Group is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Calico Group invest at?
Calico Group backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth.
Which regions does Calico Group invest in?
Calico Group invests across United States.
What companies has Calico Group invested in?
Calico Group's portfolio includes Tradewinds Mechanical and S&R.
How do I contact Calico Group?
Calico Group's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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