Darby International Capital
Overview
Darby International Capital is a prominent private debt investor specializing in emerging markets, with a particular emphasis on Latin America. The firm operates from its headquarters in Washington, DC, and maintains offices in Bogotá, Colombia, and São Paulo, Brazil. Established in 2020, Darby International Capital emerged from a team that previously managed over $1.2 billion in capital across 32 portfolio companies in 10 countries under its former entity, Darby Overseas Investments. This extensive experience underscores the firm's deep expertise in the region's private debt landscape. The firm's investment strategy targets financially sound, mid-sized companies with proven management teams, moderate operating and financial risk profiles, and strong competitive positions within their sectors. Darby International Capital offers customized credit solutions tailored to support refinancing and growth initiatives for these companies. Their approach includes providing long-term financing through long-dated loans, active participation on portfolio company boards to implement corporate governance and environmental and social programs, and structuring debt to prevent dilution of ownership for business owners. Additionally, the firm emphasizes thorough technical due diligence and tax-conscious investment structures. With a team of seven investment professionals boasting over 70 years of collective experience, Darby International Capital has developed privileged and long-term relationships with sponsors, granting them access to high-quality deal flow and preferential co-investment opportunities. Their dynamic capital allocation across the region allows for selectivity, diversification, and proactive management of portfolio opportunities, aiming to deliver top-quartile returns for investors. The firm's commitment to responsible business practices is evident in its dedication to environmental, social, and corporate governance standards, ensuring that all investments align with these principles.
Investment Focus
- Targeting mid-sized companies with proven management teams
- Moderate operating and financial risk profiles
- Strong competitive positions within their sectors
- Need for refinancing or growth capital
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Darby International Capital invest in?
Darby International Capital invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in District of Columbia, United States. Darby International Capital is listed as a debt investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Darby International Capital invest at?
Darby International Capital backs companies at Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO, Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 10M - 50M.
Which regions does Darby International Capital invest in?
Darby International Capital invests across United States, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina and Colombia.
Who are the partners at Darby International Capital?
Team members listed for Darby International Capital include Richard Frank (CEO and Founder) and Hanler Perez (Chief Financial Officer).
What companies has Darby International Capital invested in?
Darby International Capital's portfolio includes Inka's Berries, Avla Bermuda Holding, Pharma Consulting Group S.A. (Biopas), Brix Energia S.A., Arandanos Selectos S.A. de CV, NEOgás, VREC and Intertug.
How do I contact Darby International Capital?
Darby International Capital's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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