Generation Growth Capital

Overview

Generation Growth Capital is a private equity firm specializing in small business investments. The firm focuses on small business ownership transitions, providing essential capital and professional resources to help small businesses achieve higher growth rates and profitability. They work closely with management teams to 'professionalize' small businesses, aiming to grow best-in-class companies and create jobs in the communities where their businesses are based. Their investment criteria include established manufacturing, service, and distribution businesses with enterprise values of less than $30 million and sales ranging from $5 million to $50 million. GGC typically invests $1 million to $10 million in each portfolio company, primarily structuring investments as equity, with subordinated debt and warrant structures considered on a case-by-case basis. They usually do not fund business startups or real estate-related opportunities. GGC's operating model involves a linear path of deal sourcing, research and review, investment, operations improvements, and ongoing business management. They are committed to providing 'double bottom line' returns, which include catalyzing economic development, providing community benefits, and creating wealth for minority entrepreneurs. Their team has more than 30 years of investment experience closing transactions in the lower end of the middle market across a range of industries, with a focus on professionalizing small businesses and providing them with resources to realize their potential.

Investment Focus

• Established manufacturing, service, and distribution businesses with enterprise values of less than $30 million and sales ranging from $5 million to $50 million