Graphite Capital

Private Equity London, England, United Kingdom ·Founded 1981

Overview

Graphite Capital is a leading independent private equity investor focused on the UK mid-market. \\We have more than 35 years' experience of investing in mid-sized businesses and of working with their management teams to develop and grow them. During that time, we have successfully backed over 300 companies across a wide range of industry sectors, delivering strong returns for our investors. \\Our current portfolio includes Explore Learning, a fast-growing provider of tuition to children aged five to 14; nGAGE, a recruitment company serving a diversified range of sectors; U-POL, a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of branded automotive refinishing consumables; Hawksmoor, the London based group of steak restaurants; Beck & Pollitzer market leader in industrial machinery installation and relocation and YSC, the leading independent provider of leadership consulting and management assessment services.\\Previous investments have included Kurt Geiger, the luxury shoe retailer; Education Personnel, the supply teaching specialist; NES Global Talent, the international technical recruitment group; and London Square, a house-builder focused on sites within the M25.

Investment Focus

  • Companies valued between £30 million and £150 million
  • Strong management teams
  • High growth potential
  • Diversified revenue streams

Portfolio Companies

Kurt GeigerLondon SquareHawksmoorU-POLAlexander Mann SolutionsNational Fostering AgencyWillowbrook HealthcareExplore LearningHorizon Care and EducationNRS HealthcareCity & County HealthcareICR GroupnGAGE Specialist RecruitmentTrenchard AviationNew World Trading CompanyBeck & PollitzerCorbin & KingGroucho ClubDominion Oil & GasNES Group

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Frequently asked questions about Graphite Capital

What sectors does Graphite Capital invest in?

Graphite Capital invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in London, England, United Kingdom. Graphite Capital is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Graphite Capital invest at?

Graphite Capital backs companies at Growth, Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 30M - 150M.

Which regions does Graphite Capital invest in?

Graphite Capital invests across United Kingdom.

Who are the partners at Graphite Capital?

Team members listed for Graphite Capital include Markus Golser (Managing Partner) and Rod Richards (Managing Partner).

What companies has Graphite Capital invested in?

Graphite Capital's portfolio includes Kurt Geiger, London Square, Hawksmoor, U-POL, Alexander Mann Solutions, National Fostering Agency, Willowbrook Healthcare and Explore Learning.

How do I contact Graphite Capital?

Graphite 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.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database