Juniper Investment Company

Overview

Juniper Investment Company is a private investment firm specializing in managing concentrated, long-only equity portfolios in U.S. small-cap companies. Founded in 2007 by Alexis Michas and John Bartholdson, the firm focuses on underfollowed, high-quality businesses with market capitalizations under $1 billion. Their investment approach involves taking large, engaged ownership positions to enhance upside potential and mitigate downside risk. The firm's strategy centers on intensive primary research to identify companies with compelling strategies and capable management teams. Juniper aims to add value by actively engaging with these companies, supporting strategy execution, and maximizing long-term value. This approach is grounded in over 90 years of combined experience in private equity investing and corporate leadership. Juniper's portfolio includes a diverse range of industries, such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, financial services, and energy. The firm offers proprietary co-investment opportunities to its investors, capitalizing on especially attractive opportunities beyond the portfolio’s capacity due to size, diversification, or liquidity constraints. This strategy reflects their commitment to delivering superior risk-adjusted returns and aligning with their partners' interests.

Investment Focus

• Focus on U.S. small-cap companies with market capitalizations under $1 billion
• Companies with compelling strategies and capable management teams
• Opportunities where Juniper can add value through active engagement