Madison Dearborn Partners
Overview
Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP) is a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Since its establishment in 1992, MDP has raised approximately $36 billion in capital and completed over 160 investments. The firm focuses on middle and upper-middle-market companies, primarily in the United States, across four dedicated industry verticals: Basic Industries, Financial Services, Healthcare, and Technology & Government. MDP's investment approach includes both buyout and growth equity transactions, aiming to partner with exceptional management teams to drive growth and achieve significant long-term value appreciation. MDP's healthcare investments encompass a range of companies within the sector, reflecting the firm's commitment to this industry. The firm's strategy involves a flexible approach, pursuing control buyouts and growth equity investments tailored to the specific needs of each portfolio company. This strategy is supported by a team of experienced professionals who work closely with management teams to implement operational improvements and drive value creation. Over the years, MDP has demonstrated a successful track record in growing businesses in partnership with company management. The firm's long-standing presence in Chicago and its dedicated focus on specific industry verticals have contributed to its reputation as a reliable partner for companies seeking to enhance their operations and achieve sustainable growth.
Investment Focus
- Partnership with exceptional management teams
- Focus on upper middle market and middle market companies
- Flexible investment strategy encompassing both buyout and growth equity investments
- Expertise in Financial Services, Healthcare, Technology & Government, and Basic Industries sectors
- Global investor base including foundations, endowments, pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and family offices
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Madison Dearborn Partners invest in?
Madison Dearborn Partners invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Media and Consumer, and is based in Illinois, United States. Madison Dearborn Partners is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Madison Dearborn Partners invest at?
Madison Dearborn Partners backs companies at Growth and Buyout.
Which regions does Madison Dearborn Partners invest in?
Madison Dearborn Partners invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.
What companies has Madison Dearborn Partners invested in?
Madison Dearborn Partners's portfolio includes Nuveen Investments, CDW, Asurion, LA Fitness, Sorenson Communications, Univision Communications, VWR International and Yankee Candle.
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