Parallel49 Equity

Private Equity Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada ·Founded 1996

Overview

Parallel49 Equity is a private equity firm investing in profitable, well-managed lower middle-market companies in the United States and Canada. The firm focuses on businesses with EBITDA between $5 million and $30 million in three industry sectors: specialty manufacturing, business services, and value-added distribution. The name 'Parallel49 Equity' signifies the firm's roots and presence on both sides of the 49th Parallel, which connects the United States and Canada. It reflects the firm's long history of successful investing in middle-market companies across North America. Parallel49 Equity leverages its deep transaction experience and relationships throughout North America to help middle-market companies thrive and grow on both sides of the border. The firm has managed over C$1.2 billion of investor capital since 1996 and is currently investing its fifth fund with C$400 million of committed capital. Parallel49 Equity's investment strategy focuses on partnering with companies that have strong growth potential and a solid management team, aiming to generate value for investors and portfolio companies alike.

Investment Focus

  • Profitable, well-managed lower middle-market companies
  • EBITDA between $5 million and $30 million
  • Operating in specialty manufacturing, business services, or value-added distribution sectors

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Frequently asked questions about Parallel49 Equity

What sectors does Parallel49 Equity invest in?

Parallel49 Equity invests in Business Services, Specialty Manufacturing and Value-Added Distribution, and is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Parallel49 Equity is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Parallel49 Equity invest at?

Parallel49 Equity backs companies at Growth, Buyout and Turnaround, writing cheques of 10M - 50M.

Which regions does Parallel49 Equity invest in?

Parallel49 Equity invests across United States and Canada.

Who are the partners at Parallel49 Equity?

Team members listed for Parallel49 Equity include Nicholas Peters (Managing Director and Chief Financial Officer) and Brad Seaman (Managing Partner).

How do I contact Parallel49 Equity?

Parallel49 Equity'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