Who We Are
We are a private equity firm that partners with digital consumer, commerce & marketing companies to help them accelerate growth and achieve their full potential.
Our Approach
We pursue a data-driven approach to investing in rapidly growing digital consumer, commerce & marketing companies. We look to partner with exceptional founders and management teams that can leverage our investment experience, network and operational resources that are tailored to companies in our ecosystem.
Our Focus
Digital Brands, E-Commerce Retailers & Marketplaces
Internet-based brands and retailers selling products and services to consumers and businesses via mobile and desktop devices.
Digital Marketing & E-Commerce Enablement
Software and services utilized to acquire and retain customers, enable transactions and support data-driven decision-making.
Our Team
Founded by John Kim, who has 15+ years of experience investing in digital consumer, commerce & marketing companies while at H.I.G. Capital.
Target Investment Profile & Criteria
Transaction Types
Majority recapitalizations or significant minority investments
Investment Size
$25 to $50 million of equity commitments with the ability to pursue larger transactions through Limited Partner co-investments
Current Ownership
Primarily founder-owned & operated
Revenue
$20+ million for digital brands, e-commerce retailers & marketplaces
$10+ million for digital marketing & e-commerce enablement software and services
20%+ year-over-year growth with breakout potential
Profitability
EBITDA of $5 – 20 million for majority recapitalizations or breakeven for minority investments
Geography
United States and Canada