NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Niobrara Capital Partners (“Niobrara” or the “Firm”), a newly launched middle market private equity firm, is set to capitalize on the transformational growth within the technology sector. With a strategic focus on technology and technology-enabled services, Niobrara Capital Partners aims to become a key player in North American and European markets. The firm’s foundation rests on a proven track record of proprietary deal sourcing and a commitment to active value creation, working closely with management teams and leading technology innovators.
Based in New York and building a robust team of around fifteen professionals, Niobrara Capital Partners is strategically positioned to invest in companies poised to benefit from the significant mega-trends reshaping the technology landscape. These trends are expected to trigger substantial economic shifts across diverse industries, disrupting traditional business models and opening doors for both established and emerging companies to achieve unprecedented growth. The firm is actively seeking partnerships with founders, family-owned businesses, and Fortune 500 corporations across various sectors, all looking to leverage the burgeoning opportunities within the technology industry.
At the helm of Niobrara Capital Partners is Managing Partner Chip Schorr, a highly respected figure in technology private equity. Schorr brings decades of experience and a network of strong partnerships to the firm, continuing his legacy of building successful technology companies. His pioneering approach to technology buyouts began with the landmark carve-out of Fairchild Semiconductor nearly thirty years ago. Since then, Schorr has spearheaded over 30 platform investments and 100 acquisitions, demonstrating expertise across critical areas such as software, fintech, IT services, semiconductors, and cloud services.
Schorr’s leadership team includes Todd Bradley, formerly the lead Operating Partner at One Equity Partners and a seasoned technology operating executive. Bradley’s extensive experience includes leadership roles at Tibco and Hewlett-Packard, adding significant operational depth to Niobrara Capital Partners. Further strengthening the firm’s strategic capabilities is former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Pompeo, an engineer by training and an experienced entrepreneur with considerable global experience, will provide invaluable insights as Niobrara Capital Partners navigates the increasingly complex global technology investment arena.
“The technology sector is in constant evolution, and we are identifying substantial investment opportunities, ranging from high-growth emerging segments to established companies newly benefiting from the transformative mega-trends impacting our economy,” stated Chip Schorr. “Our comprehensive understanding of the technology ecosystem sets us apart and will enable us to effectively leverage the interconnectedness of this dynamic industry and investment space.”
Todd Bradley emphasized the firm’s operational philosophy: “At Niobrara Capital Partners, we are deeply committed to implementing holistic value creation strategies across all our investments. Our dedication to fostering innovation will be the defining characteristic of our investment approach.”
Mike Pompeo added perspective on the broader impact of technology: “Technology has been a disruptive force in our economy for decades, and the pace of innovation continues to accelerate. By leveraging our team’s deep relationships with global technology leaders and policymakers, Niobrara Capital Partners is uniquely positioned to partner with well-established companies, assisting them in navigating challenges and capitalizing on crucial opportunities.”
Niobrara Capital Partners recently announced its inaugural investment, a significant $175 million control equity investment in Polar Semiconductor. This investment, combined with substantial commitments from the U.S. Government through the CHIPS Act and the State of Minnesota, will enable Polar Semiconductor to double its production capacity, meeting the growing strategic demand for power semiconductor devices and sensors. This first move signals the firm’s commitment to impactful investments within the technology sector.
About Niobrara Capital Partners
Headquartered in New York City, Niobrara Capital Partners is a middle-market private equity firm specializing in technology investments. The firm focuses on partnering with companies in North America and Europe that are capitalizing on mega-trends in technology and technology-enabled services. Niobrara Capital Partners typically invests as a control or minority partner with significant control rights in businesses demonstrating EBITDA between $15 million and $100 million. The firm’s core investment philosophy is centered around collaborating with management teams, leading technology companies, founders, families, and Fortune 500 entities. By providing both capital and strategic value creation expertise, Niobrara Capital Partners aims to empower its partners to achieve industry-leading performance and sustainable growth.
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