Origami Capital Partners, a private equity firm specializing in opportunistic special situations, has announced the final closing of its Origami Opportunities Fund IV, LP (Fund IV) with $520 million in capital commitments. Metric Point Capital served as the exclusive placement agent for this successful fundraising effort. This significant capital raise positions Origami to continue its strategy of providing flexible capital solutions for illiquid assets within complex structures.
Origami Capital Partners: Expertise in Complex Situations
Origami Capital Partners addresses the challenges faced by its partners across various industries, asset classes, and capital structures. The firm’s expertise lies in navigating intricate situations and providing innovative solutions through a collaborative and problem-solving approach. This expertise benefits a wide range of counterparties, including alternative investment managers, limited partners, and operating businesses.
A Collaborative Approach to Delivering Value
Origami’s team, led by Jeff Young, Julie Klaff, Darren O’Brien, and Joelle Kellam, comprises professionals with diverse financial backgrounds spanning credit, real estate, restructuring, and private equity investments. This breadth of experience allows Origami to develop tailored solutions that address the specific needs of its partners. The firm’s focus on collaboration and alignment with world-class operators and asset managers is central to its strategy of unlocking value in private assets.
Addressing Market Challenges with Tailored Solutions
Julie Klaff expressed gratitude for the investor confidence in Origami, particularly given the current global challenges. Jeff Young, Managing Partner, echoed this sentiment and highlighted the invaluable support and guidance provided by Metric Point Capital throughout the fundraising process. Brendan Edmonds, Partner at Metric Point, emphasized Origami’s crucial role in providing customized capital solutions within the alternative investment landscape, especially during economic dislocations. He expressed confidence in Origami’s ability to provide tailored and patient capital solutions to a variety of constituents in the alternative investment arena.
Origami’s Investment Strategy: Flexibility and Innovation
Founded in 2008, Origami Capital Partners employs opportunistic investment strategies across various structures to generate long-term value. The firm offers liquidity solutions for investment funds and portfolios, replacement capital for private investors, and structured equity for middle-market and growth companies. Origami’s adaptable investment mandate enables it to craft bespoke solutions that address multifaceted challenges and capitalize on both existing and potential value.
Metric Point Capital: Expertise in Institutional Capital Raising
Metric Point Capital is a placement firm specializing in raising institutional capital for alternative investment managers and providing advisory services for complex liquidity solutions. The firm covers a broad spectrum of investment strategies, including leveraged buyouts, real estate, infrastructure, royalties, mining, credit, and distressed debt. Metric Point offers comprehensive support throughout the fundraising process, encompassing competitive positioning, marketing materials development, strategic planning, and distribution. With offices strategically located across the United States, Metric Point Capital leverages its extensive network and expertise to connect alternative investment managers with institutional investors.
Conclusion: Origami Capital Partners Poised for Continued Success
The successful closing of Fund IV underscores Origami Capital Partners’ strong track record and its ability to attract significant capital commitments. With its experienced team, flexible investment approach, and focus on complex situations, Origami is well-positioned to continue delivering value to its partners and investors in the dynamic alternative investment market. The partnership with Metric Point Capital further strengthens Origami’s position in the market, ensuring access to a broad range of institutional investors and strategic guidance in navigating the complexities of capital raising.
