Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, Trivest Partners stands as a premier private equity firm with a rich history of investing in founder-led and family-owned businesses. For over four decades, Trivest has focused exclusively on the lower middle market, amassing approximately $5.6 billion in assets under management. Recognizing the often-negative perceptions surrounding private equity, particularly among founders, Trivest Partners has purposefully structured its approach to prioritize the needs and values of entrepreneurs.
At the heart of Trivest Partners is “The Trivest Promise,” a company-first philosophy designed to offer business owners differentiated and flexible transition options. They are committed to a fair and transparent process, actively mitigating the typical challenges that can arise when dealing with private equity firms or strategic acquirers – a principle they encapsulate with “Just Say No!”. This relationship-centric approach is validated by the fact that more than 60 founders who have previously partnered with Trivest have chosen to reinvest their own capital in the firm’s funds.
Trivest Partners utilizes four distinct investment strategies to cater to a range of business needs. The Trivest Recognition Fund ($1.3 billion) and Trivest Mid-Market Fund VII ($950 million) are dedicated to control investments. The Trivest Growth Investment Fund II (TGIF), with $435 million in committed capital, specializes in non-control, minority growth equity stakes (10-49%) for rapidly expanding businesses. Finally, the Trivest Discovery Fund II, a $600 million fund, is focused on supporting small, profitable companies within highly fragmented industries.
Trivest Partners is ideally positioned to be a valuable partner for businesses seeking to achieve their next stage of growth and development. For investment opportunities, reach out to Trivest Partners at 305-858-2200 or via email at [email protected].
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