AFINUM

About The Fund

AFINUM is a German private equity investor established in 2000, focusing on mid-market companies. Based in Munich, Germany, AFINUM engages with various company situations to foster long-term relationships characterized by endurance, commitment, and openness to new paths, all driven by a passion for improvement. They are committed to expressing what they mean and meaning what they say, a principle that has shaped their interactions with business partners since inception. The trust they build with reliable investors, many of whom have been with them since 2000, is crucial for the successful implementation of their goals. With over two decades of experience, AFINUM skillfully manages succession situations for middle-market companies in a respectful, strategic, and visionary manner. They prioritize enhancing and developing today's leading companies for tomorrow. People are at the heart of AFINUM's investment approach, reflecting their belief in the invaluable capital humans represent in a company. Known for a sustainable investment approach and strategic expertise in developing business models, AFINUM is an ideal partner for various types of businesses such as FISHING BASE, GS Swiss, Threema, and the Christian Koenen Group. The AFINUM team, many members of which have known one another prior to AFINUM's foundation, is credited as the cornerstone of their success. With continuous growth, AFINUM welcomes new colleagues and encourages applications for open positions. The firm’s achievements include approximately 90 corporate transactions since 2000, with total capital commitments of 1.8 billion euros, fostering 90% of acquisitions made by entrepreneurs and establishing 7 fund generations. Their broad investment spectrum in different industries is due to a firm belief in the value creation potential within most sectors when the right team is in place. AFINUM's portfolio showcases diversity, with investments in areas such as electric chain hoists and control systems, medical technology software, precision printing tools for technological printing, managed cloud services, and specialized manufacturing of miniaturized printed circuit boards. They're also involved in initiatives such as supporting the MedTech Laser Group and raising awareness of ESG values, emphasizing responsible investing's role in social, environmental, and financial performance.