Cordatus Capital

About The Fund

Cordatus Capital is a private equity firm based in Dallas, Texas, primarily focusing on being a value-added partner for management teams, founders, and families. They specialize in small to mid-sized company investments through credit, equity, and special situations strategies. With a flexibility in capital provision, they mainly target control equity investments in lower middle-market businesses that have established cash flows. Cordatus Capital positions itself as a firm that not only provides capital but also guidance and strategic resources to help companies maximize their potential. Their sectors of interest span across Manufacturing, Industrials, Construction Services & Materials, Business Services, Financial Services, Consumer Products, Distribution Services, and Energy sectors. They stress the importance of investing in companies that already have cash flows, which they believe offer greater value than startups or unproven ventures. High-quality management is another crucial aspect of their investment philosophy, as they either look for companies with effective leadership in place or the potential for bringing such management onboard. Cordatus aims to generate organic growth via their network and drive operational improvements, while also considering inorganic growth through strategic acquisitions. Although they welcome opportunities in various industries and stages, their investment criteria emphasize cash flow, strong management, and the potential for significant revenue impact. They seek partnerships that can benefit from their strategic input to achieve growth and success, and actively engage with various sectors that include technology, industrial, consumer, manufacturing, and energy, along with a noted interest in Software, FinTech, Hardware, IoT, and HealthTech.