FFL Partners

About The Fund

FFL Partners is a private equity firm with a specialized focus on middle-market companies, aligning their investment strategy with the growth and development of businesses across various sectors. The firm's portfolio is diverse, encompassing industries such as business services, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, industrial operations, software, IT & TMT, hospitality & events, education, biotech, business solutions, fintech & financial services, hardware & manufacturing, sales & marketing, healthtech & fitness, medical devices & hospital services, messaging, healthcare & wellness, and consumer goods. With a heritage spanning over 27 years and $6 billion in cumulative capital commitments, FFL Partners has established more than 50 partnerships with portfolio companies. Operating from their San Francisco base, the firm employs a single-fund strategy and relies on a proprietary process called Sector Exploration and Expertise Development (SEED), which allows them to delve deeply into targeted sub-sectors within healthcare and tech-enabled services. Through SEED, FFL Partners gains exceptional access to attractive investment opportunities and develops significant sector expertise to be an invaluable partner to high-quality companies. FFL Partners focuses not only on investment but also on operational support to help businesses grow. They prioritize sustained growth by investing in companies' potential and collaborating closely with them to understand their unique needs and accelerate growth effectively. Their approach to value creation is dynamic, eschewing reliance on rigid financial models in favor of developing tailored strategies for each portfolio company. At the core of FFL Partners are professionals dedicated to investing excellence, operational effectiveness, sound stewardship, and partner success. The team operates cohesively from their single San Francisco office and fosters a culture built on collaboration and continuous learning.