Finlombarda S.p.A.

About The Fund

Finlombarda S.p.A., operating under the brand GFEP, is a Munich-based private equity fund with a focus on family equity. They specialize in direct entrepreneurial investments, collaborating with wealthy business families and private investors to fund profitable medium-sized companies primarily within the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland). They pride themselves on combining the professionalism of classic private equity investment approaches with the value system of German family-owned SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises).GFEP's investment focus targets companies with a turnover of €10 to €100 million that are sustainably profitable, have established business models, and are stable or growing. The fund is keen on investing in majority sales situations, often driven by ownership succession, financing growth, management buy-ins (MBI), management buyouts (MBO), or carve-out opportunities. Their evaluation criteria include technological and process expertise, low dependence on individual customers, suppliers, or employees, high market entry barriers, long-term contracts, and low competitive intensity. Each potential company is assessed individually and holistically.The fund's portfolio includes various sectors such as electrical switchgear construction, traditional bakery and confectionery production, end-of-line packaging machines, sports hall interior construction, machine covers manufacturing, field marketing agency services, and premium window, door, and conservatory offerings. With transactions typically initiated during succession situations, GFEP aims for both organic and inorganic growth through acquisitions and expansion. Key team members bring diverse backgrounds in economics, finance, and engineering.GFEP has offices in Munich, Frankfurt, and Hamburg. They emphasize long-term, consistent support for their portfolio companies and believe success lies in customized, flexible support with a commitment to nurturing and expanding their businesses.