Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • Businesses Solutions • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Logistics (& Distribution) |
Stages | Expansion, MBO/LBO, Recapitalization, Restructuring |
Investing | Canada |
Ironbridge Equity Partners is a Toronto-based private equity firm with a focus on investing in companies in the Canadian lower middle-market. They have over $700 million in assets under management and concentrate their investments in traditional industry businesses across various sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, consumer products and services, and business products and services. Ironbridge brings more than just financial investment to their portfolio companies; they leverage their operating skills, diverse industry experience, and extensive network to drive value and accelerate growth. Their approach includes treating people with fairness and respect, and they are known for their integrity and commitment to upholding their promises. With a team of seasoned operating and financial professionals who possess decades of experience managing both small and large companies, Ironbridge ensures that portfolio companies have access to a wide range of the firm's experience and intellectual resources. They add value by reviewing strategic initiatives, providing expertise in identifying and evaluating acquisition opportunities, and helping to recruit and retain top-tier managers, while leaving day-to-day operations to the management teams. Understanding that no one solution fits all situations, Ironbridge offers a flexible structure and tries to comprehend the unique needs of the vendors or companies they invest in, structuring solutions that meet those individual needs. Their specialties include Expansion, Management Buyout/Lease-Out (MBO/LBO), Recapitalization, and Restructuring within the equity investment domain. As a Private Equity Fund, they seek to partner with businesses that exhibit potential for sustained growth and profitability.