LaSalle Capital Group

About The Fund

LaSalle Capital Group is an established investment firm that has been operating since 1984, focusing on the lower middle market. With over two decades of active investment experience, the firm, led by principals Rocco Martino and Jeff Walters, manages two committed funds with a total of over $330 million. LaSalle is dedicated to partnering with companies to facilitate recapitalizations, fund growth strategies, or pursue strategic, complementary acquisitions. They specifically target businesses in sectors such as software, IT & TMT, education, business solutions, hardware & manufacturing, HealthTech & fitness, food & beverage, logistics & distribution, and material science. The firm seeks out companies with enterprise values ranging from $5 to $50 million, revenues from $10 to $100 million, and EBITDA of over $2 million. LaSalle typically invests between $5 and $15 million in each platform company. Their investment philosophy emphasizes a medium-term commitment, with an investment horizon of approximately five to seven years before planning an exit. LaSalle Capital's specialty lies in acquisition, where they excel in identifying valuable opportunities within the vast ecosystem of the food and beverage industry, from agriculture and manufacturing to supply chains. Their website highlights a focus on building leading companies and showcases a notably experienced team consistent with their prolonged presence in the market. The farm-to-table investment approach hints at a comprehensive understanding of the sector, and their portfolio includes various case studies underscored by their investments in the food & beverage ecosystem, demonstrating their hands-on experience and strategic capabilities in this industry.