Lion Equity Partners

About The Fund

Lion Equity Partners, established in 2007 and based in Denver, Colorado, is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring divisions of larger corporations, particularly focusing on corporate carve-outs and special situations. The firm operates with an investment strategy that involves creating value in their portfolio companies predominantly through operational improvements and strategic acquisitions. Lion Equity focuses on investing in various sectors which include business services, software, telecommunications, distribution, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation. They aim for companies with revenues of $30 million to $300 million and up to $25 million in EBITDA. Lion Equity has developed a reputation for unlocking potential from complex situations by leveraging its significant experience in the divestiture process, and they have built a robust investor network to enable this. Their operational philosophy is evident in their commitment to operational excellence to maximize company efficiencies and an alignment of the strategic objectives of their companies. In addition, Lion Equity is known for its differentiated and targeted sourcing, disciplined investment approach, and ensuring seamless transactional processes. They also emphasize speed and certainty of closure, flexible deal structures, and efficient, non-disruptive due diligence. Lion Equity stands out for partnering with large corporations to provide non-disruptive divestiture solutions, ensuring a rapid and positive experience for all stakeholders. By partnering with management teams, they strive to maintain the unique culture and identity of each stand-alone entity post-acquisition to set these companies on a path for long-term success. Their portfolio showcases a diverse array of growth-oriented companies in industries matching their investment interests.