Paragon Partners

About The Fund

Paragon Partners is a private equity firm specializing in equity investments, particularly in expansion phases and management buyout/leveraged buyout (MBO/LBO) scenarios. Founded in 2004 by Dr. Edin Hadzic, Dr. Krischan Moeller, and Marco Attolini, it is an owner-managed investment company that focuses on establishing meaningful partnerships with medium-sized European companies, predominantly those with a strong presence in the German market. The firm enjoys an in-depth market knowledge in the industries of software, including Web, Marketplace, and SaaS; IT and TMT; media; business solutions; FinTech and financial services; hardware and manufacturing; HealthTech and fitness; material science; real estate and construction; and investment management.With headquarters at Leopoldstrasse 10, Munich, Germany, Paragon Partners manages assets potentially exceeding €650 million. Their website boasts of over €2.4 billion in managed equity, more than 40 successful company investments since inception, and a portfolio aggregate turnover of €1.7 billion with average earnings growth exceeding 50% during their investment period. The firm supports companies with EBITDA ranging between €5-75 million.Paragon Partners operates with a strategic long-term vision, focusing on sustainable investment and the systematic operational improvement of portfolio companies. They empower management teams, encourage entrepreneurial spirit and provide further capital for additional acquisitions and growth initiatives when necessary. Through active board membership, they provide strategic and operational expertise as well as access to external experts in areas like HR.Their investment strategy is centered around becoming true partners with their investee companies, engaging in open, respectful and trust-based relationships. Paragon Partners catalyzes development through four key value-creation levers during their investment tenure and prioritize responsible and sustainable shareholder practices, generating value for companies, employees, customers, and their shareholders alike.