Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Other • Businesses Solutions • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Logistics (& Distribution) |
Stages | Expansion, MBO/LBO, Acquisition, Recapitalization, Consolidation, Special Situations, Corporate Divestiture |
Investing | United States • Canada |
TriWest Capital Partners, established in 1998, is one of Canada's preeminent private equity firms, with a focus on investing in the Other, Business Solutions, Hardware (& Manufacturing), and Logistics (& Distribution) sectors. Operating from their headquarters at 4600 400 3rd Ave. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 4H2, Canada, they pride themselves on their entrepreneurial spirit and independence, with their operations deeply rooted in Western Canada. TriWest has successfully raised over $1.7 billion CAD of committed capital across their six funds, reflecting their significant stake in the private equity landscape. The team at TriWest is comprised of seasoned professionals who boast considerable operational, financial, and transactional expertise. They engage in close partnerships with the management teams of their portfolio companies, adopting a proactive approach to develop strategies that leverage growth and value creation. Their focus is on fostering operational excellence and optimizing capital structures while providing strategic oversight and acting as a reliable sounding board for management without intruding on the everyday business activities. Furthermore, the principals of TriWest are personally invested in each fund, aligning their interests with the success of every investment. Their investment thesis revolves around expansion, management buyouts (MBO)/leveraged buyouts (LBO), acquisitions, recapitalizations, consolidations, special situations, and corporate divestitures. TriWest is known for their commitment to the community, as evidenced by their Community Investment initiatives and The Arthur J. E. Child Foundation. They are also cognizant of corporate responsibility, which is highlighted by their Modern Slavery Act report. TriWest maintains an active presence in the market, as demonstrated by their recent partnerships and investments in various sectors.