Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Investment Bank |
Industries | IT (& TMT) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Material Science • Medical Devices (& Hospital Services) • Healthcare (& Wellness) |
Stages | Expansion, Later Stage |
Investing | United States • United Kingdom • Canada • Germany • France • Italy • Spain • South Africa • Sweden • Netherlands • Denmark • Israel • Belgium • Austria • Europe • Finland • Norway |
VLX Ventures, operating under the name Fulcrum Capital Partners, is an independent private equity firm focused on the Canadian lower-middle market. They consider themselves to be in the partnership business, accommodating the needs of investors, vendors, company management, and company employees, which they refer to as the art of smart partnerships. The firm places a strong emphasis on the interpersonal aspects of business, valuing both relationships and financial fundamentals equally. With a philosophy centered around a balance of creativity ('the art') and analytics ('the smart'), they aim to approach each investment opportunity innovatively yet pragmatically. VLX Ventures invests in a variety of industries, including IT and TMT, Hardware and Manufacturing, Material Science, Medical Devices and Hospital Services, Healthcare and Wellness, as well as manufacturing, services, distribution and logistics, and consumer products. They add value through strategic, operational, financial, and M&A expertise. The firm's team is described as straightforward and capable, bringing a creative and energetic approach to every investment, with a readiness to respond quickly to opportunities. Recent news highlights include the completion of sales and acquisitions, reflecting their active engagement in the market. VLX Ventures/Fulcrum Capital Partners' website also underscores their commitment to adding value as a partner and showcases the results of their smart partnerships through various transactions and events they have facilitated.