Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Private Equity Fund |
Industries | Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • FinTech (& Financials services) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • Energy • CleanTech • HealthTech (& Fitness) |
Stages | Expansion, MBO/LBO, Acquisition, Recapitalization, Going Private, Spinout |
Investing | United States • Canada |
Yellow Point Equity Partners LP is a private equity firm that specializes in making good businesses better through investment strategies that prioritize true partnership and alignment of interests. Operating primarily in Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the United States, they target mid-market companies with revenue streams of $20 million to $350 million, focusing on a range of diverse industries, including business services, distribution, energy, healthcare, industrial, and manufacturing, while purposefully avoiding real estate, resource extraction, and early-stage startups. Known for their expertise in equity and mezzanine investments, Yellow Point is highly selective, seeking strong management teams committed to integrity and openness. They partake in various transaction types, such as expansion, MBO/LBO, acquisition, recapitalization, going private, and spinout operations. The firm's hands-off but supportive approach, substantial experience, and ability to provide flexible timelines—ranging from 3 to 15 years—differentiate them from other equity firms, giving them the agility needed to address strategic decisions and unlocking value without daily operational involvement. Their strategy involves working closely with the management of their portfolio companies, participating as board members, and offering unparalleled access to resources and talent. When the time comes for an exit, Yellow Point leads the charge in capital market transactions to lessen the burden on their partner companies. Yellow Point's team, which includes distinguished leaders with significant personal investments in the fund, delivers a wealth of experience and engagement crucial for partner success. Community involvement and sustainability are also integral to the firm's ethos, as demonstrated through their portfolio companies' commitments to social and environmental responsibilities. Yellow Point Equity Partners underscores their investment criteria and approach on their website, encouraging mid-market companies with solid prospects and values aligned with theirs to explore potential partnerships.