Growth business
Investing in the future of business
We invest in lower-middle market United States-based companies operating within the healthcare, education, energy and environmental services sectors as well as those providing quality jobs and services to underserved communities.
As a hands-on investor, we work in close partnership with the entrepreneurs we back. Our team (and network of advisers) have extensive experience of helping companies to scale. We proactively engage with management on social and environmental issues, helping them not just to mitigate risks but to identify value creation opportunities.
Our thesis
We believe the most successful companies of the next decade will be those who have a positive impact on people or the planet.
By finding commercial solutions to pressing challenges like climate change, ageing populations or the rise in chronic health conditions, companies can open up lucrative new markets and tap into unmet demand. It will also help them attract better talent, customers and partners, because increasingly, these are the kind of companies people want to work with and buy from.
Through fundamental analysis within our four themes, we identify the sectors and sub-sectors most likely to benefit from these long-term growth trends, and seek out mission-aligned mid-market companies who share our vision. As a team, we’re passionate about helping these businesses succeed at scale.
“There is still a great need for our services in the state of Ohio and beyond. Partnering with Bridges will enable Sunrise to expand access to its unique model of care in order to ease the suffering of those with substance abuse and mental illness. Bridges truly embraces our mission, which is to provide the best behavioral health services while strengthening our communities and offering a great place to work.”
What we look for
- High-growth, high-impact companies
- Control investments
- $5 million in revenue
- $1 million in EBITDA
What we offer
- Equity investment in businesses pursuing organic growth, buy-and-build or multi-site roll out strategies
- Hands-on support from an experienced investment team
- Detailed industry knowledge and access to a network of sector specialists
- A proven history of delivering growth and impact
- A flexible approach to deal structure
