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Parallax was founded in January 1999 to make control equity investments in lower middle market software and related technology companies. Parallax invests in companies with revenues between $5 and $100 million where there are creative opportunities to significantly enhance a company`s value. We welcome complex transactions or turnarounds including leveraged buy-outs, recapitalizations, corporate divestitures, spin-offs and build-ups. By seeking companies that are undergoing significant change or transition, Parallax distinguishes itself from other buyers who are unable or unwilling to provide a hands-on-approach as many of these opportunities so often require. We actively pursue investments in the USA, Canada, “Developed” Europe and Asia-Pacific. Since 1999, Parallax has participated in over 25 transactions representing over $250 million in transaction value worldwide. Our previous and current portfolio companies generate over $1 billion of annual revenues and have provided significant returns for our investors, partners and employees. Parallax has built an exceptional track record of transitioning divisions, subsidiaries and product lines into successful stand-alone entities or integrating them into current portfolio companies. Unique from other financial buyers, Parallax will take an active management role in its portfolio companies – assuming a number of interim positions within a company as required. Additionally, Parallax is further supported by an in-house staff of M&A professionals, accountants, HR specialists, and technical personnel. By leveraging this unique blend of financial capabilities and operational execution, Parallax is able to solve the array of issues associated with the sale and transition of a business.
Stonybrook Capital is a specialist strategic advisory and investment banking firm focused exclusively on the insurance industry. Our independent advice is based on deep industry knowledge and expertise — from long-term industry trends to cutting-edge strategy, products and capital structures. Stonybrook clients include insurers, reinsurers, agents, brokers, managing general underwriters and asset managers, private equity firms, hedge funds and alternative asset managers. We have insights based on long experience, unmatched industry contacts and a track record of successful outcomes for our clients. We offer perspectives that go far beyond what you can find in publicly available data. Stonybrook Capital is an official member of the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies ("NAMIC") and is the first, and only, investment bank to do so. Mr. Grassi joins Stonybrook Capital from private practice, where he advises companies in the InsurTech space at various stages of development, structures cross border transactions and serves in private corporate boards. He began his professional career in Switzerland and later as a White & Case fellow in New York. He then joined American International Group, Inc., where, during his 25 year tenure in the insurance and financial services industry, he served in M&A roles and led legal, compliance, regulatory and corporate affairs teams across 5 continents. Mr. Grassi earned a J.D. from the University of Bern School of Law in Switzerland, where he graduated “cum laude”, and received his Master of Laws Degree from Fordham University School of Law in New York. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Grassi is an avid pilot and holds FAA commercial certificates for airplanes and gyroplanes.
We invest in great businesses that are already successful, delivering compelling solutions that address their customers' needs. As those businesses grow and evolve, the opportunities and challenges that they face change continually. At Serent Capital, we understand those challenges, as we've seen them first-hand. Our principals' experience includes roles as CEOs, strategic advisors, and board members to successful, growing businesses. By bringing our experience and capital to bear, we help growing businesses thrive. We are highly selective, choosing to invest in only a handful of businesses each year. Our selectivity ensures that all our companies receive the attention and expertise that they need.
Pritzker Group, the investment firm founded by Tony and J.B. Pritzker, comprises three professional investment teams: middle-market acquisitions, technology venture capital and asset management. Unlike private equity and venture capital firms with traditional limited partner structures, Pritzker Group`s permanent capital base brings significant advantages, including alignment with management teams, efficient decision-making and flexible transaction structures. The Pritzkers` history and the firm`s success give their companies access to an unparalleled network of advisors, strategic partners and customers.
Whitecap Venture Partners is a Toronto, ON-based company in the Financial Services sector.