Council Capital

Council Capital is a Nashville-based private equity firm established in 2000, specializing exclusively in the healthcare sector. The firm focuses on growth equity and leveraged buyout opportunities within healthcare services and healthcare IT, targeting companies that demonstrate innovative approaches to enhancing quality and reducing costs. Their investment thesis centers on partnering with management teams of established businesses poised for significant growth and market leadership.

A distinctive element of Council Capital's strategy is its proprietary "Council" network, comprising over 100 seasoned healthcare executives and industry leaders. This network provides portfolio companies with invaluable strategic guidance, operational expertise, and extensive industry connections, aiming to accelerate growth and optimize performance. The firm typically seeks out companies with revenues ranging from $10 million to $50 million and EBITDA between $2 million and $10 million, indicating a focus on mature, yet scalable, businesses within their niche.

Council Capital typically deploys initial equity investments ranging from $15 million to $40 million per platform company, with the capacity for follow-on investments to support strategic initiatives and acquisitions. The firm has a strong track record of raising substantial capital, with its most recent fund, Council Capital V, closing at $200 million in 2021. This consistent fundraising success underscores their commitment to long-term partnerships and their ability to provide significant capital resources to their portfolio, contributing to their overall funding of approximately $840 million across various vehicles.