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Marwit

North America, California, United States, Newport Beach

Description

Marwit Capital is a private equity firm based in Newport Beach, California, specializing in investments within the lower middle market. The firm distinguishes itself by partnering closely with management teams to foster growth and build industry-leading companies. Their strategic approach focuses on long-term value creation rather than short-term gains, aiming to transform promising businesses into market leaders across various sectors.

Marwit's investment criteria are well-defined, targeting companies with enterprise values typically ranging from $20 million to $150 million. They seek businesses that demonstrate strong financial performance, specifically those with Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) between $3 million and $15 million. The firm's typical equity investments per transaction fall within the range of $10 million to $50 million, reflecting their commitment to significant, impactful stakes in their portfolio companies.

The firm maintains a diversified sector focus, actively investing in areas such as Business Services, Consumer Products & Services, Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Value-Added Distribution. Marwit's operational expertise and strategic guidance are key components of their partnership model, helping portfolio companies optimize operations, expand market reach, and achieve sustainable growth. This hands-on approach underscores their dedication to supporting management teams in realizing their full potential and driving substantial enterprise value.

Investor Profile

Marwit has backed more than 20 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 5% of its total and boasts 9 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Pre Seed, Debt Financing rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Software, Health Care.
  • Typical check size: $10M – $50M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (65%)
  • Pre Seed (10%)
  • Debt Financing (10%)
  • Private Equity (10%)
  • Series E (5%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Hospital
  • Ticketing
  • Broadcasting
  • Electronics
  • Retail
  • Medical
  • Food And Beverage
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Who does Marwit frequently co-invest with?

Capital Resource Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 1
Three Arch Partners
North America, California, United States, Portola Valley
Co-Investments: 1
EP
North America, Florida, United States, Delray Beach
Co-Investments: 1
The Argentum Group
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Praesidian Capital
North America, New York, United States, Larchmont
Co-Investments: 3
SV
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Andover
Co-Investments: 1
TCV
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 1
TC
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Co-Investments: 2
Far West Capital
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 2
CIBC
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Marwit?

Western Emulsions

Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

Western Emulsions focuses on the manufacturing and distribution of asphalt emulsion solution for pavement preservation, repair & recycling.

ChemicalEnvironmental EngineeringManufacturing
Series UnknownJun 1, 2018
Ytel

Lake Forest, California, United States

Ytel is a software company that helps businesses communicate to customers and leads by phone and text message.

Brand MarketingDigital MarketingInformation TechnologyMarketing AutomationPaaSSaaSSoftware
Private EquityNov 29, 2016
Granite Seed

Lehi, Utah, United States

Granite Seed provides seed and erosion control products.

AgricultureAgTechFarming
Debt FinancingSep 30, 2008
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Arc Machines

Pacoima, California, United States

Arc Machines designs, manufactures and distributes the world’s broadest

BroadcastingElectronicsManufacturing
Series UnknownJan 16, 2008
Amount Raised: $250,000
Arc Machines

Pacoima, California, United States

Arc Machines designs, manufactures and distributes the world’s broadest

BroadcastingElectronicsManufacturing
Debt FinancingJan 16, 2008
Amount Raised: $8,500,000
Boot Barn

Wichita, Kansas, United States

Boot Barn humble beginnings of a family run storefront to over 200 stores in 33 states.

FashionLifestyleRetailWeb Design
Series UnknownOct 1, 2007
Driftwood Dairy Holding Corporation

El Monte, California, United States

Driftwood Dairy Holding Corporation produces and markets dairy and juice products.

Food and BeverageFood Processing
Series UnknownJul 1, 2006
Promax Nutrition

Newport Beach, California, United States

Promax care about what goes into people bodies, so we pack our bars with replenishing protein, vitamins and minerals.

Consumer GoodsFast-Moving Consumer GoodsNutrition
Private EquityJun 23, 2006
Solis Mammography

Addison, Texas, United States

Solis Mammography provides mammography and imaging services.

Health CareHospitalMedical
Series UnknownJun 1, 2006
Paciolan

Irvine, California, United States

Paciolan provides sports and entertainment venues with the software needed to facilitate automated ticketing.

SoftwareTicketing
Series EJan 12, 2004
Amount Raised: $5,000,000