
Primus Capital Partners
Description
Primus Capital Partners is a seasoned growth-oriented private equity firm based in Cleveland, Ohio, with an additional office in Atlanta, Georgia. Established in 1983, the firm boasts a long and consistent track record in the private equity landscape, specializing in providing growth capital to companies poised for significant expansion. Their investment strategy is primarily centered on partnering with leading businesses within the healthcare, software, and technology-enabled services sectors.
The firm's investment philosophy revolves around identifying and supporting companies that have achieved a proven business model, often characterized by strong recurring revenue streams and a clear path to market leadership. Primus typically targets companies with enterprise values ranging from $50 million to $300 million, seeking to provide the necessary capital and strategic guidance to accelerate their growth trajectories. They emphasize a collaborative approach, working closely with management teams to navigate market challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
Primus Capital's typical equity investment in a growth-oriented company ranges from $20 million to $70 million. This substantial check size allows them to be a significant partner in their portfolio companies' development, facilitating initiatives such as product innovation, market expansion, and strategic acquisitions. Over their more than 40-year history, Primus has invested in over 70 companies, demonstrating their deep sector expertise and commitment to fostering long-term value creation. Their focus remains on businesses that leverage technology to deliver critical services or solutions, ensuring a robust and resilient portfolio.
Investor Profile
Primus Capital Partners has backed more than 25 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 19 rounds, about 76% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Private Equity, Series Unknown, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, Information Technology.
- Typical check size: $20M – $70M.
Stage Focus
- Private Equity (60%)
- Series Unknown (24%)
- Series B (12%)
- Undisclosed (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (100%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Health Care
- Information Technology
- Enterprise Software
- Medical
- Sales
- Saas
- E-commerce
- Internet
- Cloud Computing
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