Swander Pace Capital

Swander Pace Capital is a distinguished private equity firm with a specialized focus on growth-oriented, middle-market consumer companies. Headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in New Jersey and Florida, the firm has built a strong reputation for investing across various consumer sub-sectors, including food & beverage, health & wellness, beauty & personal care, and other consumer products. Their investment approach primarily involves buyouts, recapitalizations, and significant growth equity investments.

The firm is known for its hands-on approach, partnering closely with management teams to drive strategic growth and operational improvements. Swander Pace Capital targets established brands with strong market positions and significant potential for expansion, leveraging its deep industry expertise and extensive network within the consumer sector. They provide not only capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to accelerate the development and market penetration of their portfolio companies.

Swander Pace Capital manages substantial capital, having successfully closed its seventh fund, Swander Pace Capital VII, L.P., at $580 million in 2021. This significant fund size enables them to make substantial equity commitments. The firm typically targets companies with enterprise values ranging from approximately $50 million to $500 million. For a typical first cheque, their equity investments generally fall within a range of $30 million to $150 million, depending on the specific deal structure, the size of the target company, and the nature of the transaction, whether it's a control buyout or a significant minority growth investment. They have a proven track record of value creation and successful exits within the consumer industry.