Advantage Capital

Advantage Capital, established in 1992, is a venture capital firm specializing in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt capital investments. It focuses on small businesses, particularly those in low-income communities and underserved areas, supporting state and local economic development efforts. The firm invests across various industries, including manufacturing, technology, business services, and renewable energy, with a typical initial investment range of $0.5 million to $10 million. Advantage Capital provides debt capital in forms such as senior debt, subordinated loans, and government-guaranteed lending, as well as equity capital to real estate development firms. It operates from multiple offices across the United States, with a headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Michael Benson

Senior Vice President

Anthony Billings

Vice President

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaëlle Croteau

Vice President

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Trey Garland

Senior Associate and Investment Team Member

Christopher C. Harris

Principal

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President, Investment Team

Leah Hendricks

Vice President

Reid Hutchins

Managing Director

Peter Lu

Senior Associate

David McNaught

Vice President

Arjun Mohan

Vice President

Sandra M. Moore

Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer

Jim O'Rourke

Managing Director

Justin N. Obletz

CFO

Tim Perusek

Principal

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Sam Schlichting

Senior Associate, Investment Team

Talmadge Singer II

Managing Director

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Benjamin Warning

Senior Vice President

Jeffrey Gentsch

Venture Partner

J.P. Lynch

Vice President, Investments

Past deals in Maine

Micro Precision Group

Debt Financing in 2019
Micro Precision Group, Inc. is a manufacturer of precision machined components and mechanical assemblies, primarily serving the U.S. Department of Defense, aerospace, nuclear, commercial, and homeland security sectors. Established in 1981 and based in South Windham, Connecticut, the company operates additional facilities in Maine. Micro Precision produces a range of products including hydraulic accumulators, valves, actuators, manifold assemblies, and specialized equipment for weapons handling and periscope hoisting. Additionally, the company offers precision tools, prototype aerospace parts, and various air horns for the railroad industry. By working closely with customers, Micro Precision aims to deliver high-quality components that meet the demands of their specialized markets.

JSI Store Fixtures

Debt Financing in 2019
JSI Store Fixtures Inc. specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing display fixtures and closed-cell foam products primarily for supermarket chains in North America and internationally. Founded in 1991 and based in Milo, Maine, the company produces a wide range of fixtures including produce bins, bakery cases, wine displays, refrigeration units, and floral arrangements. JSI Store Fixtures also offers visual design services to enhance merchandising strategies. With manufacturing facilities located across the United States, the company focuses on providing innovative retail solutions that improve the shopper experience across various product categories and store formats.

JSI Store Fixtures

Debt Financing in 2018
JSI Store Fixtures Inc. specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing display fixtures and closed-cell foam products primarily for supermarket chains in North America and internationally. Founded in 1991 and based in Milo, Maine, the company produces a wide range of fixtures including produce bins, bakery cases, wine displays, refrigeration units, and floral arrangements. JSI Store Fixtures also offers visual design services to enhance merchandising strategies. With manufacturing facilities located across the United States, the company focuses on providing innovative retail solutions that improve the shopper experience across various product categories and store formats.

Vets First Choice

Debt Financing in 2018
Vets First Choice provides veterinary practices with an online pharmacy and home delivery services. It partners with veterinarians to create insight into gaps in patient care and offer professionalized pro-active prescription management to drive client engagement and improve compliance. The company was founded by Ben Shaw in 2010 and is based in Portland, Maine.

Vets First Choice

Debt Financing in 2017
Vets First Choice provides veterinary practices with an online pharmacy and home delivery services. It partners with veterinarians to create insight into gaps in patient care and offer professionalized pro-active prescription management to drive client engagement and improve compliance. The company was founded by Ben Shaw in 2010 and is based in Portland, Maine.

Putney

Venture Round in 2014
Putney, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company based in Portland, Maine, specializing in the development and sale of generic prescription medicines for pets. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on creating high-quality, cost-effective drugs that address common health issues in companion animals. Its product line includes veterinary-approved medications such as Enrofloxacin flavored tablets for bacterial infections in dogs and cats, Cefpodoxime Proxetil tablets for treating skin infections in dogs, and Carprofen caplets for pain management in dogs with osteoarthritis. Additionally, Putney offers human-approved pharmaceuticals, including Ampicillin sodium and Amoxicillin. The company markets and distributes its products through a network of veterinary distributors across the United States. As of 2016, Putney operates as a subsidiary of Dechra Pharmaceuticals plc.

JSI Store Fixtures

Debt Financing in 2013
JSI Store Fixtures Inc. specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing display fixtures and closed-cell foam products primarily for supermarket chains in North America and internationally. Founded in 1991 and based in Milo, Maine, the company produces a wide range of fixtures including produce bins, bakery cases, wine displays, refrigeration units, and floral arrangements. JSI Store Fixtures also offers visual design services to enhance merchandising strategies. With manufacturing facilities located across the United States, the company focuses on providing innovative retail solutions that improve the shopper experience across various product categories and store formats.

Putney

Debt Financing in 2013
Putney, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company based in Portland, Maine, specializing in the development and sale of generic prescription medicines for pets. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on creating high-quality, cost-effective drugs that address common health issues in companion animals. Its product line includes veterinary-approved medications such as Enrofloxacin flavored tablets for bacterial infections in dogs and cats, Cefpodoxime Proxetil tablets for treating skin infections in dogs, and Carprofen caplets for pain management in dogs with osteoarthritis. Additionally, Putney offers human-approved pharmaceuticals, including Ampicillin sodium and Amoxicillin. The company markets and distributes its products through a network of veterinary distributors across the United States. As of 2016, Putney operates as a subsidiary of Dechra Pharmaceuticals plc.

Quoddy

Series A in 2013
Quoddy, Inc. is a footwear manufacturer based in Perry, Maine, specializing in custom-made shoes, boots, and slippers for both men and women. Established in 1909, the company employs traditional moccasin construction techniques, utilizing leather, needle, and thread to create handmade footwear. Quoddy's products are available through various retail stores across the United States and internationally, including locations in Canada, Australia, France, and Japan, among others. Additionally, the company offers its products through online retailers and its own website, ensuring accessibility for customers seeking fashionable, bespoke footwear.

Quoddy

Debt Financing in 2013
Quoddy, Inc. is a footwear manufacturer based in Perry, Maine, specializing in custom-made shoes, boots, and slippers for both men and women. Established in 1909, the company employs traditional moccasin construction techniques, utilizing leather, needle, and thread to create handmade footwear. Quoddy's products are available through various retail stores across the United States and internationally, including locations in Canada, Australia, France, and Japan, among others. Additionally, the company offers its products through online retailers and its own website, ensuring accessibility for customers seeking fashionable, bespoke footwear.
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