Advantage Capital Partners

Advantage Capital Partners is a United States‑based venture capital firm that provides growth equity, debt, and mezzanine financing to small and mid‑market companies, with a focus on underserved communities and state and local economic development. The firm invests across sectors including manufacturing, technology, business services, life sciences, and energy, and also supports real estate development projects with equity and debt. It typically makes initial investments ranging roughly from half a million to ten million in companies with modest sales, and may participate in larger follow‑on rounds or co‑invest with other firms. It uses senior debt, mezzanine debt, subordinated loans, and government‑guaranteed lending, and often pursues equity positions through preferred shares or convertible notes. Advantage Capital operates nationwide in the United States, with roots in New Orleans and offices in multiple states, and has backed thousands of jobs and housing projects as part of its mission to expand inclusive economic growth.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Michael Benson

Senior Vice President

Anthony Billings

Vice President

Bitting, Thomas H.P.

Principal

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaëlle Croteau

Vice President

Keith Freeman

Managing Director

Trey Garland

Senior Associate and Investment Team Member

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Jeffrey Gentsch

Venture Partner

Christopher Harris

Principal

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

Joe Henderson

Senior Vice President, Investment Team

Leah Hendricks

Vice President

Greg Hulecki

Venture Partner

Reid Hutchins

Managing Director and Principal

J.P. Lynch

Vice President, Investments

David McNaught

Vice President

Arjun Mohan

Vice President

Sandra M. Moore

Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer

Scott Murphy

Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer

Jim O'Rourke

Managing Director / Venture Partner

Justin Obletz

CFO

Tim Perusek

Principal

Damon Rawie

Managing Director

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Sam Schlichting

Senior Associate, Investment Team

Talmadge Singer II

Managing Director

Steven Stull

Founder, CEO and President

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Benjamin Warning

Senior Vice President

Past deals in Residential Real Estate

Four Corners Development

Debt Financing in 2021
Four Corners Development is engaged in serving the housing needs of low to moderate-income working families. The firm is headquartered in Springfield, Missouri in 2013.

Wisconsin Housing Preservation Corp.

Venture Round in 2020
WHPC is a nonprofit organization that enhances affordable housing options by acquiring multifamily developments and providing quality management services. The organization was created in 2002 in cooperation with Wisconsin Housing Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) to provide a solution to the fact that many Section 8 contracts were approaching the end of their terms.

Archway Communities

Debt Financing in 2020
Archway Communities is a nonprofit organization that provides access to affordable housing, food security, and the supportive social services people need to thrive.

mTrade

Debt Financing in 2019
MTrade is a company focused on enhancing the efficiency of trading residential whole loans through its innovative online platform, mT360. This platform integrates buyers, sellers, documents, data, analytics, and vendors, thereby streamlining the loan acquisition process. By centralizing these elements, mTrade enables banks, brokers, and investors to optimize their trading experience, facilitating quicker and more effective transactions in the residential loan market. The company's approach aims to improve surveillance and disposition activities, ultimately benefiting its users in the highly competitive financial landscape.

Zip Kit Homes

Debt Financing in 2018
Zip Kit Homes is a construction company based in Cedar City, Utah, specializing in the design and manufacturing of panelized kit homes, modular homes, and system-built homes. Established in 2011 by Jamie and Chris Jaussi, the company focuses on maintaining high quality control while utilizing the latest building science techniques to streamline the production process and keep costs competitive. Zip Kit Homes offers prefabricated wall panels, trusses, and components that are designed to be weathertight, incorporating waterproof zip sheathing and tape. The company's innovative and efficient home-building practices have garnered recognition in prominent publications such as Builder Magazine and Dwell.

Archway Communities

Venture Round in 2018
Archway Communities is a nonprofit organization that provides access to affordable housing, food security, and the supportive social services people need to thrive.

The Row Apartments

Venture Round in 2017
The Row is a two-story apartment home for rent that offers an outdoor living area and open spaces. The apartment home includes four bedrooms and two baths with an attached 2 car garage. Each apartment for rent includes all kitchen appliances, making it a joy to entertain family and friends. Full-size washer and dryer ensuring those weekend chores are a breeze. Always in demand, central air conditioning, solar heat, and extra storage are also provided.

Adams Grove

Venture Round in 2017
Adams Grove is a housing development that features energy-efficient designs, open floor plans, large windows, and on-site parking. Affordable housing is consists of 50 residential apartments and townhomes and is accessible to shopping malls, restaurants, services, and employment centers. Adams Grove is developed by Rise Community Development.

Gulf Coast Housing Partnership

Debt Financing in 2016
GCHP is a commercial, residential, and mixed-use development with transformative potential for both end users and communities. They are also fortunate to have strong funding partners supporting day-to-day operations through grants, program-related investments, and predevelopment financing vehicles, providing us with the financial agility to seize market opportunities.

South Market

Debt Financing in 2016
South Market is a neighborhood that blends the city's retailers, restaurants, and entertainment with luxury residences and hospitality venues. It is located at the intersection of the Warehouse/Arts District, Central Business District, Medical District, and Sports/Entertainment District. All South Market buildings feature a warehouse-like design that complements the historic surroundings while incorporating "green" and sustainable elements — a modern twist on classic New Orleans.

The Lawrence Group

Debt Financing in 2016
The Lawrence Group, Inc. is a comprehensive architectural firm based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Charlotte, North Carolina; and New York, New York. Founded in 1983, the company provides a wide range of services including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, graphic design, urban planning, and construction management. The firm is dedicated to delivering creative and holistic solutions that enhance the human experience across various sectors, including higher education, healthcare, corporate environments, hospitality, and residential projects. Additionally, The Lawrence Group operates a restaurant in St. Louis, offering a diverse menu that includes meals, soups, salads, pizzas, and desserts. Its commitment to understanding the impact of design decisions ensures that each project aligns with a shared vision while addressing the specific needs of its clients.

Broad Point Energy

Series A in 2014
Broad Point Energy is a provider of stand-by power generation equipment and related support services including residential, commercial, industrial, and maritime. Broad Point Energy is located in South Louisiana.

The Lawrence Group

Debt Financing in 2014
The Lawrence Group, Inc. is a comprehensive architectural firm based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Charlotte, North Carolina; and New York, New York. Founded in 1983, the company provides a wide range of services including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, graphic design, urban planning, and construction management. The firm is dedicated to delivering creative and holistic solutions that enhance the human experience across various sectors, including higher education, healthcare, corporate environments, hospitality, and residential projects. Additionally, The Lawrence Group operates a restaurant in St. Louis, offering a diverse menu that includes meals, soups, salads, pizzas, and desserts. Its commitment to understanding the impact of design decisions ensures that each project aligns with a shared vision while addressing the specific needs of its clients.

Anderson Design Center

Debt Financing in 2013
Anderson Design Center provides interior designing services to commercial and residential spaces. It offers an online catalog of furniture and products that matches their creative works. Anderson Design Center was founded in 1982 and is based in Mississippi, USA.

Supreme Cleaning

Debt Financing in 2010
Supreme Cleaning Inc, founded in 2007 by Charles E. Lewis, is headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, and specializes in facility maintenance and management services. The company provides a comprehensive range of offerings, including janitorial services, construction cleanup, lawn maintenance, landscaping, pressure washing, window cleaning, and disaster restoration. Supreme Cleaning is committed to using environmentally friendly cleaning products, ensuring that its services are safe for both clients and the environment. The company serves both commercial and residential sectors, making it a versatile choice for various cleaning and maintenance needs.

FireRock Building Materials

Debt Financing in 2010
FireRock specializes in providing a variety of building materials for customized home construction. The company offers an extensive range of products, including masonry fireplaces, pavers, wood flooring, slate and cedar roofing, as well as steel doors and windows. By supplying these materials, FireRock enables homeowners to create personalized designs for their residences, catering to diverse aesthetic and functional preferences.

The Lawrence Group

Debt Financing in 2008
The Lawrence Group, Inc. is a comprehensive architectural firm based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional offices in Austin, Texas; Charlotte, North Carolina; and New York, New York. Founded in 1983, the company provides a wide range of services including architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, graphic design, urban planning, and construction management. The firm is dedicated to delivering creative and holistic solutions that enhance the human experience across various sectors, including higher education, healthcare, corporate environments, hospitality, and residential projects. Additionally, The Lawrence Group operates a restaurant in St. Louis, offering a diverse menu that includes meals, soups, salads, pizzas, and desserts. Its commitment to understanding the impact of design decisions ensures that each project aligns with a shared vision while addressing the specific needs of its clients.

FireRock Building Materials

Series A in 2007
FireRock specializes in providing a variety of building materials for customized home construction. The company offers an extensive range of products, including masonry fireplaces, pavers, wood flooring, slate and cedar roofing, as well as steel doors and windows. By supplying these materials, FireRock enables homeowners to create personalized designs for their residences, catering to diverse aesthetic and functional preferences.

HRI Properties

Debt Financing in 2003
HRI Properties, LLC is a real estate development company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, founded in 1982. The company specializes in transforming urban spaces through the adaptive reuse of historic buildings and urban infill projects, focusing on the development of upscale hotels, apartments, and mixed-use properties. HRI Properties not only manages a diverse portfolio that includes hotels, resorts, retail spaces, and residential units but also offers a range of services such as property management, leasing, maintenance, and tax credit compliance. By revitalizing vacant buildings, the company aims to create desirable environments for living, working, and leisure, enhancing the urban experience in the areas it serves.

First Access Mortgage

Debt Financing in 1998
First Access Mortgage offers mortgage solutions for purchase, refinance, investment and improvement. It provides financing services to the customer that acquires loans. It is located in Mandeville Louisiana, USA.

First Access Mortgage

Venture Round in 1994
First Access Mortgage offers mortgage solutions for purchase, refinance, investment and improvement. It provides financing services to the customer that acquires loans. It is located in Mandeville Louisiana, USA.

RM Construction of Louisiana

Debt Financing in 1994
RM Construction of Louisiana is a contracting company that focuses on commercial and residential construction. It is located in La, California, United States.
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