AAVIN Private Equity

AAVIN is a private equity firm based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, founded in 1999. The firm specializes in equity and debt investments across various sectors, including medical services and devices, telecommunications, manufacturing, distribution, industrial products, and software. AAVIN primarily focuses on late-stage and expansion-stage financing, targeting smaller investment opportunities typically under $10 million, with many requests around $5 million. The firm partners with strong management teams to drive internal growth and pursue acquisitions, leveraging its extensive experience in private equity and venture capital. AAVIN's five-member investment team boasts over 120 years of cumulative experience, having invested in more than 125 companies. The firm emphasizes active involvement throughout the investment lifecycle, providing support in areas such as strategic planning, finance, marketing, recruitment, and market analysis.

Brittany Brown

Senior Associate

Dan Gross

Partner

Eric Hender

Owner and Senior Director

Kirk E. Kaalberg

Senior Partner

Thies Kolln

Partner

Gina Milroy

CFO

Kevin F. Mullane

Partner

David Schroder

Senior Partner

James Thorp

Managing Partner and Co-Founder

6 past transactions

Celleration

Series D in 2008
Celleration Inc. develops and commercializes therapeutic ultrasound healing technologies in the United States. It offers MIST Therapy, a noncontact and low frequency ultrasound solution delivered through a saline mist to the wound bed. The company serves patients, medical professionals, and payers. Celleration Inc. was formerly known as Advanced Medical Applications, Inc. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. As of May 29, 2015, Celleration, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Alliqua BioMedical, Inc.

Coolibar

Venture Round in 2005
Coolibar is a company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing sun protection products for individuals of all ages. Founded in 2001, its product range includes sun-protective clothing, swimwear, hats, sunglasses, umbrellas, and various sunscreens and sunblocks. The company focuses on providing effective solutions to protect against harmful UV rays, ensuring that customers can enjoy outdoor activities safely.

WindLogics

Series B in 2004
WindLogics, previously known as SSESCO, specializes in advanced wind analysis and forecasting services tailored for stakeholders in the wind energy sector, including developers, investors, and utilities. The company evaluates potential wind energy sites and offers real-time forecasting and operational optimization. By leveraging exclusive historical weather data and established meteorological models, WindLogics is capable of calculating three-dimensional wind fields, which enhances the accuracy of its analyses. In addition to wind energy, the company also provides solutions for renewable energy project planning and design, including solar plants, contributing to the development of low-cost sustainable power systems.

FENA Design

Venture Round in 2003
FENA Design is a tech-based design company. It designs and manufactures standing power mobility devices. The company offers Vertran, a power wheelchair that give the wheelchair bound the ability to stand and navigate through their home, office, or outdoors. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota.

Celleration

Series B in 2002
Celleration Inc. develops and commercializes therapeutic ultrasound healing technologies in the United States. It offers MIST Therapy, a noncontact and low frequency ultrasound solution delivered through a saline mist to the wound bed. The company serves patients, medical professionals, and payers. Celleration Inc. was formerly known as Advanced Medical Applications, Inc. The company was founded in 1999 and is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. As of May 29, 2015, Celleration, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Alliqua BioMedical, Inc.

WindLogics

Series A in 2002
WindLogics, previously known as SSESCO, specializes in advanced wind analysis and forecasting services tailored for stakeholders in the wind energy sector, including developers, investors, and utilities. The company evaluates potential wind energy sites and offers real-time forecasting and operational optimization. By leveraging exclusive historical weather data and established meteorological models, WindLogics is capable of calculating three-dimensional wind fields, which enhances the accuracy of its analyses. In addition to wind energy, the company also provides solutions for renewable energy project planning and design, including solar plants, contributing to the development of low-cost sustainable power systems.
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