Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors

Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P., founded in 1984, is a leading independent alternative investment management firm focused on niche investing in upstream oil and gas companies, energy infrastructure, specialized real estate, middle market credit, growth private equity and distressed municipal opportunities. Kayne’s investment philosophy is to pursue niches, with an emphasis on cash flow, where our knowledge and sourcing advantages enable us to deliver above average, risk-adjusted investment returns. Kayne manages approximately $28 billion in assets (as of 5/31/2014) for institutional investors, family offices, high net worth and retail clients and employs nearly 250 professionals in eight offices across the United States.

Nishita Cummings

Managing Partner, Co-Head of Growth Private Equity Group

Adam Levin

Vice President

Robert Shilton

Vice President

Robert Sinnott

President, CEO and Chief Investment Officer

Daniel Weingeist

Managing Partner, Energy Funds

29 past transactions

Huddle Up

Series C in 2024
Huddle Up operates as a pediatric digital health company dedicated to supporting the growth and mental health of children. Founded in 2015 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, the company offers a range of services, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health support, delivered through live, online interactions. Huddle Up emphasizes personalized care and outcome-driven approaches, partnering with school districts to enhance academic performance and promote social-emotional development. By fostering community, equity, inclusion, and belonging, the company aims to improve overall well-being and encourage healthier lifestyles among children and adolescents.

Sapience Analytics

Private Equity Round in 2024
Sapience Analytics specializes in providing advanced analytics solutions that enhance operational visibility for medium to large global enterprises. With over 11 years of experience, its flagship platform, Sapience Vue, utilizes business intelligence and machine learning to deliver real-time insights into enterprise resource investments related to people, processes, and technology. The platform aggregates extensive data from various sources within an organization, generating prescriptive reports that help businesses optimize their operations and drive data-driven decisions. By improving employee engagement, collaboration, and workload management, Sapience enables organizations to better manage both in-office and remote workforces. Additionally, the platform identifies process inefficiencies and training needs, ultimately enhancing overall technology utilization. Currently, Sapience serves more than 90 companies across 18 countries, having analyzed over 1 trillion work hours, and is committed to transforming organizational operations for greater agility and competitive advantage.

Gulf Pacific Rice

Debt Financing in 2022
Gulf Pacific is a premier rice processor and merchandiser the broad product line is marketing experience for more retail, hotels, restaurants, and food services. There is a supplier of rice products. They are provided with the best total value in products and services. To manufacture conventional rice products a intriguing new rice ingredients for emerging markets, they plants use the most contemporary and technologically advanced processing equipment available. They dedication to the customers is demonstrated by our constant focus on innovation, quality, and food safety.

ShipFusion

Private Equity Round in 2022
Shipfusion is committed to providing retailers with a unique fulfillment solution, supported by powerful software and top-level customer support.

PosiGen

Series D in 2021
PosiGen is a provider of residential renewable energy and energy efficiency solutions aimed at low- to moderate-income homeowners. The company specializes in offering solar photovoltaic (PV) panel systems alongside energy efficiency retrofits, enabling customers to lower their utility bills and achieve financial autonomy. By focusing on underserved communities, PosiGen seeks to enhance energy independence and reduce reliance on traditional utility services. Through its commitment to affordable renewable energy, PosiGen aims to empower individuals and families, helping them to manage energy consumption and achieve greater fiscal stability.

Kraken Oil & Gas

Private Equity Round in 2020
Kraken Oil & Gas LLC is an exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas, specializing in the oil and gas sector. Established in 2012, the company concentrates on drilling and development opportunities in the Williston Basin, particularly within the Bakken Shale formation, which is known for its significant resource potential. By leveraging private equity backing, Kraken aims to capitalize on the abundant opportunities in this prolific region of Montana and North Dakota.

CreatorIQ

Series C in 2020
CreatorIQ is a leading software platform that specializes in influencer marketing for innovative enterprises. Its Intelligence Cloud enables data-driven creator discovery and optimizes influencer campaigns at scale, allowing brands to find suitable talent and manage creator relationships effectively. The platform streamlines workflows and monitors key metrics for each campaign post, ensuring brand safety and facilitating meaningful measurement of campaign performance. Notable brands such as ABInbev, Airbnb, Calvin Klein, CVS, Disney, H&M, Sephora, and Unilever leverage CreatorIQ’s capabilities to enhance their influencer marketing strategies and achieve significant business outcomes.

Riviera Partners

Private Equity Round in 2019
Riviera Partners, Inc. is a recruiting firm based in San Francisco, California, specializing in executive search and placement services primarily for the technology sector. Founded in 2002, the firm focuses on providing tech-enabled recruitment solutions to startups and established companies, particularly in engineering, product, and design roles. Riviera employs a unique "man + machine" approach, combining proprietary technology and data insights with recruiter expertise to optimize the hiring process. The firm has developed several software applications, including tools for career management and recruitment management, which enhance the efficiency of their services. Recognized as a top search firm in the Bay Area, Riviera Partners offers clients the advantages of a large organization while maintaining the personalized touch of a boutique provider. The firm has additional offices in Santa Monica, San Jose, New York, and Bozeman, reflecting its commitment to a broad reach and strong relationships within the industry.
Circle Cardiovascular Imaging develops and markets cardiovascular post-processing software for the evaluation of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and CT images. It offers cmr42, a cardiovascular post-processing software for viewing and analyzing cardiovascular MR (CMR) images; ct42, a cardiovascular post-processing software for viewing and analyzing CCT images; cvi42, an integrated cardiovascular post-processing software for viewing and analyzing CMR and CCT images; and report42, a software solution that facilitates the documentation and reporting of CMR and CCT images. Circle Cardiovascular Imaging also provides product support, and training and education services for its software. Its software is used in the treatment of various indications, including heart failure, coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease, myocardial infarction/scar, non-ischemic CM, myocarditis, valvular heart disease, cardiac masses, pericardial disease, pulmonary angiography, atrial fibrillation, carotid disease, and thoracic aortic disease. Its software is used by physicians and healthcare institutions in clinical and research settings. Circle Cardiovascular Imaging markets its software through a network of distributors worldwide. Kelly Cherniwchan founded it in 2007, with its headquarters in Calgary in Canada.

Athira Pharma

Series B in 2017
Athira Pharma, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in Seattle, Washington, focused on developing small molecules aimed at restoring neuronal health and addressing neurodegenerative diseases. The company's lead candidate, ATH-1017, is a small hepatocyte growth factor/MET activator designed to penetrate the blood-brain barrier and is currently undergoing various clinical trials for the treatment of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. Additionally, Athira is advancing other candidates, including ATH-1019, which is in preclinical development for depression, and ATH-1018, aimed at treating peripheral neuropathy. Founded in 2011 and originally named M3 Biotechnology, Athira Pharma changed its name in April 2019 to reflect its commitment to innovative therapies that positively impact individuals affected by brain disorders.

Valorem Energy

Private Equity Round in 2017
At Valorem, they are committed to generating top-tier returns and sustainable cashflow. As a data and technology company, they create long-term value through the relentless pursuit of innovation and data-driven decision making in the development of oil and gas assets.

Sentio Healthcare Properties

Acquisition in 2017
Sentio Healthcare Properties is a real estate investment trust (REIT), which invests exclusively in healthcare related real estate, and is committed to delivering strong and reliable returns to investors. The Company features a diversified portfolio of seniors housing and medical properties throughout the United States.

Anthem-Epoch

Venture Round in 2016
Epoch Health represents the next evolution in comprehensive healthcare specifically for men. Our philosophy is a clinical approach designed to help men enhance their quality of life through truly personalized and professional clinical care. At Epoch we stress appropriate health treatments, proactive screenings and lifestyle modifications.

Sabinal Energy

Private Equity Round in 2016
Sabinal Energy is a privately-held oil and gas company based in The Woodlands, Texas, specializing in the acquisition and development of large, long-life producing oil and gas assets across North America. The company targets mature fields with established production profiles, primarily in the Rockies, Mid-Continent, and Texas regions, where consolidation opportunities exist. Sabinal Energy aims to enhance the value of its assets by leveraging advanced technology to optimize production and reduce costs. The management team at Sabinal has a proven track record, having successfully acquired and developed significant reservoirs in North America, including notable formations such as the Barnett, Eagleford, and Woodford/STACK. The executives have experience managing large-scale assets with substantial daily production and extensive proved reserves, along with robust drilling programs.

OpenMethods

Series A in 2016
OpenMethods, Inc. is an enterprise software company specializing in integrating traditional communication and workforce management systems with CRM platforms, particularly Oracle. The company's flagship product, Harmony, provides an omnichannel contact center solution that unifies various communication platforms, such as Genesys, Cisco, and Avaya, into a single agent desktop and universal queue. Additionally, OpenMethods offers PopFlow Studio, which allows users to automate complex workflows using a drag-and-drop interface, making it accessible for non-developers. The company also provides openVXML for managing application maintenance and media resources, as well as OpenIVR, which streamlines multi-channel interaction management. Founded as VCSR, Inc., OpenMethods is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with development offices in Saratoga and Kansas City.
Plains All American Pipeline is engaged in the transportation, storage, terminalling and marketing of crude oil, as well as in the processing, transportation, fractionation, storage and marketing of natural gas liquids ("NGL"). We own and operate a diversified portfolio of strategically located assets that play a vital role in the movement of U.S. and Canadian energy supplies. On average we handle over 3.5 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL through our extensive network of assets located in key North American producing basins, major market hubs and transportation gateways. The company is headquartered in Houston.

Amistad Energy Partners

Private Equity Round in 2015
Amistad Energy Partners is an independent oil and gas company based in Houston, Texas. The company specializes in the acquisition, development, and operation of oil and natural gas properties, with a particular emphasis on oil resources. By focusing on these areas, Amistad Energy Partners aims to leverage opportunities within the energy sector to enhance its portfolio and drive growth.

White’s Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2015
White’s Holdings, LLC is comprised of White’s Equipment Rental, Crossfire Production Services, and White’s Welding. All three units are commonly owned and operated. White’s Equipment Rental and Crossfire Production Services rent drilling equipment and provide related services in the Marcellus and Utica shales. White’s Welding provides oilfield welding services in oil producing regions across the U.S.

Well-Foam

Private Equity Round in 2014
Well-Foam Inc. specializes in providing heavy-duty equipment rental services tailored for the oil and gas industry. The company offers a diverse range of products and services aimed at commercial customers in the Permian Basin, including rental equipment, laydown machines, nitrogen units, and reverse units. Additionally, Well-Foam provides essential services such as open and cased hole fishing, flowback, and well testing. With a focus on quality equipment and experienced staff, Well-Foam is committed to ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time, and to the satisfaction of its clients.

MDLIVE

Venture Round in 2014
MDLIVE is a telehealth provider that offers online and on-demand healthcare services, facilitating access to board-certified doctors through phone, video, and mobile applications. The company's cloud-based platform allows patients to engage in virtual consultations with medical professionals, ensuring a contagion-free environment for healthcare delivery. This approach enables efficient collaboration among patients, healthcare providers, and administrators while reducing the need for costly emergency room and urgent care visits for non-emergency situations. MDLIVE serves a diverse range of clients, including hospitals, employers, payers, and physician practice groups, streamlining the healthcare experience for all parties involved.

Fallbrook Technologies

Debt Financing in 2013
Fallbrook Technologies is a provider of a technology intended to offer continuously variable transmission (CVT) for bicycles. The company develops, distributes, and licenses the NuVinci continuously variable planetary (CVP) transmission system for deployment in bicycle, automotive, off-highway, and industrial applications. The NuVinci technology displaces the 2500-year-old "gear" technology, and instead uses "spheres," improving the efficiency and performance of mechanical systems worldwide. It is applicable to a wide range of applications. Licensees include industry leaders such as Dana Holding Corporation, Allison Transmission, and TEAM Industries.

XOG

Venture Round in 2011
The Xplore entities were formed in November, 1996 as Aspen Integrated Oil & Gas, LLC, focusing on 3-D seismic programs and the corresponding drilling possibilities as a result of 3-D activities. Xplore is headquarted in Fort Worth, Texas, and is active in many areas of onshore U.S. Xplore's primary focus areas are the Permian Basin (West Texas and Southeast New Mexico) and North Texas. The company has a strong technical staff enabling it to react quickly and effectively on new opportunities, and has developed key industry alliances to join Xplore's key projects. Xplore has its sights on drilling and acquiring additional projects to continue the impressive growth trend it has established.

Newton Energy Partners

Private Equity Round in 2010
Newton Energy Partners, LLC is an independent oil and natural gas company based in The Woodlands, Texas, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in oil exploration and production, focusing on developing properties in the Permian Basin, Mid-Continent, and onshore Gulf Coast regions. Newton Energy Partners aims to provide clean and efficient energy by identifying and capitalizing on opportunities within these resource-rich areas.
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