Advantage X

Advantage Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 1992 and based in New Orleans, Louisiana, with additional offices across the United States. The firm specializes in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt capital investments, primarily targeting small businesses at various stages of development, from early to later stages, excluding seed investments. Advantage Capital focuses on investing in low-income communities, both urban and rural, and supports state and local economic development initiatives. It seeks opportunities in sectors such as communication, information technology, telecommunications, business services, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, life sciences, and energy, while also considering investments in rural agricultural businesses. The firm typically makes initial investments ranging from $0.5 million to $10 million in companies with sales of less than $5 million, with potential for larger investments based on milestones. Advantage Capital also provides various forms of debt capital and prefers co-investing with other firms. The firm is committed to addressing the financing needs of underserved areas and fostering economic growth in communities lacking traditional sources of risk capital.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Anthony Billings

Senior Vice President and Investment Team Member

Bitting, Thomas H.P.

Managing Director

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaëlle Croteau

Vice President

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Christopher C. Harris

Principal

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

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

Scott Murphy

Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer

Justin N. Obletz

CFO and Managing Director

Tim Perusek

Principal and Investment Group Member

Keith Pettus

Principal

Damon L. Rawie

Managing Director

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Talmadge Singer

Managing Director

Steven T. Stull

President

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President

Benjamin T. Warning

Vice President

J.P. Lynch

Vice President

Past deals in Illinois

Natural Fiber Welding

Venture Round in 2021
Natural Fiber Welding, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of innovative fabrics and materials, utilizing technology that transforms plants and natural fibers into durable textiles and products. Founded in 2015 and based in Peoria, Illinois, the company focuses on harnessing renewable resources to create sustainable alternatives to synthetic materials. By leveraging abundant local resources, Natural Fiber Welding aims to develop scalable solutions that are accessible to diverse communities, enhancing the quality and usability of their products while minimizing processing costs. The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation positions it as a leader in the movement toward environmentally friendly materials.

mSEED group

Debt Financing in 2021
MSEED group specializes in contract manufacturing, research, and product development, and marketing/branding strategy services. It provides cross-functional expertise vital to the successful launch and strategic growth of brands in the beauty, cosmetic, and personal care space. It also offers strategic growth solutions to aspiring entrepreneurs and established businesses in the beauty and personal care industry. MSEED group was established in South Holland, Illinois in 2014.

Lyon

Debt Financing in 2021
Lyon LLC is a business supplies and equipment firm located in Illinois. The company specializes in manufacturing lockers, industrial storage solutions, and workplace products designed for various sectors, including military, law enforcement, education, and healthcare. Lyon offers a range of products that includes modular drawers, welded storage cabinets, metal lockers, and associated accessories, as well as carts and chairs. The company's focus is on providing affordable storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers.

Color Communications

Debt Financing in 2021
Color Communications, Inc. is a manufacturer of water-based color merchandising tools and products tailored for architectural, automotive, and industrial markets. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company produces a variety of offerings, including color cards, idea cards, single chips, and color coating systems. It specializes in advanced color replication methods, providing solutions such as ColorTac technology, which allows customers to visualize colors on their walls prior to purchase. Additionally, Color Communications distributes RAL color charts and serves specialized coating industries, enabling accurate color representation for decorative paint, stains, and coatings. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Chicago, Illinois; Castlerea, Ireland; Auckland, New Zealand; and Vilvoorde, Belgium, with sales offices located in various cities across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Safety Storage, Inc.

Debt Financing in 2021
Safety Storage, Inc. is an engineering company that designs and builds hazardous material storage structures.

Mirac

Debt Financing in 2019
Mirac, Inc. provides electronics manufacturing and development and electronics assembling and fabrication services to companies on contractual basis. The company also designs, manufactures, and delivers electronic products to clients. The company offers automated optical inspection (AOI), wave soldering, selective soldering, PCB water washing, PCB encapsulation and conformal coating, functional testing, and wire processing services to the electronics industry. Mirac, Inc. was founded in 1992 and is based in Lynchburg, Ohio. As of October 22, 2018, Mirac, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Mirac Investment, LLC.

SDBIC

Series A in 2019
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

San Jose Imports

Debt Financing in 2018
San Jose Imports is a wholesaler and distributor of candies, piñatas, and party favors. The company imports all of its products directly from Mexico, ensuring an authentic taste and experience. It offers over 800 different types of candy and party favors.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2018
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Mirac

Debt Financing in 2018
Mirac, Inc. provides electronics manufacturing and development and electronics assembling and fabrication services to companies on contractual basis. The company also designs, manufactures, and delivers electronic products to clients. The company offers automated optical inspection (AOI), wave soldering, selective soldering, PCB water washing, PCB encapsulation and conformal coating, functional testing, and wire processing services to the electronics industry. Mirac, Inc. was founded in 1992 and is based in Lynchburg, Ohio. As of October 22, 2018, Mirac, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Mirac Investment, LLC.

Mirac

Venture Round in 2018
Mirac, Inc. provides electronics manufacturing and development and electronics assembling and fabrication services to companies on contractual basis. The company also designs, manufactures, and delivers electronic products to clients. The company offers automated optical inspection (AOI), wave soldering, selective soldering, PCB water washing, PCB encapsulation and conformal coating, functional testing, and wire processing services to the electronics industry. Mirac, Inc. was founded in 1992 and is based in Lynchburg, Ohio. As of October 22, 2018, Mirac, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Mirac Investment, LLC.

CarstinBrands.com

Debt Financing in 2018
CarstinBrands.com supplies countertops and complementing products for kitchens and bathrooms. It delivers products and services to customers on time and completes within two weeks, with a strong emphasis on quality and meeting or exceeding customer expectations. The company was founded in 1988 in Arthur, Illinois.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Debt Financing in 2018
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Marque Medicos

Debt Financing in 2018
Marque Medicos LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in providing physical medicine healthcare services for injured workers, particularly within the Hispanic community. The company offers a range of medical professionals, including orthopedists, hand specialists, neurologists, and chiropractors, as well as services in physical therapy, pain management, and ambulatory surgical care. Marque Medicos focuses on outpatient-based surgical facilities that address strain injuries, low back, and neck pain, ensuring that patients receive effective and compassionate treatment for various workplace injuries.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Debt Financing in 2017
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Venture Round in 2017
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Ability Engineering Technology

Debt Financing in 2017
AET is an engineering, design, and manufacturing company that focuses on providing engineered, cryogenic, and process equipment and precision-machined parts for application within the energy, industrial, and scientific market segments. It specializes in the design of customized vessels and piping assemblies used in a variety of temperature and pressure ranges, which includes cryogenic applications. Furthermore, as a fully certified ASME Code Section VIII Division 1 facility, the company has only ASME-certified welders. In addition to providing quality product and workmanship throughout the process, AET includes a full document package with each shipment. A sample of AET’s document package structure can be provided upon request. The majority of the company's solutions are used throughout the liquid-gas supply chain for the purification, liquefaction, distribution, storage, and end-use of gases and hydrocarbons. This includes cryogenic transfer, storage, and processing such as vacuum insulated piping, dewars, valve boxes, and expansion cans. In addition to vessels and cryogenic equipment, AET designs and manufacture precision-machined and water-jet cut parts. It is founded in South Holland, Illinois.

CarstinBrands.com

Debt Financing in 2017
CarstinBrands.com supplies countertops and complementing products for kitchens and bathrooms. It delivers products and services to customers on time and completes within two weeks, with a strong emphasis on quality and meeting or exceeding customer expectations. The company was founded in 1988 in Arthur, Illinois.

Timewell Drainage Products

Debt Financing in 2017
Timewell Drainage Products is a family-owned manufacturer based in Timewell, Illinois, established in 1982. The company specializes in producing subsurface drainage products and supplies tailored for agricultural, waterworks, and residential applications. Its product offerings include corrugated plastic pipe, farm drainage tile, and fittings, as well as systems for stormwater detention and infiltration. Additionally, Timewell provides chambers, inlet structures, and water quality treatment options, catering to the needs of agricultural and commercial customers. Through its focus on quality and innovation, Timewell Drainage Products supports effective water management solutions for various sectors.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2017
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

SDBIC

Convertible Note in 2016
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

PLI Card Marketing Solutions

Debt Financing in 2016
PLI Card Marketing Solutions specializes in gift and loyalty card marketing solutions, serving various sectors including retail, hospitality, and entertainment. The company provides a comprehensive range of services that encompass card production, personalization, fulfillment, direct mail, and print services. With four production facilities located in Asheville, NC; North Las Vegas, NV; Romeoville, IL; and St. Louis, MO, PLI boasts extensive manufacturing capabilities and more than 1,000 employees across the nation. The firm also supports international clients through distribution centers in Canada and the Netherlands, positioning itself as a leading producer in the commercial card market. PLI Card Marketing Solutions aims to meet the outsourced card manufacturing needs of its clients at competitive prices.

Marque Medicos

Debt Financing in 2016
Marque Medicos LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in providing physical medicine healthcare services for injured workers, particularly within the Hispanic community. The company offers a range of medical professionals, including orthopedists, hand specialists, neurologists, and chiropractors, as well as services in physical therapy, pain management, and ambulatory surgical care. Marque Medicos focuses on outpatient-based surgical facilities that address strain injuries, low back, and neck pain, ensuring that patients receive effective and compassionate treatment for various workplace injuries.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2016
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Cardio Partners

Debt Financing in 2016
Cardio Partner Resources is a national training center for the American Heart Association with a network of over 740 qualified instructors nationwide. Our clients range from some of the largest national corporations with multiple locations, to local companies with one location. We customize each AED and training program to meet our client’s budgets, needs and expectations. We understand that each client has specific needs and never hard sell an AED brand or a solution; instead Cardio Partners works with the client in determining the best solution for them. At Cardio Partners, our mission is to create a heart-safe environment to increase the survival rate of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in the workplace. Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in the U.S., taking approximately 1300 lives each day. It is not only our goal to mitigate SCA, it's also our goal to train all workplaces to how to respond to medical and injury emergencies. By creating a heart-safe environment, you are protecting your employees and visitors. In order to better represent our mission of being a partner rather than just a vendor, we will now be doing business as Cardio Partner Resources, or CardioParters for short.

CarstinBrands.com

Debt Financing in 2016
CarstinBrands.com supplies countertops and complementing products for kitchens and bathrooms. It delivers products and services to customers on time and completes within two weeks, with a strong emphasis on quality and meeting or exceeding customer expectations. The company was founded in 1988 in Arthur, Illinois.

Orthotech Sports Medical Equipment

Debt Financing in 2016
Orthotech Sports Medical Equipment offers and sells a brand commercial fitness product line. Orthotech Sports Medical Equipment is located in Herrin, Illinois.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Debt Financing in 2016
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Debt Financing in 2016
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Venture Round in 2016
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Timewell Drainage Products

Debt Financing in 2016
Timewell Drainage Products is a family-owned manufacturer based in Timewell, Illinois, established in 1982. The company specializes in producing subsurface drainage products and supplies tailored for agricultural, waterworks, and residential applications. Its product offerings include corrugated plastic pipe, farm drainage tile, and fittings, as well as systems for stormwater detention and infiltration. Additionally, Timewell provides chambers, inlet structures, and water quality treatment options, catering to the needs of agricultural and commercial customers. Through its focus on quality and innovation, Timewell Drainage Products supports effective water management solutions for various sectors.

Shape

Debt Financing in 2016
Shape LLC is a manufacturer specializing in custom magnetic products, including linear transformers, inductors, and various types of ballasts. Founded in 1966 and based in Addison, Illinois, the company serves a diverse range of applications such as airport lighting, water purification, telecom equipment, and medical devices. Shape's product offerings also include patented circuits that integrate regulating transformers with electronic controllers. The company sells its products directly to original equipment manufacturers and through a network of representatives and distributors, catering to both domestic and international markets.

BeautifulDisplays

Debt Financing in 2016
BeautifulDisplays is a manufacturer specializing in trade show displays, exhibit booths, and related accessories, serving clients in the United States and internationally. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including fabric graphic displays, pop-up displays, banner stands, and printed flooring. Additionally, it provides services such as grand format printing, custom exhibit design, and product rentals. Founded in 1991 and based in Carbondale, Illinois, BeautifulDisplays focuses on enhancing brand awareness and customer engagement through high-quality visual marketing solutions. Operating as a subsidiary of The Noteworthy Group, Inc., the company aims to facilitate effective visual communication for organizations at events, trade shows, and retail environments.

Cardio Partners

Debt Financing in 2015
Cardio Partner Resources is a national training center for the American Heart Association with a network of over 740 qualified instructors nationwide. Our clients range from some of the largest national corporations with multiple locations, to local companies with one location. We customize each AED and training program to meet our client’s budgets, needs and expectations. We understand that each client has specific needs and never hard sell an AED brand or a solution; instead Cardio Partners works with the client in determining the best solution for them. At Cardio Partners, our mission is to create a heart-safe environment to increase the survival rate of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in the workplace. Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in the U.S., taking approximately 1300 lives each day. It is not only our goal to mitigate SCA, it's also our goal to train all workplaces to how to respond to medical and injury emergencies. By creating a heart-safe environment, you are protecting your employees and visitors. In order to better represent our mission of being a partner rather than just a vendor, we will now be doing business as Cardio Partner Resources, or CardioParters for short.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2015
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Kay Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2015
Kay Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a precision production machining company based in Calumet City, Illinois, established in 1946. The company specializes in machining forged materials specifically for domestic automotive subassemblies, serving the automotive, agricultural, and ordnance markets. By integrating lean manufacturing techniques and automation with a skilled workforce, Kay Manufacturing produces transmission components that allow clients to obtain advanced product parts at competitive prices.

Arch Energy Illinois

Debt Financing in 2015
Arch Energy Illinois is a central and southern Illinois-based oil development and extraction company. It negotiates directly with property owners before contracting with drilling companies to test reserve potential and install oil wells.

ILMO Products Company

Debt Financing in 2015
ILMO Products Company, Inc. specializes in providing a wide range of gases, including medical, industrial, laboratory, and specialty gases, in various forms such as bulk, micro-bulk, and cylinders. Additionally, the company offers welding and safety equipment, industrial supplies, and welder rental and repair services, as well as propane for both residential and commercial applications. Founded in 1913 and based in Jacksonville, Illinois, ILMO serves a diverse clientele that includes laboratories, universities, medical device manufacturers, food processing plants, and various industrial sectors across the United States, Canada, South America, and Europe. Through its extensive product offerings, ILMO Products Company supports numerous industries in their operational needs, including welding, emissions testing, and specialized gas mixtures.

BeautifulDisplays

Debt Financing in 2015
BeautifulDisplays is a manufacturer specializing in trade show displays, exhibit booths, and related accessories, serving clients in the United States and internationally. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including fabric graphic displays, pop-up displays, banner stands, and printed flooring. Additionally, it provides services such as grand format printing, custom exhibit design, and product rentals. Founded in 1991 and based in Carbondale, Illinois, BeautifulDisplays focuses on enhancing brand awareness and customer engagement through high-quality visual marketing solutions. Operating as a subsidiary of The Noteworthy Group, Inc., the company aims to facilitate effective visual communication for organizations at events, trade shows, and retail environments.

Orthotech Sports Medical Equipment

Debt Financing in 2015
Orthotech Sports Medical Equipment offers and sells a brand commercial fitness product line. Orthotech Sports Medical Equipment is located in Herrin, Illinois.

NOVA Solutions

Debt Financing in 2015
NOVA Solutions specializes in the manufacturing of laminate furniture designed for educational and workplace environments. The company focuses on creating efficient and functional furnishings, including desks and workstations tailored for classrooms and training rooms. By integrating technology into its designs, NOVA Solutions aims to offer high-quality products that are not only practical and economical but also stylish, enhancing the overall working and learning experience for its customers.

Gateway Rail Services

Debt Financing in 2015
Gateway Rail Services is run by railcar owners who are passionate about repairing and restoring railcars. Gateway Rail Services is located in Madison, Illinois.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Debt Financing in 2015
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Worldwide Equipment Sales

Venture Round in 2015
Worldwide Equipment Sales is a dealer of new and used tow trucks, car haulers, and equipment trailers. It also offers parts for the towing and hauling industries. It offers custom-built self-loader wreckers and flatbed car carriers in the industry. Worldwide also offers specialized recovery solutions such as side puller options for both tow trucks and flatbed carriers to fulfill the needs of demanding operators. The company's towing equipment specialist can custom-build a truck to meet a client's specific needs. It also stocks a full line of service and repair parts for all the brands we sell as well as consumable items like straps, chains, lights, height sticks, and much more.

Williams Shooters Supply

Debt Financing in 2015
Williams Shooters Supply is a sports goods wholesaler based in Quincy, Illinois.

Doejo

Debt Financing in 2015
Doejo is a Chicago-based marketing agency that offers comprehensive consulting services for both brick-and-mortar and online businesses. The agency specializes in creating compelling websites and brands while also providing expertise in search engine optimization and social media marketing. In addition to brand development, Doejo focuses on product development, motion graphics, and photography, helping emerging companies effectively promote their products and services across web, mobile, and social media platforms.

Jimi Allen Photography

Debt Financing in 2015
Jimi Allen Photography, Inc. is a firm that delivers marketing consulting services. The company is located in Aurora, Illinois.

PLI Card Marketing Solutions

Debt Financing in 2015
PLI Card Marketing Solutions specializes in gift and loyalty card marketing solutions, serving various sectors including retail, hospitality, and entertainment. The company provides a comprehensive range of services that encompass card production, personalization, fulfillment, direct mail, and print services. With four production facilities located in Asheville, NC; North Las Vegas, NV; Romeoville, IL; and St. Louis, MO, PLI boasts extensive manufacturing capabilities and more than 1,000 employees across the nation. The firm also supports international clients through distribution centers in Canada and the Netherlands, positioning itself as a leading producer in the commercial card market. PLI Card Marketing Solutions aims to meet the outsourced card manufacturing needs of its clients at competitive prices.

SDBIC

Series C in 2015
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

SDBIC

Debt Financing in 2014
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

CarstinBrands.com

Debt Financing in 2014
CarstinBrands.com supplies countertops and complementing products for kitchens and bathrooms. It delivers products and services to customers on time and completes within two weeks, with a strong emphasis on quality and meeting or exceeding customer expectations. The company was founded in 1988 in Arthur, Illinois.

elevate DIGITAL

Series B in 2014
Elevate Digital is an interactive digital advertising and software company based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2011. It specializes in transforming consumer engagement through innovative advertising solutions that incorporate rich media and city information into a multi-sensory experience. The company's primary products are interactive, touch-screen glass displays strategically placed in high-traffic areas. These displays enable consumers to interact with advertisements, control messaging, and access geo-targeted services. Elevate Digital's technology also allows advertisers to engage directly with consumers, collect valuable data, and enhance the overall user experience.

ILMO Products Company

Debt Financing in 2014
ILMO Products Company, Inc. specializes in providing a wide range of gases, including medical, industrial, laboratory, and specialty gases, in various forms such as bulk, micro-bulk, and cylinders. Additionally, the company offers welding and safety equipment, industrial supplies, and welder rental and repair services, as well as propane for both residential and commercial applications. Founded in 1913 and based in Jacksonville, Illinois, ILMO serves a diverse clientele that includes laboratories, universities, medical device manufacturers, food processing plants, and various industrial sectors across the United States, Canada, South America, and Europe. Through its extensive product offerings, ILMO Products Company supports numerous industries in their operational needs, including welding, emissions testing, and specialized gas mixtures.

Cardio Partners

Debt Financing in 2014
Cardio Partner Resources is a national training center for the American Heart Association with a network of over 740 qualified instructors nationwide. Our clients range from some of the largest national corporations with multiple locations, to local companies with one location. We customize each AED and training program to meet our client’s budgets, needs and expectations. We understand that each client has specific needs and never hard sell an AED brand or a solution; instead Cardio Partners works with the client in determining the best solution for them. At Cardio Partners, our mission is to create a heart-safe environment to increase the survival rate of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in the workplace. Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in the U.S., taking approximately 1300 lives each day. It is not only our goal to mitigate SCA, it's also our goal to train all workplaces to how to respond to medical and injury emergencies. By creating a heart-safe environment, you are protecting your employees and visitors. In order to better represent our mission of being a partner rather than just a vendor, we will now be doing business as Cardio Partner Resources, or CardioParters for short.

Kay Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2014
Kay Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a precision production machining company based in Calumet City, Illinois, established in 1946. The company specializes in machining forged materials specifically for domestic automotive subassemblies, serving the automotive, agricultural, and ordnance markets. By integrating lean manufacturing techniques and automation with a skilled workforce, Kay Manufacturing produces transmission components that allow clients to obtain advanced product parts at competitive prices.

SDBIC

Debt Financing in 2013
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2013
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Marque Medicos

Debt Financing in 2013
Marque Medicos LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in providing physical medicine healthcare services for injured workers, particularly within the Hispanic community. The company offers a range of medical professionals, including orthopedists, hand specialists, neurologists, and chiropractors, as well as services in physical therapy, pain management, and ambulatory surgical care. Marque Medicos focuses on outpatient-based surgical facilities that address strain injuries, low back, and neck pain, ensuring that patients receive effective and compassionate treatment for various workplace injuries.

Mason Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2012
Mason Manufacturing LLC. manufactures heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and columns for the biotechnology, biofuel, grain processing, chemical, petroleum, power, and water treatment industries. It offers ASME vessels/reactors, towers, and tanks and bins, as well as rotary dryers, and replacement and spare parts. The company also provides custom fabrication services. Mason Manufacturing LLC. was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Decatur, Illinois.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2012
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Mason Manufacturing

Series B in 2012
Mason Manufacturing LLC. manufactures heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and columns for the biotechnology, biofuel, grain processing, chemical, petroleum, power, and water treatment industries. It offers ASME vessels/reactors, towers, and tanks and bins, as well as rotary dryers, and replacement and spare parts. The company also provides custom fabrication services. Mason Manufacturing LLC. was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Decatur, Illinois.

SDBIC

Series B in 2012
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

SDBIC

Debt Financing in 2012
Patented insurance protection for contents within safety deposit boxes

elevate DIGITAL

Series A in 2012
Elevate Digital is an interactive digital advertising and software company based in Chicago, Illinois, established in 2011. It specializes in transforming consumer engagement through innovative advertising solutions that incorporate rich media and city information into a multi-sensory experience. The company's primary products are interactive, touch-screen glass displays strategically placed in high-traffic areas. These displays enable consumers to interact with advertisements, control messaging, and access geo-targeted services. Elevate Digital's technology also allows advertisers to engage directly with consumers, collect valuable data, and enhance the overall user experience.

Apparel Unlimited

Debt Financing in 2012
Apparel Unlimited offers customized shirt printing and embroidery. The company is based in Georgetown, Illinois.

Marque Medicos

Debt Financing in 2012
Marque Medicos LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in providing physical medicine healthcare services for injured workers, particularly within the Hispanic community. The company offers a range of medical professionals, including orthopedists, hand specialists, neurologists, and chiropractors, as well as services in physical therapy, pain management, and ambulatory surgical care. Marque Medicos focuses on outpatient-based surgical facilities that address strain injuries, low back, and neck pain, ensuring that patients receive effective and compassionate treatment for various workplace injuries.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2011
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Marque Medicos

Debt Financing in 2011
Marque Medicos LLC, founded in 2008 and based in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in providing physical medicine healthcare services for injured workers, particularly within the Hispanic community. The company offers a range of medical professionals, including orthopedists, hand specialists, neurologists, and chiropractors, as well as services in physical therapy, pain management, and ambulatory surgical care. Marque Medicos focuses on outpatient-based surgical facilities that address strain injuries, low back, and neck pain, ensuring that patients receive effective and compassionate treatment for various workplace injuries.

ILMO Products Company

Debt Financing in 2011
ILMO Products Company, Inc. specializes in providing a wide range of gases, including medical, industrial, laboratory, and specialty gases, in various forms such as bulk, micro-bulk, and cylinders. Additionally, the company offers welding and safety equipment, industrial supplies, and welder rental and repair services, as well as propane for both residential and commercial applications. Founded in 1913 and based in Jacksonville, Illinois, ILMO serves a diverse clientele that includes laboratories, universities, medical device manufacturers, food processing plants, and various industrial sectors across the United States, Canada, South America, and Europe. Through its extensive product offerings, ILMO Products Company supports numerous industries in their operational needs, including welding, emissions testing, and specialized gas mixtures.

Cardio Partners

Debt Financing in 2011
Cardio Partner Resources is a national training center for the American Heart Association with a network of over 740 qualified instructors nationwide. Our clients range from some of the largest national corporations with multiple locations, to local companies with one location. We customize each AED and training program to meet our client’s budgets, needs and expectations. We understand that each client has specific needs and never hard sell an AED brand or a solution; instead Cardio Partners works with the client in determining the best solution for them. At Cardio Partners, our mission is to create a heart-safe environment to increase the survival rate of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in the workplace. Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in the U.S., taking approximately 1300 lives each day. It is not only our goal to mitigate SCA, it's also our goal to train all workplaces to how to respond to medical and injury emergencies. By creating a heart-safe environment, you are protecting your employees and visitors. In order to better represent our mission of being a partner rather than just a vendor, we will now be doing business as Cardio Partner Resources, or CardioParters for short.

Arch Energy Illinois

Debt Financing in 2011
Arch Energy Illinois is a central and southern Illinois-based oil development and extraction company. It negotiates directly with property owners before contracting with drilling companies to test reserve potential and install oil wells.

Allen Brothers

Debt Financing in 2011
Allen Brothers, Inc., a Chicago-based supplier of USDA Prime grade beef.

Mason Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2011
Mason Manufacturing LLC. manufactures heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and columns for the biotechnology, biofuel, grain processing, chemical, petroleum, power, and water treatment industries. It offers ASME vessels/reactors, towers, and tanks and bins, as well as rotary dryers, and replacement and spare parts. The company also provides custom fabrication services. Mason Manufacturing LLC. was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Decatur, Illinois.

Allen Brothers

Debt Financing in 2010
Allen Brothers, Inc., a Chicago-based supplier of USDA Prime grade beef.

Mason Manufacturing

Debt Financing in 2010
Mason Manufacturing LLC. manufactures heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and columns for the biotechnology, biofuel, grain processing, chemical, petroleum, power, and water treatment industries. It offers ASME vessels/reactors, towers, and tanks and bins, as well as rotary dryers, and replacement and spare parts. The company also provides custom fabrication services. Mason Manufacturing LLC. was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Decatur, Illinois.

Mason Manufacturing

Series A in 2010
Mason Manufacturing LLC. manufactures heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and columns for the biotechnology, biofuel, grain processing, chemical, petroleum, power, and water treatment industries. It offers ASME vessels/reactors, towers, and tanks and bins, as well as rotary dryers, and replacement and spare parts. The company also provides custom fabrication services. Mason Manufacturing LLC. was incorporated in 1988 and is based in Decatur, Illinois.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2010
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

Allen Brothers

Venture Round in 2010
Allen Brothers, Inc., a Chicago-based supplier of USDA Prime grade beef.

SOMS Technologies

Convertible Note in 2009
SOMS Technologies LLC specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vehicle engine oil filters. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Valhalla, New York, the company offers a range of engine oil filters suitable for various applications, including small four-cylinder engines and medium-duty diesel engines in heavy-duty vehicles. One of its notable products is the microGreen Engine Filter, which allows vehicles to operate up to 30,000 miles without needing an oil change by continuously filtering a portion of the engine oil through its patented microfilter system. In addition to its proprietary products, SOMS Technologies provides private label automotive filtration products and markets its offerings through a network of authorized regional distributors. The company also has a technical and customer support office located in Albion, Illinois.

Allen Brothers

Debt Financing in 2009
Allen Brothers, Inc., a Chicago-based supplier of USDA Prime grade beef.

SOMS Technologies

Series B in 2008
SOMS Technologies LLC specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vehicle engine oil filters. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Valhalla, New York, the company offers a range of engine oil filters suitable for various applications, including small four-cylinder engines and medium-duty diesel engines in heavy-duty vehicles. One of its notable products is the microGreen Engine Filter, which allows vehicles to operate up to 30,000 miles without needing an oil change by continuously filtering a portion of the engine oil through its patented microfilter system. In addition to its proprietary products, SOMS Technologies provides private label automotive filtration products and markets its offerings through a network of authorized regional distributors. The company also has a technical and customer support office located in Albion, Illinois.

SOMS Technologies

Acquisition in 2008
SOMS Technologies LLC specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vehicle engine oil filters. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Valhalla, New York, the company offers a range of engine oil filters suitable for various applications, including small four-cylinder engines and medium-duty diesel engines in heavy-duty vehicles. One of its notable products is the microGreen Engine Filter, which allows vehicles to operate up to 30,000 miles without needing an oil change by continuously filtering a portion of the engine oil through its patented microfilter system. In addition to its proprietary products, SOMS Technologies provides private label automotive filtration products and markets its offerings through a network of authorized regional distributors. The company also has a technical and customer support office located in Albion, Illinois.

SOMS Technologies

Series A in 2008
SOMS Technologies LLC specializes in the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of vehicle engine oil filters. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Valhalla, New York, the company offers a range of engine oil filters suitable for various applications, including small four-cylinder engines and medium-duty diesel engines in heavy-duty vehicles. One of its notable products is the microGreen Engine Filter, which allows vehicles to operate up to 30,000 miles without needing an oil change by continuously filtering a portion of the engine oil through its patented microfilter system. In addition to its proprietary products, SOMS Technologies provides private label automotive filtration products and markets its offerings through a network of authorized regional distributors. The company also has a technical and customer support office located in Albion, Illinois.

Rucker's Candy

Debt Financing in 2007
Rucker's Candy is a distributor and wholesaler of confectionery products. The company's products include candy and snacks, which enables customers to avail premium quality sweets and candies with a refined texture and taste. It was founded in 1985 in Bridgeport, Illinois.

NetRegulus

Debt Financing in 2006
NetRegulus is a technology company based in Oak Brook, Illinois, that specializes in providing Internet of Things (IoT) and augmented reality (AR) platforms, along with enterprise applications. Founded in 1982, the company focuses on serving manufacturers and businesses by offering solutions that enable the creation, connection, operation, analysis, and servicing of products. Additionally, NetRegulus provides web-based regulatory management software tailored for life science companies, facilitating the effective management of clinical study and quality data. Through its innovative offerings, NetRegulus aims to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance for its clients.

NetRegulus

Series B in 2005
NetRegulus is a technology company based in Oak Brook, Illinois, that specializes in providing Internet of Things (IoT) and augmented reality (AR) platforms, along with enterprise applications. Founded in 1982, the company focuses on serving manufacturers and businesses by offering solutions that enable the creation, connection, operation, analysis, and servicing of products. Additionally, NetRegulus provides web-based regulatory management software tailored for life science companies, facilitating the effective management of clinical study and quality data. Through its innovative offerings, NetRegulus aims to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance for its clients.
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