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

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Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2021
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

Kanata Blanket

Debt Financing in 2020
Kanata Blanket Company, founded in 1993 and based in Richmond, British Columbia, manufactures a diverse range of portable and rugged blankets, towels, and related products for the retail and gift markets in Canada and the United States. The company's offerings include blankets and throws made from various materials such as polyester, faux fur, and wool, as well as outdoor and picnic blankets, pillows, robes, slippers, and scarves. Kanata Blanket also features themed collections, including the Home Collection and the Adventure Collection, which provide high-quality products tailored for different needs. Additionally, the company supports wholesale orders with customization options and sells its products online, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2020
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

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.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2018
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

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.

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.

Refine Tile

Debt Financing in 2016
Refine Tile is a manufacturer of ceramic tiles such as mosaic, bullnose, and deco tile.

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.

Polder Housewares

Debt Financing in 2016
Polder Housewares designs, markets, and distributes houseware products to its clients.

Refine Tile

Debt Financing in 2015
Refine Tile is a manufacturer of ceramic tiles such as mosaic, bullnose, and deco tile.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2015
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

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.

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.

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.

Old South Lighting & Ironworks

Debt Financing in 2014
Old South Lighting & Ironworks offers residential, commercial, and architectural lighting and ironwork services. The company aims to personalize every home with a combination of unique lighting, lanterns, and beautiful custom ironwork. It was established in 2006 by Robby Turner.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2014
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

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.

Pearl River Glass Studio

Debt Financing in 2012
Pearl River Glass Studio offers glass services and artworks in a glass. The company is based in Jackson, Mississippi.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2012
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

United States Dinnerware

Debt Financing in 2012
United States Dinnerware designs and manufactures injected plasticware made from plastic resins. The company also offers a variety of injection-molded products that include trays, tumblers, tote boxes, and storage containers. It offers unique sizes and colors, plus outstanding value to meet the need of any foodservice operation, no matter what size or location.

Historic Restoration

Debt Financing in 2011
Historic Restoration is a restoration company that specializes in the repair and alteration of heritage buildings and structures.

The Green Life Guides

Private Equity Round in 2011
The Green Life Guides, LLC operates an online site for wedding ideas, products, and services. Its products and services include business cards, live events, food and flowers, and service directory for vendors; products and gifts for weddings, bar mitzvahs, and holidays; living room furniture; table linens and flatware; appliances and electronics, baking, cleaning supplies, cookware, and cutting boards; baskets, rugs, candles and candle holders, centerpieces, curtains, and hardware; organization and storage products; blankets, quilts, duvets, sheets, mattresses, pillows, and accents; towels, bathroom accessories, rugs and mats, shower curtains, and personal care and beauty products; garden accessories, composters, and plants and seeds; and dog and cat supplies. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Haven, Connecticut.

United States Dinnerware

Debt Financing in 2011
United States Dinnerware designs and manufactures injected plasticware made from plastic resins. The company also offers a variety of injection-molded products that include trays, tumblers, tote boxes, and storage containers. It offers unique sizes and colors, plus outstanding value to meet the need of any foodservice operation, no matter what size or location.

The Green Life Guides

Debt Financing in 2011
The Green Life Guides, LLC operates an online site for wedding ideas, products, and services. Its products and services include business cards, live events, food and flowers, and service directory for vendors; products and gifts for weddings, bar mitzvahs, and holidays; living room furniture; table linens and flatware; appliances and electronics, baking, cleaning supplies, cookware, and cutting boards; baskets, rugs, candles and candle holders, centerpieces, curtains, and hardware; organization and storage products; blankets, quilts, duvets, sheets, mattresses, pillows, and accents; towels, bathroom accessories, rugs and mats, shower curtains, and personal care and beauty products; garden accessories, composters, and plants and seeds; and dog and cat supplies. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Haven, Connecticut.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2010
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

FireRock

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.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2009
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of household products based in St. Louis, Missouri, with additional facilities in Kenova, West Virginia. Founded in 1946, the company offers a diverse range of products under various brands, including Enoz, Bowl Fresh, airBOSS, and Ty-D-Bol. Enoz specializes in closet storage solutions, such as mothballs, flakes, crystals, and odor absorbers, designed to control moisture and odors in storage areas. Bowl Fresh provides toilet cleaners and deodorizers, while airBOSS focuses on home and garden products, including insect control items. The company also markets air fresheners and specialty deodorizers for various household needs. Willert Home Products sells its products through an online platform and serves customers in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and internationally, emphasizing hygiene and cleanliness in the home environment.

Profile Cabinet and Design

Debt Financing in 2009
Profile Cabinet and Design creates bespoke cabinets of the highest quality and sells natural and engineered stone. Headquartered in Kansas City.

FireRock

Debt Financing in 2009
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.

FireRock

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.

Artful Home

Venture Round in 2006
Artful Home, LLC is a retailer specializing in fine art and design, offering a diverse range of products created by North American artists. Founded in 1985 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, the company provides an extensive selection of art glass, sculptures, home décor, wall art, furniture, lighting, apparel, and jewelry. Each piece is directly shipped from the artist's studio, fostering a unique connection between the buyer and the creator. The platform curates thousands of artworks, making it a comprehensive marketplace that combines elements of a gallery and an art fair. Artful Home not only facilitates the sale of artist-made works but also supports artists by providing them with greater exposure, enabling many to dedicate more time to their craft. The company operates primarily through its website and catalogs, allowing customers to explore and purchase high-quality, original art and design pieces for their homes and wardrobes.

Artful Home

Debt Financing in 2003
Artful Home, LLC is a retailer specializing in fine art and design, offering a diverse range of products created by North American artists. Founded in 1985 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, the company provides an extensive selection of art glass, sculptures, home décor, wall art, furniture, lighting, apparel, and jewelry. Each piece is directly shipped from the artist's studio, fostering a unique connection between the buyer and the creator. The platform curates thousands of artworks, making it a comprehensive marketplace that combines elements of a gallery and an art fair. Artful Home not only facilitates the sale of artist-made works but also supports artists by providing them with greater exposure, enabling many to dedicate more time to their craft. The company operates primarily through its website and catalogs, allowing customers to explore and purchase high-quality, original art and design pieces for their homes and wardrobes.

Historic Restoration

Venture Round in 1997
Historic Restoration is a restoration company that specializes in the repair and alteration of heritage buildings and structures.
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