Blackthorne Partners

Blackthorne Partners LTD. is a private equity firm located in Brookfield, Wisconsin, established in 2007. The firm specializes in both fund of funds and direct investments, focusing on growth capital and buyouts. It primarily targets small, family-owned niche companies with revenues ranging from $4 million to $15 million and EBITDA between $1 million and $2 million. Blackthorne Partners concentrates its investments in sectors such as light manufacturing, outsourced business services, and value-added distribution, specifically within Southeast Wisconsin. The firm's approach is characterized by thorough due diligence, allowing for access to unique investment opportunities in private equity funds and private companies.

Steve J. Balistreri

Managing Director

John F. Syburg

Managing Director

Past deals in Wisconsin

Managecore

Seed Round in 2017
Provider of cloud hosting services intended to offer SAP and IT-managed services. The company's services include SAP technical management, SAP Hana, disaster recovery, and SAP consulting project services, enabling enterprises to use SAP and perform tasks in a hassle-free manner.

Managecore

Seed Round in 2016
Provider of cloud hosting services intended to offer SAP and IT-managed services. The company's services include SAP technical management, SAP Hana, disaster recovery, and SAP consulting project services, enabling enterprises to use SAP and perform tasks in a hassle-free manner.

Schaefer Brush Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2015
Schaefer Brush Manufacturing, LLC specializes in the design and production of a wide range of industrial brushes and brush systems tailored for various industries. The company offers an extensive selection of cleaning brushes, including those for chimney, conveyor, furnace, boiler, and indoor air quality applications, as well as accessories and sweeping tools. Founded in 1905 and located in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Schaefer Brush emphasizes craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, leveraging modern technology and experienced personnel to meet precise specifications. The company provides additional services such as packing, shipping, warehousing, product development, engineering, and customer support. Schaefer Brush distributes its products through a network of distributors both domestically and internationally, as well as online.

Integrated Medical Partners

Venture Round in 2010
Integrated Medical Partners, LLC provides information solutions and revenue cycle management services for hospital-based physician practices and ancillary patient treatment center operators in the United States. The company offers an integrated suite of practice business solutions, including revenue cycle management, practice intelligence, business and clinical advisory, and technology solutions. Its specialties include radiology, anesthesia, pathology, and emergency medicine. The company was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.