Carousel Capital

Carousel Capital is a private investment firm based in North Carolina, founded in 1996, that specializes in mid-market investments in the Southeastern United States. The firm focuses on three primary sectors: business services, consumer products and services, and healthcare services. Carousel Capital partners with management teams to build companies that aspire to achieve national and global presence. The firm is supported by a diverse investor base, which includes institutional investors and over one hundred current and former corporate Chief Executive Officers. These executives contribute by identifying investment opportunities and offering strategic guidance. Carousel Capital typically targets investments in businesses generating at least three million in EBITDA, with an investment horizon of three to five years.

Peter Clark Jr.

Partner

Ellen M. Dale

Associate

Daniel Eassa

CFO and CCO

M. Adam Elmore

Principal

Charles S. Grigg

Managing Partner

Jill D. Holthaus

Controller and Director of Taxation

Robert Kreidler

Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance Officer

Ellen D. Maxey

Senior Associate

Brandon R. Moores

Vice President

Reid T. Morin

Associate

Tyler Moses

Vice President

Dalton M. Nicholson

Senior Associate

Emma Park

Associate

L. Clayton Roberts

Associate

John S. Robinson

Associate

Everett F. Saslow

Associate

Jason C. Schmidly

Managing Partner

Nelson Schwab

Co-Founder and Senior Advisor

Jake Thompson

Senior Associate

Alan C. Welch Jr.

Partner

Christopher H. Wells

Vice President

Past deals in North Carolina

APEX Analytix

Private Equity Round in 2020
APEX Analytix works as a trusted advisor to clients in virtually every country in the world. That means they understand your culture and speak your language – wherever you do business. You’ll find they have the size, scope and experience demanded by even the most discerning procure-to-pay teams. Their highly skilled team of specialists has a proven proficiency to handle any linguistic assignment. - Global 1000 clients on 6 continents, in virtually every country in the world - Safeguarding $2.6 trillion in disbursements each year - Proprietary global supplier and supplier contact database (built on 7 million supplier communications each year) - Fluent in languages covering 98% of global trade

Armstrong Transport Group

Private Equity Round in 2019
Armstrong Transport Group, LLC is a transportation company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, founded in 2006. It specializes in freight transportation services worldwide, providing a comprehensive range of options including truckload, less than truckload, refrigerated, heavy haul, rail, expedited, air, and international transportation. The company operates as a third-party logistics provider, focusing on freight brokerage services through a network of independent agents and employees. In addition to transportation, Armstrong Transport Group offers logistics and consultancy services to assist clients in meeting the complex demands of their shipping needs.

Huseby

Private Equity Round in 2018
Huseby Incorporated is a prominent provider of court reporting and litigation support services, catering to the legal community both in the United States and internationally. Established in 1928 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Huseby offers a comprehensive range of services including national court reporting, legal videography, real-time interactive solutions, and online case management. The company specializes in trial support, providing expert consultants, electronic presentations, and courtroom installations. Additionally, Huseby facilitates mobile litigation support, enabling attorneys to manage depositions and schedules through their devices, ensuring accessibility to critical case materials such as transcripts and exhibits. With regional centers in major cities like Atlanta, Washington, New York, Houston, and Los Angeles, Huseby continues to adapt to the evolving needs of the legal profession.

Advantage Sofware

Private Equity Round in 2017
Advantage is a software company that has successfully turned a passion into a profession.They are very well qualified to serve you now and well into the future. Advantage Software provides a suite of products with features you need to monitor and improve productivity and increase profitability.Advantage is perfect for full-service advertising agencies of all sizes, creative and production shops, public relations and marketing firms.

CCG IQ

Private Equity Round in 2017
CCG is a leading provider of specialty claims investigation services, processing technology and data analytics to property and casualty insurance companies across the United States. Consolidated Claims Group processes residential and commercial HVAC and electronics claims through its HVAC Investigators and StrikeCheck brand names.

APEX Analytix

Private Equity Round in 2014
APEX Analytix works as a trusted advisor to clients in virtually every country in the world. That means they understand your culture and speak your language – wherever you do business. You’ll find they have the size, scope and experience demanded by even the most discerning procure-to-pay teams. Their highly skilled team of specialists has a proven proficiency to handle any linguistic assignment. - Global 1000 clients on 6 continents, in virtually every country in the world - Safeguarding $2.6 trillion in disbursements each year - Proprietary global supplier and supplier contact database (built on 7 million supplier communications each year) - Fluent in languages covering 98% of global trade

HEPACO

Private Equity Round in 2011
HEPACO is a high quality environmental service provider dedicated to exceeding the expectations of their clients. Established in 1984, HEPACO has evolved into one of the market leaders providing solutions to solve the environmental challenges of our clients. HEPACO’s value proposition is strongly focused on quality, reliability, safety, and client assurance. When it looks like things can’t get any worse, you can’t get any better!

Driven Brands

Private Equity Round in 2008
Collectively, Driven Brands have been providing services to businesses and consumers alike for more than 130 years. Their brands successfully operate under the veteran leadership of their senior executive teams and are also highly influenced and challenged by our high-tech and state-of-the-art support team. As a result, their brands operate proven business systems using the latest in today's technologies and applications.

AgData

Private Equity Round in 2006
AgData, an AgKnowledge Company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializes in providing strategic data and analytical solutions to major agricultural crop protection and animal health manufacturers. With direct connections to over 9,500 industry retailers and distributors, the company serves more than 90% of the U.S. market. AgData offers a wide range of services, including outsourced database management, marketing program administration, data collection, and data analysis. Additionally, the company enables growers to self-verify their industry profiles and assists retailers in reviewing, reporting, and managing transactions and licenses related to growers. Operating throughout the United States and Canada, AgData plays a crucial role in supporting the agricultural sector with comprehensive data management and intelligence solutions.

Carolina BroadBand

Private Equity Round in 2000
Carolina BroadBand Inc. is a new, privately-held company offering Carolina residents and businesses a choice in providers for broadband multi-media service, including bundled local cable, Internet access and digital local and long-distance telephone services.