Castle Creek Capital

Castle Creek Capital is a private equity firm based in San Diego, California, established in 1990. The firm specializes in providing long-term capital to high-quality community banking institutions, supporting their growth, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and refinancing efforts. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Castle Creek Capital focuses on the middle market and engages in various financial strategies, including turnarounds, buyouts, and special situations. The firm's commitment to community banking positions it as a significant player in the financial sector, catering to the evolving needs of its clients.

Spencer T. Cohn

Director

Aditi Dwivedi

Associate

John Eggemeyer

Managing Principal

Sundeep Rana

Managing Principal

Tony Scavuzzo

Managing Principal

Michael T. Thaden

Director

27 past transactions

Blue Ridge Bankshares

Post in 2023
Blue Ridge Bankshares Inc is a financial services company based in Luray, Virginia, established in 1893. It operates primarily through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Blue Ridge Bank, National Association, and provides a comprehensive range of commercial and consumer banking services. The bank's offerings include checking and savings accounts, money market accounts, various types of loans (including commercial, residential, and home equity), credit cards, and investment accounts. Additionally, Blue Ridge Bank emphasizes customer service and ethical practices, catering to both individual and business clients. Beyond traditional banking, it also provides specialized services such as payroll solutions through Moneywise Payroll Solutions, qualified intermediary services via Exchangers, and insurance services through Hammond Insurance. The company aims to deliver innovative financial solutions tailored to the needs of its customers across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions.

Republic Bank

Post in 2023
Republic Bank is a prominent commercial and retail bank in Philadelphia, recognized for its commitment to innovation and exceptional customer service. As a state-chartered institution, it operates as the principal holding company for Republic First Bank, offering a diverse array of banking products and services. These include consumer and commercial deposit accounts, interest-bearing demand accounts, savings accounts, secured and unsecured loans, real estate loans, automobile loans, and mortgages. The bank prioritizes local decision-making and customer satisfaction, striving to deliver the advantages of a large financial institution while maintaining a personable, small-town atmosphere. Republic Bank is dedicated to building its brand and enhancing shareholder value, all while fostering a positive work environment for its employees.

Central Payment

Venture Round in 2022
Central Payments is a prominent provider of payments technology and issuing solutions tailored for fintech and embedded finance sectors. The company specializes in a comprehensive suite of services, including real-time account validation, fraud monitoring, international remittance, and disbursement solutions. Central Payments operates an Open*CP API Marketplace, recognized as a banking-as-a-service platform designed by fintech professionals, which integrates issuing capabilities. Additionally, the company serves small to medium-sized merchants, particularly in the restaurant, personal services, and retail industries, through an Independent Sales Agent model. By focusing on innovative technology and accessible financial solutions, Central Payments aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of payment processing for its clients.

CFBank

Post in 2019
CFBank is a boutique business bank, providing full-service financing and banking needs of entrepreneurs and closely-held businesses. The company offers residential mortgage lending and consumer products and services. It was founded in 1892 and headquartered Worthington, Ohio.

Bank of Idaho Holding

Venture Round in 2019
Bank of Idaho Holding Company serves as the parent organization of Bank of Idaho, which provides a comprehensive range of personal and business banking services primarily in Idaho. The bank offers checking and savings accounts, various types of loans including auto, personal, agricultural, commercial, and home mortgages, as well as lines of credit and credit cards. In addition to traditional banking services, it provides online and mobile banking, cash and wealth management, and trust services. Established in 1985 and headquartered in Idaho Falls, the bank aims to assist clients in achieving their financial goals through customized investment strategies and educational tools designed for business owners. Its operations extend to southeastern Idaho and parts of Washington.

Northpointe Bank

Private Equity Round in 2019
Northpointe Bank, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, provides a range of banking and financial services for individuals and businesses. Founded in 1999, the bank offers personal accounts, including checking accounts, savings accounts, and various retirement savings options. For businesses, it provides checking accounts, money market savings, and merchant services. Northpointe Bank also specializes in home loans, offering options for purchasing, building, or refinancing homes, alongside online banking services. The bank operates multiple loan centers across Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio, aiming to deliver innovative and tailored financial products that meet the unique needs of its customers. As a subsidiary of North Point Bancshares Inc., Northpointe Bank is committed to placing customer interests at the forefront of its operations.

Pathfinder Bank

Private Equity Round in 2019
Pathfinder Bancorp, Inc. serves as the holding company for Pathfinder Bank, which offers a range of banking and financial services in Oswego and Onondaga Counties, New York. The bank accepts various types of deposits, including checking and savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit. Its diverse loan portfolio includes commercial real estate loans, residential and construction loans, home equity loans, and consumer loans such as auto and personal loans. Additionally, Pathfinder Bank provides property, casualty, and life insurance brokerage services. The institution primarily caters to individuals, families, small to mid-sized businesses, and municipalities. Founded in 1859, Pathfinder Bank is headquartered in Oswego, New York, and operates through multiple full-service offices in its service areas.

TFNB

Venture Round in 2019
TFNB is a community bank focused on providing a comprehensive array of financial products and services to individuals and businesses. It offers commercial banking services that include account openings, lending, mortgage services, trust services, corporate business banking, certificates of deposit, and cash management. This diverse range of offerings allows clients to manage their savings effectively and work towards their financial goals.

Aquesta Bank

Post in 2019
Aquesta Bank is a full-service financial institution headquartered in North Carolina. It provides a range of banking services, including personal and business banking, lending, and insurance. The bank caters to individual and corporate clients by offering various products such as personal and business loans, as well as credit cards. Through its comprehensive suite of services, Aquesta Bank aims to meet the diverse financial needs of its customers.

Lincoln Savings Bank

Private Equity Round in 2018
Lincoln Savings Bank, established in 1902 and headquartered in Iowa, provides a comprehensive range of banking services to individuals and businesses in Central and Northeast Iowa. The bank offers checking and savings accounts, personal and commercial real estate loans, mortgages, agricultural lending, and financing services for nonprofits. By catering to diverse financial needs, Lincoln Savings Bank aims to facilitate convenient banking solutions for its customers.

Tri-County Financial Group

Post in 2017
Tri-County Financial Group provides a combination of banking products and conveniences while also employing professionals who take the time to get to know each customer's banking needs on an individual basis. It provides account services, tools, and insurance services and products to cover every aspect of their lives through insurance.

First Bancshares of Texas

Venture Round in 2017
First Bancshares of Texas is a bank holding company, which through its subsidiaries offers banking services

Bank of Southern California

Post in 2016
Bank of Southern California, founded in 2001 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, provides a comprehensive range of banking services aimed at meeting the needs of businesses, professionals, and individuals in Southern California. The bank specializes in business banking and commercial lending, offering services such as deposit accounts, cash management tools, and various financing solutions. Its commitment to serving the vibrant communities of Southern California underscores its role as a key financial partner in the region.

Bridgewater Bank

Venture Round in 2015
Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Bridgewater Bank, a full-service commercial bank based in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. Founded in 2005, the bank provides a range of banking products and services tailored to commercial real estate investors, small business entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals across the United States. Its offerings include various deposit accounts such as demand, savings, and certificates of deposit, along with commercial loans designed for sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. These loans finance diverse needs, including accounts receivable, inventory, capital assets, construction, and land development. Additionally, the bank supports both owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied commercial real estate loans, as well as consumer loans. Bridgewater Bank operates seven full-service offices located in Bloomington, Greenwood, Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, Orono, and St. Paul, Minnesota, focusing on delivering prompt answers and fostering an optimistic culture for its clients.

Foundation Bancorp

Venture Round in 2015
Foundation Bancorp is a bank holding company owning or controlling one or more banks. It was founded in 2002 and is based in Bellevue, Washington.

Delmarva Bancshares

Private Equity Round in 2014
Delmarva Bancshares, Inc., based in Cambridge, Maryland, was acquired by BV Financial, Inc. in October 2020. The company, through its subsidiary 1880 Bank, provides a range of financial products and services to individuals and businesses primarily in Dorchester and Talbot Counties, as well as the broader Eastern Shore of Maryland and the Delmarva Peninsula. Its offerings include various deposit accounts such as savings, checking, and money market accounts, along with certificates of deposit and individual retirement accounts. Delmarva Bancshares also extends loans for automobiles, recreational vehicles, marine vessels, mobile homes, and unsecured personal needs, in addition to home equity lines of credit and residential mortgages. The bank offers commercial loans and cash management services, alongside online and mobile banking options. Delmarva Bancshares operates six branches, continuing a legacy that began in 1880.

Anchor Bancorp Wisconsin

Post in 2013
Anchor Bancorp Wisconsin, formerly known as AnchorBank, was a commercial bank based in Madison, Wisconsin, established in 1919. The bank focused on providing a wide range of financial services, including personal banking, loans, credit cards, retirement planning, business checking, commercial banking, cash and debt management, mortgage lending, real estate services, estate planning, insurance, and investments. AnchorBank aimed to simplify financial management for individuals, families, and business owners by offering tailored products and services to meet diverse customer needs. However, as of September 13, 2016, AnchorBank ceased operations following its acquisition by Old National Bank.

First NBC Bank

Private Equity Round in 2011
First NBC Bank Holding Company serves as the parent organization of First NBC Bank, which provides a variety of financial services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. The bank offers a diverse range of deposit products, including savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit. Its loan portfolio focuses primarily on commercial real estate and includes construction loans, commercial and consumer real estate loans, as well as consumer lending options. Additionally, First NBC Bank provides trust services, credit cards, and wire transfer capabilities. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, the bank operated numerous full-service branches in the New Orleans metropolitan area, Mississippi Gulf Coast, and the Florida panhandle until its bankruptcy filing in May 2017.

Intermountain Bank

Private Equity Round in 2011
Intermountain Bank is a financial service company that provides banking services.

Primis Financial

Private Equity Round in 2009
Primis Financial Corp serves as the bank holding company for Primis Bank, delivering a diverse array of financial services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. The bank specializes in providing both secured and unsecured loan options, with a significant focus on commercial real estate and various types of commercial loans. In addition to loan services, Primis Bank offers a comprehensive suite of deposit products, including personal and business checking accounts, savings accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit. This wide-ranging approach enables Primis Financial to cater to the financial needs of a broad customer base, supporting their banking and lending requirements effectively.

Guaranty Bank & Trust Company

Series A in 2009
Guaranty Bancorp, previously known as Centennial Bank Holdings, Inc., operated as a bank holding company for Guaranty Bank and Trust Company until its acquisition by Independent Bank Group, Inc. in 2019. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Guaranty Bancorp provided a range of banking and financial services primarily to consumers and small to medium-sized businesses. The company offered various deposit products, including demand accounts, savings accounts, and certificates of deposit. Its lending portfolio included commercial loans, real estate loans, construction financing, and consumer loans. Additionally, Guaranty Bancorp provided wealth management services, such as private banking and investment management. With a strong community focus, the bank operated numerous branches along Colorado's Front Range, particularly in the Denver metropolitan area, serving the financial needs of individuals and businesses for over 50 years.

BravoSolution

Venture Round in 2005
BravoSolution SpA specializes in supply management technology software and services aimed at enhancing procurement and sourcing processes. The company provides a range of solutions, including Spend Analysis to optimize savings and compliance, eSourcing for collaborative sourcing efforts, and supplier performance management tools. Its Contract Management service streamlines contract processes to ensure users realize savings from their negotiations. Notable products include BravoAlign, a cloud-based procurement alignment solution, and BravoAdvantage, a comprehensive platform that supports procurement initiatives from demand to contract. Additionally, BravoAdvantage Analytics offers data visualization tools, enabling procurement professionals to create intuitive reports and dashboards. BravoSolution also delivers collaboration services and government solutions related to spend visibility and electronic sourcing. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Milan, Italy, BravoSolution operates offices in multiple countries, including the United States, Brazil, and several European nations. As of late 2017, it functions as a subsidiary of JAGGAER, Inc.

Path 1 Network Technologies

Venture Round in 2005
Path 1 Network Technologies, Inc. engages in the design, development, and supply of products that enable the adaptation, transportation, and delivery of real-time video over private and public Internet Protocol (IP) networks, such as networks that comprise the Internet. The company offers two primary product lines, Video Over IP Gateway and Network Access Gateway. Its Video Over IP Gateway products are used by broadcasters and video service providers to transport live video content in real time between different locations, within a region, a country, and between countries. Its Network Access Gateway products are primarily used by cable companies to supply video-on-demand services. The company's customers include cable, broadcast, satellite, telco, video carriers, mobile operators, and enterprises. Path 1 Network Technologies was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.

Aradigm

Convertible Note in 2001
Aradigm Corporation was a specialty pharmaceutical company that focused on developing and commercializing inhalation-based treatments for severe respiratory diseases. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Hayward, California, the company aimed to address conditions such as cystic fibrosis and bronchiectasis through proprietary formulations of the antibiotic ciprofloxacin, specifically Linhaliq and Lipoquin. Aradigm's product pipeline included inhaled therapies designed to manage infections and prevent inhalation bioterrorism diseases, such as Q fever and anthrax. The company also explored potential treatments for smoking cessation. Despite its innovative approach and collaborations with partners like Grifols, Aradigm filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on June 29, 2020, ultimately ceasing operations.

ON Technology

Venture Round in 2000
ON Technology is a software company. It develops e-mail, anti-virus technology, internet usage monitoring, IP firewall, and desktop systems management software. The original plan of the business was to build an object-oriented PC desktop environment providing a variety of applications. ON Technology was founded by Mitch Kapor in 1987. The company was acquired by Symantec on October 27, 2003.

Webb Interactive Services

Venture Round in 2000
Webb Interactive Services is a web-based software development company. It develops instant messaging and presence software in the United States. The company’s products are based on the standardized extensible message and presence protocol. It serves enterprises, government agencies, telecommunications companies, Internet service providers, and independent distributors of software that require real-time communication and collaboration solutions. Webb Interactive Services was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

PacWest Bancorp

Private Equity Round in 1995
PacWest Bancorp is a bank holding company that operates Pacific Western Bank, its wholly-owned banking subsidiary. With a significant presence in California, the bank offers a range of commercial banking services, including real estate, construction, and commercial loans, primarily targeting small and medium-sized businesses. It operates numerous full-service branches throughout various counties in California. Additionally, Pacific Western Bank provides deposit and treasury management services, as well as venture banking products tailored for entrepreneurial and venture-backed businesses. The bank's revenue is largely derived from net interest income, reflecting its focus on serving the financial needs of growing companies. Through its subsidiaries and divisions, it also offers working capital financing and equipment leasing across the United States, emphasizing regions such as Arizona, California, Utah, and Texas.
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