Chicago Growth Partners, LLC, established in 2004, is a Chicago-based private equity firm focusing on mid-market investments. The company specializes in providing expansion and buyout capital to growth-oriented businesses, typically investing between $5 million and $75 million. It targets companies with revenues ranging from $10 million to $200 million and EBITDA between $3 million and $30 million, seeking a minimum growth rate of 15% and profit margins exceeding 20%. Chicago Growth Partners invests across various sectors, including business and consumer services, healthcare, technology, and industrial growth sectors, with a particular interest in niche, disruptive technologies. The firm takes a flexible approach to investment structures, considering both control and non-control positions, and aims to hold investments for three to seven years.
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
EndoGastric Solutions
Venture Round in 2015
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
2Checkout
Series A in 2014
2Checkout is a comprehensive monetization platform designed to support businesses of all sizes in navigating the complexities of global commerce. The platform simplifies various aspects of online sales, including global payments, subscription billing, merchandising, and compliance with tax regulations. By providing tools that facilitate customer acquisition across multiple channels and enhance revenue retention, 2Checkout enables businesses to optimize their sales conversion rates. This allows clients to focus on product innovation and improving customer experiences while effectively managing their online sales operations.
Medical Scribe Systems
Debt Financing in 2014
ScribeAmerica was established in 2003, while the concept of medical scribe utilization in the industry has been anecdotally reported since the 1970's, ScribeAmerica transformed this cottage operation into a national industry. In 2006, we were the first company to demonstrate that the synergy of the Scribe/MD/EMR model could overcome productivity losses experienced by unassisted physicians using EMR. In 2008, we were the first scribe company providing services on both coasts and the only scribe company present at ACEP, AAOS, and SHM. We credit our success to our generous profit-sharing business model whereby the actual Project Leaders who manage our client's programs are rewarded. By enfranchising our employee base, we ensure limited attrition among management and attract the best talent in the industry to run your program.
EndoGastric Solutions
Series G in 2014
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
EndoGastric Solutions
Venture Round in 2012
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
EndoGastric Solutions
Venture Round in 2012
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
EndoGastric Solutions
Series F in 2010
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
Zogenix
Venture Round in 2010
Zogenix, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with rare diseases, particularly within the central nervous system. The company is headquartered in Emeryville, California, and was established in 2006. Its lead product candidate, Fintepla, is a low-dose fenfluramine currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials for the treatment of seizures related to Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Additionally, it is being investigated in Phase II trials for other rare epileptic conditions. Zogenix is also developing MT1621, a therapy aimed at treating inherited mitochondrial DNA depletion disorders. Furthermore, the company collaborates with Tevard Biosciences to explore gene therapies for Dravet syndrome and similar genetic epilepsies. By focusing on therapies that address significant unmet medical needs, Zogenix aims to enhance the quality of life for patients and their families.
EndoGastric Solutions
Series E in 2010
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
Zogenix
Series B in 2009
Zogenix, Inc. is a pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing innovative therapies for patients with rare diseases, particularly within the central nervous system. The company is headquartered in Emeryville, California, and was established in 2006. Its lead product candidate, Fintepla, is a low-dose fenfluramine currently undergoing Phase III clinical trials for the treatment of seizures related to Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Additionally, it is being investigated in Phase II trials for other rare epileptic conditions. Zogenix is also developing MT1621, a therapy aimed at treating inherited mitochondrial DNA depletion disorders. Furthermore, the company collaborates with Tevard Biosciences to explore gene therapies for Dravet syndrome and similar genetic epilepsies. By focusing on therapies that address significant unmet medical needs, Zogenix aims to enhance the quality of life for patients and their families.
EndoGastric Solutions
Venture Round in 2009
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
EndoGastric Solutions
Venture Round in 2009
EndoGastric Solutions, Inc. is a medical device company specializing in innovative surgical technologies aimed at treating gastrointestinal diseases, particularly gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, with an additional office in San Mateo, California, the company develops and manufactures natural orifice surgical products. Its flagship technology, EsophyX, facilitates transoral reconstructive surgery, while the EsophyX Z device is specifically designed for the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure. Additionally, EndoGastric Solutions offers SerosaFuse Fasteners, a non-resorbable polypropylene product that provides strength comparable to traditional sutures. The company also supports surgeons through training courses and a range of consultative services, including pre-authorization and medical review.
Xoft
Series E in 2008
Xoft, Inc. specializes in developing electronic brachytherapy (eBx) systems for radiation oncology applications. The company offers a range of products, including the Axxent Controller, which employs a miniaturized high dose rate X-ray source to deliver radiation directly to cancerous tumor beds. Other products include the Axxent balloon applicator for accelerated partial breast irradiation, the Axxent vaginal applicator for vaginal brachytherapy, and the Axxent surface applicator for treating surface lesions. Additionally, Xoft provides various accessories such as physics accessory kits, personnel protective shields, and patient care kits, along with FlexiShield, designed to minimize radiation exposure to healthy tissues and organs. The company's products are primarily utilized in the treatment of early stage breast cancer, skin cancer, and endometrial cancer. Xoft distributes its offerings through physicians and distributors across Europe. Founded in 1998 and based in Sunnyvale, California, the company was previously known as Xoft microTube, Inc. before rebranding in 2004.
TargeGen
Series D in 2007
TargeGen, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in San Diego, California, that specializes in the discovery and development of small molecule kinase inhibitors targeting vascular leakage, angiogenesis, and inflammation. Founded in 2002, TargeGen focuses on creating treatments for various serious medical conditions, including heart attacks, cancer, and eye diseases. The company's products address issues such as vascular leakage, edema, the abnormal growth of new blood vessels, and conditions like pleural effusions, arthritis, pulmonary edema, transplant ischemia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, brain inflammation, and hypovolemia. TargeGen also serves specific markets related to macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and diabetic retinopathy. The company was acquired in 2010, which has further enhanced its capabilities in addressing critical health challenges.
Compete
Series B in 2003
Compete, Inc. specializes in digital intelligence services aimed at enhancing marketing strategies for brands by analyzing consumer online behavior. The company provides valuable insights into consumer behavior, enabling businesses to research competitors, benchmark performance, and identify effective keywords and referral sources. Compete offers tools to track online market shares among competitors and product categories, analyze traffic sources, and improve website engagement and conversion metrics. Additionally, it helps identify cross-selling and up-selling opportunities, measure referral partnerships, and reduce customer care costs, all while fostering customer loyalty through actionable intelligence. The company also focuses on mobile behavioral intelligence to understand the impact of mobile devices on consumer shopping experiences, further enriching its data-driven insights for brands.
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