CIVC Partners

CIVC Partners, established in 1970 and headquartered in Chicago, is a private equity firm specializing in mid-market investments. It focuses on growth capital, management buyouts, and recapitalizations within the business services and financial services sectors. The firm typically invests between $15 million and $85 million per transaction, targeting companies with EBITDA of $5 million to $25 million. CIVC seeks majority stakes in growing companies and aims to take a board seat in its portfolio companies. It has a 50-year track record, having invested $1.7 billion across 66 platform transactions and over 100 add-on acquisitions since 1989.

Kevin Baer

Associate

Brian Boeskool

Associate

Alex Cline

Associate

JOHN COMPALL

Partner

Peter Fox

Vice President

Chris Geneser

Partner and CFO

Brian James

Principal

Michael Jamieson

Senior Associate

William Kohr

Associate

Stephen LaFrance

Vice President

Alex Lieberman

Principal

Marc McManus

Partner

Drew Neils

Vice President

Christopher Perry

Partner

Doug Potters

Partner

Andrew Roche

Principal

Uday Sandhu

Associate

Scott Schwartz

Partner

Patrick Staub

Associate

Kevin Tyranski

Associate

Sloan Wilson

Partner

J.D. Wright

Partner

44 past transactions

Cary Street Partners

Private Equity Round in 2025
Cary Street Partners, established in 2002, is a Richmond, Virginia-based holding company offering investment banking and wealth management services. It provides a range of services, including merger and acquisition advisory, private placements of debt and equity capital, strategic and financial advice, and comprehensive wealth management solutions. With additional offices across the U.S., the company serves a diverse client base, focusing on emerging growth and middle-market public and private companies across various industries.

Strategus

Acquisition in 2025
Strategus, founded in Denver, is an innovative advertising agency specializing in over-the-top (OTT) and connected TV (CTV) advertising. The company has pioneered the first programmatic campaigns in this sector, utilizing its platform to create real-time automated advertising that delivers tailored messages to CTVs and other internet-connected devices. In addition to OTT and CTV advertising, Strategus offers a comprehensive suite of services, including cross-device advertising, display ads, social media marketing, email advertising, and paid search marketing. This diverse approach enables clients to effectively engage with their target audiences across various online channels.

Highstreet IT Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2024
Highstreet IT Solutions is a cloud-focused IT services provider led by an experienced team committed to building a positive work culture. They offer a blend of onshore and offshore solutions, tailored to address hybrid IT challenges and optimize mission-critical enterprise applications. Their full-service model encompasses strategy consulting, implementation, management, and support services, enabling clients to enhance competitiveness while reducing costs. The company is known for its entrepreneurial spirit, flexibility, and absence of bureaucracy, making it a pleasure to work with.

DatAvail

Acquisition in 2024
Datavail Corporation, established in 2001 and headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, specializes in remote database management services. The company offers a range of solutions including design and architecture, administration, outsourcing, staff augmentation, monitoring, troubleshooting, backup, recovery, and incident management. Datavail aims to minimize downtime for businesses by providing comprehensive data and applications management services, enabling clients to focus on their core operations.

Industrial Networking Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2023
Industrial Networking Solutions (INS) specializes in providing wired and wireless machine networking products along with technical support and operational services. The company focuses on designing and deploying critical operational technology and industrial internet of things networks. By offering ongoing support, INS aims to enhance operational efficiency and protect client investments. Their solutions are designed to significantly reduce the total cost of system ownership for clients, ensuring that businesses can rely on robust and efficient networking capabilities in their operations.

Signers National

Private Equity Round in 2022
Signers National is a technology-enabled insurance brokerage and managing general agent focused on commercial insurance for the not-for-profit and human services sectors.

Continuum Companies

Private Equity Round in 2022
Continuum Companies is an integrated platform that specializes in residential real estate services. The company focuses on consolidating the homeowners association (HOA) property management and residential services markets. It provides a range of offerings, including property management and related services for residential properties and HOAs. By streamlining these services, Continuum Companies aims to enhance operational efficiency and improve the overall experience for property owners and residents alike.

OTR Transportation

Private Equity Round in 2022
OTR Transportation is a technology-enabled freight brokerage based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in logistics solutions. The company leverages a seasoned team of brokers and proprietary software to effectively meet customer requirements by connecting them with a vast network of qualified carriers. OTR Transportation offers a comprehensive range of services, including refrigerated, dry van, power-only, and drop trailer options. By providing speed, certainty, and visibility across borders, the company enables clients to efficiently manage their supply chains and fulfill their logistics needs.

InnovateMR

Private Equity Round in 2022
InnovateMR is a research technology company focused on delivering efficient and effective market research solutions. It specializes in connecting organizations with targeted business and consumer audiences through online and mobile surveys. InnovateMR provides a comprehensive suite of tools that encompass all stages of the research process, including survey design, sample procurement, field management, fraud mitigation, and reporting. By leveraging proprietary software and expertise in respondent sourcing and screening, the company enhances the quality of research for market research agencies, consulting firms, and corporations. InnovateMR's commitment to independence allows it to deliver timely insights, enabling clients to develop informed, data-driven strategies.

InnovateMR

Acquisition in 2022
InnovateMR is a research technology company focused on delivering efficient and effective market research solutions. It specializes in connecting organizations with targeted business and consumer audiences through online and mobile surveys. InnovateMR provides a comprehensive suite of tools that encompass all stages of the research process, including survey design, sample procurement, field management, fraud mitigation, and reporting. By leveraging proprietary software and expertise in respondent sourcing and screening, the company enhances the quality of research for market research agencies, consulting firms, and corporations. InnovateMR's commitment to independence allows it to deliver timely insights, enabling clients to develop informed, data-driven strategies.

829 Studios

Venture Round in 2021
829 Studios is a digital marketing firm that specializes in delivering measurable results through a thoughtful approach to strategy, design, and development. The company offers a wide range of services, including brand identity consulting, website design, content production, search engine optimization, social media marketing, email marketing automation, e-commerce solutions, and public relations. By focusing on user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, 829 Studios creates digital products that enhance client engagement and deliver meaningful experiences. Their comprehensive suite of services is tailored to meet the diverse needs of organizations, helping them to achieve their marketing goals effectively.

YOUNG & Associates

Private Equity Round in 2021
YOUNG & Associates is a property damage consultancy organization that specializes in providing comprehensive damage assessments and construction project management services. The firm caters primarily to insurance carriers and claims services firms, offering a range of expertise that includes building damage assessment, surety and construction management, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing evaluations. Additionally, YOUNG employs visual assessment technologies and forensic engineering and architecture to enhance its service offerings. The company also provides environmental services, enabling clients to effectively define and manage the costs associated with damaged structures.

KeyData Associates

Private Equity Round in 2021
KeyData Associates, founded in March 2005, is a prominent provider of cybersecurity and advisory services, specializing in identity and access management, privileged account management, information security management, and operational risk management. The firm serves a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 500 and 2,000 companies across various sectors such as financial services, energy, healthcare, government, and telecommunications. Renowned for its risk-based approach and industry-leading methodologies, KeyData Associates offers comprehensive system integration services to help organizations achieve their business objectives. By combining expert resources with a commitment to quality, the company delivers valuable services at competitive prices, establishing itself as a trusted advisor in the cybersecurity field.

iVision

Private Equity Round in 2020
iVision, Inc. is a technology integration and management firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2004. The company specializes in providing consulting and managed services focused on IT strategy, infrastructure, and software development. It addresses complex challenges in areas such as security, public cloud, digital workspace, and enterprise infrastructure. iVision's service offerings include IT asset maintenance, infrastructure management, application support, and cloud services like backup and disaster recovery. The firm has expanded its capabilities through strategic partnerships and acquisitions, enhancing its expertise in public cloud and cybersecurity. Recognized for its workplace culture, iVision has earned the Great Place to Work Certification™ and has been listed among the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

Computer Aided Technology

Private Equity Round in 2019
Computer Aided Technology (CATI) specializes in providing comprehensive 3D design and engineering services tailored for enterprises involved in product development, manufacturing, and research. The company focuses on curating and delivering high-quality product development solutions that feature proven technology with robust functionality. CATI's offerings include design and analysis tools, software implementation, model generation, product data management, as well as 3D printing and scanning services. By supporting clients in the creation of initial designs and prototypes, CATI plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the product development process.

Specialized Elevator

Venture Round in 2019
Specialized Elevator is a provider of comprehensive elevator services, including maintenance, repair, modernization, and remodeling. The company focuses on delivering responsive, local, and independent elevator solutions to its clients. Specialized Elevator emphasizes the importance of preventive maintenance and system checkups, which are designed to extend the lifespan of equipment and reduce downtime. In addition to standard services, the company offers inspection and compliance testing, ensuring that all systems meet regulatory standards. Furthermore, Specialized Elevator is committed to sustainability by providing green energy products and services, reinforcing its dedication to environmentally responsible practices while maintaining rapid and reliable responses to unexpected service events.

StoneRidge Insurance Brokers

Venture Round in 2019
StoneRidge Insurance Brokers is an insurance company that specializes in providing personal, commercial, and life insurance services. The firm focuses on both commercial and specialty personal insurance lines, offering clients a range of options to help mitigate financial risks. In addition to traditional insurance offerings, StoneRidge also provides health and wealth insurance solutions. By connecting customers with various insurance carriers in Canada, the company aims to deliver comprehensive coverage and support, including claims services, to meet the diverse needs of its clients.

Magna Legal Services

Private Equity Round in 2018
Magna Legal Services, LLC is a Philadelphia-based firm that specializes in providing comprehensive legal support services to law firms, corporations, and governmental agencies. Established in 2007, the company offers a wide range of services, including court reporting, jury evaluation and consulting, translation, video production, graphic design, and record retrieval. By delivering these services, Magna Legal Services assists clients at every stage of their legal proceedings, ensuring they receive the necessary support to navigate complex legal challenges effectively.

LendCare Capital

Venture Round in 2017
LendCare Capital Inc. is a Canadian company based in Pickering that specializes in point-of-sale consumer financing. Established in 2004, LendCare has developed a robust platform that supports over 3,000 businesses across various sectors, including powersports, automotive, retail, home improvement, and healthcare. The company offers a full spectrum of financing options, enabling merchants to enhance their revenue by providing accessible credit solutions directly at the point of sale. With a focus on delivering fast and reliable financing, LendCare has processed more than $6 billion in loan applications, helping customers bridge the gap between their credit scores and their purchasing needs. The company’s dedicated team of finance professionals and strong partnerships with merchants and brokers position it as a key player in the consumer financing market.

Sitewise

Acquisition in 2016
Sitewise is a Denver-based utility service provider that specializes in the construction and engineering of utility infrastructure for the oil and gas industry. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including new construction, reconstruction, and maintenance of dry utility systems, as well as damage prevention services. By delivering innovative solutions and a combination of services not typically provided by other companies in the sector, Sitewise aims to meet the unique needs of its clients and enhance operational efficiency in utility management.

Right/Pointe

Venture Round in 2016
Right/Pointe LLC is a manufacturer based in DeKalb, Illinois, specializing in concrete and asphalt maintenance products for construction professionals. Founded in 1996, the company offers a range of products including hot applied sealants, highway cures, commercial liquids, expansion joints, and waterproofing solutions. With over 80 years of combined experience among its team, Right/Pointe is dedicated to providing quality construction solutions and expertise to ensure the success of its clients' projects in the roadway maintenance, repair, and construction industry.

EN Engineering

Private Equity Round in 2015
EN Engineering is an engineering solutions company. They provide engineering, consulting, and automation services to pipeline companies, gas and electric utilities, and industrial customers. Their business sectors include gas utilities, gas transmission and midstream, industrial and manufacturing, power delivery and generation, and communications and broadband.

Yellowstone Landscape

Acquisition in 2015
Yellowstone Landscape, Inc. is a provider of commercial landscaping services, offering a comprehensive range of solutions that include landscape design, installation, maintenance, irrigation installation and maintenance, and tree care. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Bunnell, Florida, the company serves various clients, including homeowner associations, apartment complexes, corporate campuses, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, retail centers, and local governments. With additional locations across several states, including New Mexico, Georgia, Texas, North Carolina, and Arizona, Yellowstone Landscape has emerged as one of the largest full-service landscape firms in the country. The company is dedicated to delivering service excellence through local teams while implementing best practices to enhance the growth and stability of its operations.

KPA

Acquisition in 2014
KPA is a provider of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and Workforce Compliance software and services, catering primarily to mid-sized businesses across various industries, including automotive, manufacturing, and logistics. The company offers a comprehensive solution through its Vera Suite software platform, combining it with interactive training materials and onsite compliance audit services. KPA's offerings are designed to help clients identify, address, and prevent workplace safety and compliance issues. With over 30 years of experience, KPA has assisted more than 10,000 clients in achieving regulatory compliance, minimizing risks, and fostering a sustainable safety culture while also enhancing workforce management and protecting organizational assets.

Track Utilities

Acquisition in 2014
Track Utilities LLC is a prominent provider of energy and telecommunication solutions in the Northwest, specializing in the construction, maintenance, and engineering of utility infrastructure. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including the installation of distribution and transmission powerlines, substations, and various telecommunication systems such as fiber optics. Their capabilities extend to cable plowing, directional boring, and joint utility trenching, catering to both large-scale turnkey projects and smaller maintenance tasks. Committed to delivering projects on time and within budget, Track Utilities prioritizes the safety and health of its employees and customers, integrating safety practices into every aspect of its operations. The company's focus on quality and continuous improvement underscores its dedication to addressing customer challenges effectively.

Shellpoint Partners

Venture Round in 2013
Shellpoint Partners LLC is a residential mortgage origination and investment company based in New York, with additional offices in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas. Founded in 2010, the company provides a variety of mortgage lending solutions across the United States through its subsidiaries. These solutions include conventional, government, and portfolio loan programs, as well as agency, government-backed, and prime-quality non-agency residential mortgage loans. Shellpoint Partners also offers specialized loan programs for borrowers who do not meet standard underwriting criteria, real estate investors, and foreign nationals. Additionally, the company provides title insurance and settlement services, property appraisal services, and a range of support services for mortgage originators and buyers of defaulted loans.

Equipment Transport

Private Equity Round in 2012
Equipment Transport, LLC is a diversified logistics company based in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, specializing in fluid transportation, waste management, heavy and oversized equipment transportation, and equipment rental services. Established in 2007, the company serves a broad range of customers across the Middle Atlantic states, including Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, Ohio, New Jersey, and Delaware. Its fluid transportation services encompass the movement of fresh water to drilling sites, as well as spill clean-up and logistical support for safe routing. In addition, Equipment Transport manages the transportation and disposal of various waste types, including municipal solid waste, construction debris, and contaminated soils, while offering post-drilling clean-up services. The company's equipment rental division provides a variety of machinery, such as storage containers, excavators, and backhoes, to support the needs of energy producers involved in shale drilling and hydraulic fracturing programs.

Honor Finance

Venture Round in 2011
Honor Finance is a financial services company specializing in automobile financing. It focuses on originating, funding, and servicing below-prime automobile contracts, catering to individuals who may not qualify for traditional loans. The company employs a thorough research and interview process to evaluate potential clients, allowing it to assist those who are often overlooked by conventional lenders. By prioritizing superior customer service, Honor Finance aims to support both dealers and customers in the automotive financing process.

Huiji Food

Series A in 2010
Sichuan Huiji Food Co., Ltd., founded in 2001 and based in Chengdu, China, specializes in the production and sale of a diverse array of snack foods. The company's product lineup includes soybean snacks, jelly tofu, dried tofu snacks, rice crackers, flavored nuts, and noodles with sauce, marketed under various brand names. In addition to catering to the domestic market, Huiji Food also exports its offerings to several international regions, including North America, South America, Southeast Asia, Oceania, the Middle East, Eastern Asia, and Western Europe.

PowerTeam Services

Venture Round in 2010
PowerTeam Services, LLC is a super-regional specialty utility service company headquartered in Cary, North Carolina. With approximately 4,300 employees, it operates in 30 states, maintaining offices in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin. The company specializes in providing outsourced services for natural gas and electric transmission and distribution infrastructure. Recognized as an industry leader, PowerTeam Services has established a strong reputation for quality execution and safety. Its diverse range of services caters to a variety of utility customers, including those who are prominent in their respective sectors.

Jinko Solar

Series B in 2008
JinkoSolar is an energy company that focuses on producing solar energy microcrystalline silicon. They produce monocrystalline furnaces, polycrystalline silicon ingo casting furances, and wire cutting and chipping equipment. The Company distributes its solar products and sells its solutions and services to a diversified international utility, commercial, and residential customers. JinkoSolar has over 15,000 employees and over 200 dedicated R&D professionals spread across its 18 overseas subsidiaries, 16 global sales offices, and 6 productions facilities in: Jiangxi, Zhejiang, and Xinjiang Provinces in China, Portugal, South Africa, and Malaysia.

Wintrust Financial

Convertible Note in 2008
Wintrust Financial Corporation is a financial services holding company headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, with assets exceeding $18 billion. The company operates primarily in the Chicago metropolitan area, southern Wisconsin, and northwest Indiana through its network of community-oriented banking subsidiaries. Wintrust offers a range of services, including personal and commercial banking, mortgage origination, and wealth management. Its Community Banking segment provides deposit accounts, various types of loans, and cash management services to individuals and businesses. The Specialty Finance segment focuses on commercial insurance premium financing and short-term accounts receivable financing, while also offering administrative services such as payroll processing and treasury management. Established in 1991, Wintrust is committed to delivering comprehensive financial solutions tailored to meet the needs of its diverse clientele.

Keen High Technologies

Venture Round in 2008
Keen High Technologies, Ltd. is a manufacturer and seller of consumer electronic products, headquartered in Shenzhen, China. Founded in 1992, the company specializes in a diverse range of products, including tablets, baby monitors, TV boxes, digital picture frames, and audio and video players. Keen High Technologies primarily serves the Chinese market but also extends its offerings to other countries.

Pacific Crest Securities

Venture Round in 2008
Pacific Crest Securities is the leading investment bank focused exclusively on technology. They provide research, institutional sales and trading, and investment banking services to technology investors and companies worldwide.

Medical Knowledge Group

Venture Round in 2008
Medical Knowledge Group LLC is a New York-based company specializing in medical communications, healthcare consulting, and data analysis services tailored for the biopharmaceutical and biotech industries. Established in 2004, the firm designs educational initiatives across various therapeutic areas, including cardiology, oncology, and women's health. It also focuses on market conditioning for new pharmaceutical brand launches and indications while enhancing formulary access and utilization for clients. The company leverages advanced analytics and technology to deliver multi-channel marketing solutions, enabling clients to effectively translate scientific data into impactful market strategies. Medical Knowledge Group serves a diverse clientele, including both niche biotech firms and major industry players, by providing comprehensive support throughout the entire product lifecycle.

IAS

Venture Round in 2007
IAS has been leading the aftermarket industry in developing superior aftermarket programs and F&I software solutions since 1984. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, IAS offers the highest quality F&I products in the industry and backs them up with the finest quality administration and claims that exceed industry standards. In addition to exceptional product development and unparalleled customer service, IAS also offers world-class technology solutions that create a sensible and profitable turn-key approach to F&I.

3Nod

Series A in 2007
Three Nod Group is a Chinese company that designs, manufactures, and supplies electronic equipment, specializing in audio speaker systems, electronic devices, and computer peripherals. Committed to enhancing the quality of life through scientific and technological innovations, the company advocates for "Intelligent Life" and has developed a deep understanding of user experiences. Through its focus on improving everyday interactions with technology, Three Nod Group aims to create products that resonate with users' needs and preferences.

Icon

Venture Round in 2007
Icon is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive brand implementa­tion companies. From the signs that announce your presence to the quality and conditions of every corner of your properties, Icon manufactures, maintains and constructs your branding program. We are a single resource for all aspects of brand implementation programs, and while Icon does not create or design branding pro­grams, our clients rely on us to steward all aspects of implementing and managing their brand identities in the places and spaces where they do business.

Thermo Fluids

Acquisition in 2006
Thermo Fluids, Inc. is an environmental services company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, specializing in oil recycling and waste management. It operates as the largest producer of commercial fuel oil from recovered used motor oil in the Western United States. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including the Green Shield Services program, which encompasses used oil, used oil filter, and used antifreeze recycling, as well as parts washer services and wastewater management. Thermo Fluids collects and purchases used motor oil from various industries, including quick-lube centers, auto dealerships, mining operations, and industrial firms. Additionally, it provides collection and recycling services for oily wastewater, spent antifreeze, and industrial waste, along with specialized services such as tank cleanouts, inspections, and hazardous waste shipments. Established in 1993, Thermo Fluids is committed to sustainable waste management practices and operates multiple service and processing facilities throughout the Western United States.

Precision Camera

Acquisition in 2006
Precision Camera is the World's Largest Camera Repair Facility, providing customers with optical and imaging service excellence for 61 years. They have earned a worldwide reputation but still manage to provide the friendly and personal camera repair service that you might expect to find only at the local neighborhood camera shop.Precision Camera is the one-stop-shop for every camera owner and for all of your camera repair needs. They make the process fast and easy and at a price you can afford. Whether you are a professional photographer or the casual photographer for your friends and family, They understand you don't want to miss a day of work or a moment of memories due to a broken digital camera or video camcorder.

GWC Warranty

Venture Round in 2006
GWC Warranty Corporation, established in 1995 and headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, specializes in providing used vehicle service contracts and associated finance and insurance products to automotive dealers across the United States. Their offerings include protection plans for new and used vehicles, coverage for components and other parts, along with claims processing, product upgrade, and contract transfer services. GWC Warranty has a strategic partnership with DealerCenter to facilitate these services.

PrimeCo Personal Communications

Venture Round in 2001
PrimeCo Personal Communications was a joint venture of Bell Atlantic, Nynex, US West and AirTouch Communications

LA Fitness

Venture Round in 2001
LA Fitness, established in Southern California in 1984, operates a chain of fitness clubs with a focus on enhancing the physical and emotional well-being of its diverse membership base. The company provides a wide range of amenities, including circuit training equipment, free weights, cardiovascular machines, and various fitness programs such as aerobics. Additionally, LA Fitness clubs feature swimming pools, whirlpools, saunas, steam rooms, and courts for racquetball and basketball. The company continually seeks innovative approaches to improve member experience, including the use of a dedicated app.

The Brickman Group

Venture Round in 1998
The Brickman Group, Ltd. provides commercial landscaping services to customers in commercial real estate, private residential, municipal, retail, and sports facilities markets primarily in the United States.. It also has branches in the United States. The Brickman Group, Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of Brickman Group Holdings, Inc.The company was founded in 1939 .
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