CoBe Capital

CoBe Capital is a global private investment firm founded in 1994 and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Paris and Cologne. The firm focuses on acquiring and operating non-core and underperforming business units from major corporations in the Americas and Europe. CoBe Capital's investment strategy is industry-agnostic, allowing it to engage with a diverse range of sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, and services. The firm targets corporate divestitures with revenues of $500 million or less, often due to excess costs, capacity issues, or strategic shifts by the parent companies. CoBe Capital has a proven track record of successful turnarounds and currently manages a diversified portfolio of companies, including Bourrelier Éducation in France and Bus Part Warehouse in the United States. Through its strategic acquisitions, CoBe Capital aims to add value and enhance the performance of the businesses it operates.

Patrik Arnold

Vice President

Darren McKenzie Chaffee

Managing Director, Global M&A

Neal Cohen

Founder and Managing Director

Marc Jegou

Director, Operations

Matthew Land

Associate

Liam Nelson

Associate

Samuel Zurkinden

Managing Director

13 past transactions

Logocos

Acquisition in 2023
The LOGOCOS Naturkosmetik AG makes natural care since 1978 a pleasure for the whole family. The nature-loving company is based at the "herb meadow" in Salzhemmendorf near Hanover. The constant development of all products is always in the foreground according to ecological principles. Fair working conditions are part of the self-image of the company LOGOCOS Naturkosmetik AG and thus also of the brands SANTE, LOGONA, Heliotrope, FITNE and their classics. All products are made without chemically synthetic colors and fragrances.

Völker

Acquisition in 2017
Völker GmbH, established in 1912 and located in Witten, Germany, specializes in the development, production, and marketing of beds and healthcare furnishings for institutional care, hospitals, and home care environments. The company provides a wide range of medical products, including electrically operated healthcare beds, bedside cabinets, mattresses, lamps, and various accessories tailored for nursing homes and hospitals. Völker GmbH distributes its products through a network of distributors across the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East, the Americas, the Asia/Pacific region, and Africa, ensuring that clients receive customized solutions to meet their specific needs in healthcare settings.

Sandvik

Venture Round in 2016
Sandvik is a high-technology engineering group that specializes in advanced products and holds leading positions in selected sectors. The company operates globally, with a presence in over 130 countries. As of 2012, Sandvik employed approximately 49,000 people and reported annual sales of about 99,000 MSEK. The organization focuses on innovation and technology-driven solutions to meet the needs of various industries.

Techco Security

Acquisition in 2015
Techco Security is a prominent provider of electronic security systems and fire consultancy services in the Spanish market. With a history spanning several decades, the company has established itself as a leader in banking security while also delivering trusted security solutions across various sectors, including industrial, retail, gas, and small businesses. Techco Security specializes in a comprehensive range of services, including access control, electronic surveillance, fire protection, GPS tracking, intrusion detection, and video surveillance systems. With over 35 locations and a workforce of nearly 700 employees, the company is well-positioned to meet the diverse security needs of its clients.

Hatria

Acquisition in 2014
Hatria is a manufacturer and seller of ceramic sanitary ware based in Teramo, Italy, specializing in contemporary bathroom fixtures. The company's product range includes various types of washbasins, floor-mounted and wall-mounted toilets, bidets, and shower trays, as well as bathroom furniture, shelves, accessories, and towel holders. Hatria employs innovative technologies in its state-of-the-art production facility, allowing for the continuous development and enhancement of its offerings. The firm collaborates with renowned designers to ensure that its products reflect aesthetic research, high technology, functional design, reliability, and tradition, which are central to its operational strategy.

Staples - Printing Systems Division

Acquisition in 2013
Staples - Printing Systems Division is a provider of printing solutions to commercial and industrial printers in Europe.

Arosa Mobilia

Venture Round in 2013
Arosa Mobilia is a manufacturing company that offers cabinetry furniture based on modern, classic and rustic designs.

Printing Systems Group

Venture Round in 2013
Printing Systems Group, headquartered in Almere, the Netherlands, is a prominent provider of printing solutions for commercial and industrial printers across Europe. With a history that extends over 150 years, the company has established a strong presence in Western European markets, including Benelux, Spain, Italy, and Greece. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including graphic arts distribution, equipment sales, maintenance, and workflow applications. Additionally, Printing Systems Group specializes in 3D printing, digital services, inkjet printing, and technology solutions. As an official business partner of Heidelberg since 1927, the company has maintained a reputation for quality and reliability in the printing industry.

Warendorfer Küchen

Acquisition in 2012
Warendorfer Küchen designs and manufactures living room style kitchens for modern living. It offers a range of custom designed kitchens in various modules, materials, and colors configured with lighting, cooking, and washing up concepts. The company’s kitchens are installed in building developments, hotels, or apartment complexes.

Bourrelier Éducation

Acquisition in 2011
Bourrelier Éducation specializes in the design and creation of educational materials tailored for children in kindergartens and elementary schools. The company offers a diverse range of over 10,000 products, which include instructional materials, books, games, and various learning tools. These products are distributed across the country through a direct sales network, as well as via mail-order and e-commerce platforms. Bourrelier Éducation aims to support the educational development of young learners by providing high-quality resources that facilitate effective learning experiences.

Sendori

Acquisition in 2011
Sendori specializes in digital marketing solutions designed to benefit both advertisers and publishers by reducing costs, generating revenue, and safeguarding brand equity. The company offers a diverse range of high-converting traffic through its proprietary and third-party network sources. Additionally, Sendori utilizes patented one-click redirect technology and a robust ad serving platform to enhance digital advertising campaigns, focusing on driving conversions and lowering customer acquisition costs. Furthermore, Sendori provides internet navigation support that improves the customer experience by facilitating faster access to popular websites and enhancing security by minimizing the risk of typos leading to malicious sites.

Crelint

Acquisition in 2011
Crelint is a company that was acquired by CoBe Capital in 2011.

AxiSource

Venture Round in 2009
AxiSource is a B2B distributing company that offers office supplies.
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