The Mendota Group

The Mendota Group is a private equity firm that focuses on financing mature companies through buyouts and add-on acquisitions, particularly in the manufacturing and value-added distribution sectors. Founded in 2000 and based in Madison, Wisconsin, the firm targets smaller companies throughout the United States, with a specific interest in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. It typically invests in companies with revenues between $5 million and $25 million and EBITDA ranging from $1 million to $3 million. The Mendota Group aims to support businesses facing ownership transitions and requires flexible capital structures to facilitate growth. Its investment strategy emphasizes transactions below $20 million and companies with an adjusted cash flow margin exceeding 10 percent.

R. Curtis Burgess

Founder & Principal

Nicholas Jackson

Principal

2 past transactions

Allergy Amulet

Seed Round in 2016
Allergy Amulet Inc. is a Madison, Wisconsin-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in the manufacturing and sale of consumer food allergen sensors. Its flagship product, the Allergy Amulet, is recognized as the world's smallest and fastest device for testing food for common allergens, providing results in seconds. Designed for portability, it can be conveniently carried on a keychain, necklace, or wristband, allowing users to maintain safety while enjoying meals. With food allergies affecting approximately 32 million Americans and millions more worldwide, Allergy Amulet aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with food allergies or intolerances. The company serves a diverse clientele, including families, individuals, and businesses, addressing the critical need for rapid allergen detection in everyday situations.

Phoenix

Debt Financing in 2015
Phoenix designs and manufactures the highest-yielding neutron generators and commercializes nuclear technologies for practical applications. Its commitment to commercializing nuclear technologies for practical applications has inspired its long-term goal of producing clean, fusion energy. Its achievements have enabled Phoenix to market its technologies across a variety of applications within medicine, defense, and energy sectors.