Hauser Private Equity

Hauser Ventures is a private equity firm based in Cincinnati, Ohio, established in 2008. It specializes in making direct co-investments in privately held companies and investments in private equity funds, primarily focusing on the lower and middle markets. The firm targets sectors such as consumer packaged goods, healthcare, industrials, retail, and financial services, predominantly in North America. Hauser Ventures typically invests in companies with annual revenues between $100 million and $300 million and seeks controlling stakes of at least 51 percent. The firm aims for a four-year holding period, planning exits through sales to strategic buyers or initial public offerings. With additional offices in California and Illinois, Hauser leverages the expertise of its Directors and Limited Partners to enhance company growth and returns while maintaining a strategic focus on operational leadership in its investments.