McCarthy Capital

McCarthy Capital, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, is a private equity firm that focuses on investing in lower mid-market companies across various sectors in the United States. The firm targets businesses in financial services, consumer goods, technology, and business services, including technology-enabled solutions such as software and IT services. With an additional office in Boston, McCarthy Capital seeks opportunities in distressed and growth equity investments, aiming to support companies that demonstrate potential for development and value creation. As a Registered Investment Adviser, the firm is committed to navigating the complexities of the investment landscape while fostering growth in its portfolio.

Alyssa Anglin

Senior Associate

Matt Breunsbach

Managing Partner

Mary Beth Brosnihan

Senior Associate

Justin Disch

Vice President

Phillip N. Dudley

Partner

Phil Dudley

Partner

Patrick Duffy

President & Managing Partner

Robert Emmert

Senior Partner

Bob Emmert

Managing Partner

BJ Hansen

Managing Director

Brian Hopkin

Senior Associate

Michael McCarthy

Founder and Partner

Teri Mercer

Chief Financial Officer

Chase Meyer

Partner

Michael C. Meyer

Operating Partner

Thomas Sudyka

Senior Associate

Brian Zaversnik

Managing Director, Portfolio Management

27 past transactions

Caraway

Series A in 2022
Caraway is on a mission to craft well-designed, non-toxic ceramic cookware that thoughtfully raises the standards of what you cook with. Simply put, our products are designed to make your life easier and healthier, no matter your level of expertise. The company's products are made with naturally smooth ceramic, not polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)—a chemical that can leach toxic substances into food and the air. Caraway was founded in 2018 and is based in New York City.

Kinsta

Private Equity Round in 2022
Kinsta provides premium managed WordPress hosting for everyone, small or large. We're powered exclusively by Google Cloud Platform and their premium tier network to ensure lightning-fast load times. Some of our clients include companies such as GE, Intuit, TripAdvisor, FreshBooks, Drift, AdEspresso, Workforce, Mint, and Swagway. We have 20 data center locations around the globe which allows you to place your site closer to your visitors. On top of this, we also include a free HTTP/2 CDN to distribute your content even faster. Our support team is made up of WordPress developers who contribute to core and other open source projects, which allows us to provide top-notch 24×7 support. Kinsta has been awarded Top Tier Performance 4 years in a row by ReviewSignal, and named the most reliable host by CodeinWP. All of our plans come with the following: - Free CDN, free Letsencrypt SSL, staging environments, automatic daily backups and the option to create manual backup points anytime. - Full page caching at the server-level to deliver content almost instantaneously to visitors. We also pair that with our Kinsta cache plugin, developed in-house, to provide even more granular control over caching. - PHP 5.6, 7, 7.1, 7.2, and 7.3. - Free hack fix. If your website is hacked we'll fix it with immediate priority. - Server-level rules and optimizations for WooCommerce and Easy Digital Download sites to ensure a smoother checkout experience for customers. - MyKinsta analytics reports for data analysis and performance insights on your WordPress site. - Free migrations along with SSH, Git, and WP-CLI on all plans. Our hosting platform doesn't fall into any of the traditional hosting categories. Kinsta utilizes LXD managed hosts and orchestrated LXC software containers for each site. What this means is that resources for every WordPress site are 100% private and not shared with anyone else or even your own sites.

Docufree

Private Equity Round in 2022
Docufree converts paper documents into digital documents that are stored securely online so they can be instantly accessed and shared on-demand. Docufree's Box Scanning Service can scan high-volumes of archived documents at once or, businesses can pack and ship boxes of documents for scanning as needed. Each box of documents is converted into text-searchable digital images and stored to an online account, DVD, or imported onto the client's system. Customers can log-on to track the status of their scanning project and view document images as they are converted while getting an online storage solution for documents so they are always readily available from anywhere.

Blue Sky eLearn

Private Equity Round in 2022
Blue Sky eLearn is a U.S.-based company founded in 2002 by Philip Forte, specializing in cloud-based learning management systems (LMS) and virtual event services. The company offers a range of products, including Path LMS, eClinical, eLibrary, and eReg, designed to enhance client engagement through lecture-based learning and effective audience interaction. Blue Sky eLearn provides tools for broadcasting messages globally and tracking audience engagement via user-friendly interfaces. Their services encompass online courses, webinars, webcasts, hybrid meetings, and onsite event capture, enabling clients to effectively manage and deliver educational content. Prominent clients include organizations such as IFT, OPTIVA, AAD, AVS, CHEST, Reinke, and NASN, which utilize Blue Sky eLearn's solutions to deepen audience connection and optimize their educational offerings.

Rently

Private Equity Round in 2021
Rently is a web-based platform that offers a self-service showing solution for property managers to easily provide access to renters and vendors without having to go out to the property. Rently was launched in 2011 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Smartlink

Private Equity Round in 2020
Smartlink, LLC is a national staffing and services company that specializes in the development, engineering, and maintenance of communications infrastructure for Fortune 1000 companies. Established in 2000 and headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, Smartlink offers a range of staffing solutions, including contingent staffing, temp-to-hire, and permanent placement for various communications-related roles. Their expertise encompasses project and program management, real estate, construction, engineering, information technology, and administration. In addition to staffing, Smartlink provides comprehensive site development services, which include program and project management, site acquisition, land use and permitting, construction management, compliance, technical installation, and optimization. The company also focuses on specialized deployments such as DAS and small cell technology, alongside architectural and engineering services.

Bigbelly

Private Equity Round in 2019
BigBelly, Inc. specializes in waste and recycling management solutions, focusing on solar-powered intelligent waste collection systems. The company provides solar compactors, companion recycling bins, and the CLEAN software, which enables real-time monitoring and management of waste collection processes. Additionally, BigBelly offers a comprehensive smart waste and recycling system called Connect, designed to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction. The company supplies various accessories, including ad panels and animal-resistant features, to meet diverse operational needs. Established in 2003 and based in Needham, Massachusetts, BigBelly serves a wide array of clients, including municipalities, educational institutions, and military installations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond. The company has played a pivotal role in implementing public space recycling programs in major cities and is recognized for its innovative approach to waste management on a global scale.

Quantum Workplace

Private Equity Round in 2018
Quantum Workplace, Inc. develops an all-in-one employee engagement software that makes managers the central drivers of workplace culture. It gives team leaders direct access to employee feedback and personalized real-time insights, so they can better serve their teams. The software offers features, such as, surveys, goals, recognition, feedback, one-on-ones, ideas and alerts, and analytics. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.

Boundless Enterprises

Private Equity Round in 2018
Boundless Enterprises is the parent company of Scooter’s Coffee and Harvest Roasting, two of the largest and fastest growing brands in the specialty coffee business. Using only the very best products in the world, Scooter’s Coffee roasts only the finest coffee beans in the world at its headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska. In nearly two decades of business, Scooter's Coffee’s success is simple: stay committed to the original business principles and company core values. Scooter’s Coffee’s pledge to source shade-grown coffee to protect the rainforests reaffirms its commitment to contribute to a “chain of good” at home and abroad. The Scooter's Coffee Brand Promise, often recited to franchisees, customers, and employees is: "Amazing People, Amazing Drinks... Amazingly Fast!”™ It represents the company's business origins from 1998 and reflects a steady commitment to providing an unforgettable experience to loyal and new customers.

Rx Savings, LLC

Series B in 2017
Rx Savings, LLC, operating under the name Rx Savings Solutions, is a healthcare technology company based in Overland Park, Kansas, founded in 2008. The company develops a patented software system that assists in the purchasing of prescription medications by analyzing uploaded prescriptions in real time. This analysis identifies potential clinical and financial therapy alternatives, providing alerts and education to members about savings opportunities via email or text messages. The platform also monitors claims and tracks consumer spending, delivering personalized recommendations aimed at optimizing therapy choices. Rx Savings Solutions serves a diverse clientele, including health plans and self-insured businesses, with a focus on helping employers, employees, and health plans reduce costs associated with prescription drugs.

365 Retail Markets

Private Equity Round in 2016
365 Retail Markets, an expanding, self-checkout technology company based in Troy, Michigan, offers the best-in-class platform for vending, foodservice and hospitality. Its proprietary, 365 MicroMarket, is a turnkey, unmanned market that allows customers to increase sales, improve the customer experience and increase profits while decreasing operating costs. 365 Retail Markets has been pioneering innovation in the vending industry for over five years and continues to revolutionize the market with superior technology and ultimate flexibility in customization and branding. What makes us a global MicroMarket leader? • exceptional service with superior response time •award-winning technology, manufactured in the USA with top ATM quality parts • the best and most comprehensive online management software • proprietary hardware and software with the most technology options • preferred MicroMarket technology of the world's largest vending companies • PCI Certified, for secure credit card processing • 365 Retail Markets allows customer to fully self-brand their markets Company History: •2014: 365 kicks off the year as Michigan Companies to Watch finalist; over a dozen feature upgrades to both its kiosk and web management software; adds the Gen3c Kiosk to product line, QuickCharge capability, multilingual, SMS receipts and more. Maintains 99.99% uptime for both kiosks and software. •2013: 365 is recognized as a Michigan Fast 50 company based on success and revenue growth. Launches the new 365 Gen3 kiosk as a companion to existing portfolio along with multiple payroll deduct and stored value account options. Became the first provider to achieve full PA-DSS certification. 365 moves again to a permanent office and manufacturing facility. Maintains 99.99% uptime for both kiosks and software. •2012: 365’s newly launched Gen2 Kiosk wins the NAMA innovation award; company moves again to accommodate ever growing staff base. Maintains 99% uptime for both kiosks and software. •2011: 365 secures significant funding, and begins large scale roll out to the industry’s largest vending operator. Also, secures new office space to accommodate growth. •2010: 365 complements its industry first RFID system with a barcode only and full Cash-Coin kiosk. •2009: Business operations commenced. •2008: Initial Business Plan and market testing for an RFID based self-checkout system begins.

SEVEN10

Private Equity Round in 2015
Seven10 develops and markets file system software that allows organizations of all sizes to build and grow their storage environments without worrying about storage obsolescence. With native support for Cloud Storage, disk, CAS, tape, VTL and built-in data migration capabilities, StorFirst products deliver enterprise archive and data protection software that helps organizations store data intelligently and securely. With proven success in healthcare, finance and compliance-driven markets, and an install base that includes many of today’s Fortune 500 companies, Seven10 is fast becoming one of the most trusted names in storage.

United Real Estate Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
United Real Estate Group is a fully integrated network of conventional and auction real estate professionals.

DSCI

Private Equity Round in 2014
More than 1,500 businesses throughout the Northeast trust DSCI to manage their mission-critical network services. DSCI’s enterprise-grade unified communications, managed IT, and connectivity services empower companies to unleash productivity by streamlining processes, proactively monitoring systems, and staying current with rapidly-changing technology. DSCI backs its services with a zealous commitment to Customer Care, including a 100% network uptime guarantee and 24/7/365 live-answer technical support.

TriMech

Venture Round in 2014
TriMech Solutions, LLC, based in Glen Allen, Virginia, offers a comprehensive array of mechanical engineering software solutions and services primarily to clients in the East Coast, spanning from Maine to Florida. The company specializes in 3D design and rapid prototyping, providing the entire SOLIDWORKS product portfolio and Stratasys 3D printers. TriMech also delivers engineering services that include staffing, contract design, analysis, drafting, and technical support. Their offerings encompass CAD, CAE, PDM, FEA, and CAM software products, as well as design validation, product documentation, and technical publications. The firm is recognized for its extensive expertise and is equipped to support engineering teams with project planning, mentoring, and training services. Established in 1996, TriMech aims to streamline internal processes for engineering teams and enhance manufacturing capabilities across various industries.

Prospect Brands

Private Equity Round in 2012
Prospect Brands is a platform for branded consumer product companies in the apparel space.

EPG Environmental Planning Group

Private Equity Round in 2012
EPG Environmental Planning Group is an environmental services firm that offers landscape architecture and environmental planning services.

Medical Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2012
Medical Solutions is a staffing services provider specializing in the healthcare sector, focusing on travel nurses and allied health professionals. Established in 2001 and certified by the Joint Commission since 2004, the company addresses the urgent staffing needs of hospitals and healthcare facilities across the nation. With a network of nearly 1,200 client hospitals, Medical Solutions supplies skilled professionals such as nurses, technologists, and interim clinical leaders, helping to alleviate the ongoing shortage in the healthcare workforce. The company aims to enhance patient care standards while enabling clients to manage their contingent workforce efficiently and control labor costs. Through its commitment to quality staffing solutions, Medical Solutions has positioned itself as a leading entity in the travel nursing and allied health industry.

SKC Communications

Private Equity Round in 2011
SKC Communications designs communication technology solutions that lower costs, increase productivity and help their clients reach the people important to their business. SKC works with the preeminent manufacturers in the industry to deliver custom solutions in Unified Communications, videoconferencing, audio/visual integration, voice over IP solutions and headsets. Founded in 1986, SKC serves corporations, government and educational institutions nationwide.

Advantor Systems

Private Equity Round in 2010
Advantor Systems Corporation manufactures and integrates security technology solutions for organizations. It offers hardware design, software development, system manufacturing, pre-deployment integration and assembly, systems installation, and logistical support. The company provides integrated monitoring systems, badging systems, access control systems, intrusion detection systems, visitor management systems, automated gate entry systems, security cameras and video surveillance CCTV systems, flight line security, government systems, GSA schedule, USAF-certified systems, and support solutions. It serves department of defense, department of energy, department of homeland security, domestic agencies, state and local government agencies, schools and universities, healthcare sector, and companies. The company was formerly known as Advantor Products Corporation and changed its name to Advantor Systems Corporation in October 1997. Advantor Systems Corporation was founded in 1965 and is based in Orlando, Florida.

LCS

Private Equity Round in 2010
Based in Des Moines, Iowa, and established in 1971, LCS is a leading provider of high-quality senior lifestyle products and services. The LCS Family of Companies focus on development, operations management, marketing and sales management, and strategic planning for Life Plan Communities, also referred to as Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC), and rental independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities nationwide. The company also provides a full-service real estate private equity enterprise, insurance, national purchasing consulting services and in-home care. The companies of LCS serve thousands of seniors across the nation