Sponsor Capital

Sponsor Capital Oy is a private equity firm based in Helsinki, Finland, established in 1997. The firm specializes in investments in small and medium-sized companies, focusing primarily on those located in Finland or with a presence in international markets. Sponsor Capital engages in various investment activities, including management buyouts, business restructuring, and growth capital infusions. The firm typically invests between €5 million and €30 million in companies with annual revenues ranging from €15 million to €150 million. It seeks to acquire majority stakes, often in collaboration with co-investors, and prefers to exit its investments within four to seven years, typically through an initial public offering. Although it has no sector constraints, Sponsor Capital primarily targets industries such as commercial services, manufacturing, and SaaS.

Olli Anttila

Partner

Mikael Von Frenckell

Co-Founding Partner

Valtteri Heikkala

Associate

Sami Heikkilä

Partner

Kaj Hägglund

Managing Partner

Joni Hämäläinen

Associate

Juhani Kalliovaara

CEO and Investment Professional

Juuso Kivinen

Investment Executive and Co-Founder

Meri-Tuulia Mäkelä

CFO

Sofia Nyberg

Associate

Rafael Rantanen

Associate

Thomas Sandvall

Managing Partner

Jussi Seppala

Partner

Matti Virolainen

Partner

16 past transactions

Saarni Likeit

Acquisition in 2021
Saarni Likeit is a company that provides comprehensive software solutions focused on personnel and task management. Their platform is designed to assist organizations in managing daily operations through a suite of features that includes personnel management, learning, time tracking, financial management, and analytics. By utilizing these tools, clients can streamline their workflows and achieve long-term cost savings, enhancing overall efficiency in corporate information management.

Saarni Cloud

Private Equity Round in 2020
Saarni Cloud operates as a software group providing SaaS services in the field of HR. Its services cover work management, digital learning, financial management, and analytics.

Ekokuljetus

Private Equity Round in 2020
Ekokuljetus is an environmental and waste management company that provides maintenance and recycling services.

Nordic Lights

Private Equity Round in 2018
Nordic Lights is a prominent manufacturer of lighting solutions specifically designed for heavy-duty vehicles, catering to sectors such as mining, construction, forestry, agriculture, and material handling. The company specializes in developing high-quality products through rigorous testing and innovation. Its in-house facilities include a vibration testing lab, a light lab, an electronics lab, and a CT scanner, where engineers conduct comprehensive assessments on various performance metrics, including lumen output, light distribution, and resilience against environmental factors like dust, humidity, and extreme temperatures. Nordic Lights primarily generates revenue from markets in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Herrmans

Private Equity Round in 2018
Manufacturer of cycle parts intended to serve the bicycle industry. The company provides grips, chain guards, reflectors, light-emitting diode(LED)-based bicycle lights and rim tapes, enabling clients to get improved comfort, safety and design at a reasonable price.

Duell Bike-Center

Private Equity Round in 2018
Duell Bike-Center, established in 2012 and located in Mustasaari, Finland, specializes in the distribution of motor vehicle equipment. The company imports and supplies a wide range of parts and accessories specifically designed for motorcycles, mopeds, and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). By focusing on this niche market, Duell Bike-Center caters to the needs of enthusiasts and professionals in the motorcycling community, ensuring access to quality products that enhance the performance and safety of these vehicles.

Myllyn Paras

Acquisition in 2018
Myllyn Paras Oy produces, sells, and markets flours, flakes, grits, and pasta, as well as frozen doughs and bakes. It exports its products primarily to the Russian Federation and the Baltic countries. The company was founded in 1928 and is based in Hyvinkaa, Finland. Myllyn Paras Oy is a former subsidiary of Myllyn Paras Oy Konserni.

StaffPoint

Acquisition in 2017
StaffPoint is a staffing company based in Finland that specializes in employment search and recruitment services. Founded in 1970, the company operates in 14 locations across Finland, with additional offices in Estonia and Spain. Each year, StaffPoint assists in the employment of approximately 15,000 experts across various industries. The company provides a comprehensive platform that includes human resource management, recruitment, training services, and dedicated human resources software. This enables clients to enhance their business performance and efficiency by effectively matching candidates with job opportunities.

TLT Group

Acquisition in 2017
TLT Group Oy offers construction and installation of telecom and electricity networks. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Aura, Finland.

Orthex Group

Acquisition in 2015
Orthex Group is a Nordic company that designs, produces, and markets a wide range of household products. It offers a diverse assortment of goods across four main categories: Storage, Kitchen, Home & Yard, and Plant Care. Orthex's products are sold under well-known consumer brands, including SmartStore, GastroMax, Kökskungen, and Orthex itself. The company primarily sells its products to end customers through major retail chains and discount stores throughout the Nordic countries, while also maintaining a significant presence in Central Europe. Orthex aims to enhance consumers' everyday lives with its practical and innovative solutions for home organization and care.

Accountor

Private Equity Round in 2015
Accountor Enterprise Solutions Oy is a prominent financial and human resources services provider in Northern Europe, established in 1989 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including accounting, human resources, and financial advisory, catering to organizations of various sizes, from international clients to smaller businesses. In addition to service offerings, Accountor provides financial management software tailored for accounting firms and small to medium-sized enterprises. With a presence in several countries, including Denmark, the Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Sweden, and Ukraine, Accountor aims to maintain close relationships with its clients and invest in their future growth. As of August 2019, it operates as a subsidiary of Digia Oyj.

Kymppi Group Oy

Acquisition in 2015
Kymppi Group Oy is an international company based in Oulu, Finland, specializing in insulation and scaffolding installations for the process industry. Founded in 1982, the company offers a range of services including thermal insulation, scaffolding, HVAC insulation, prefabricated metal sheet surfaces, and polyurethane applications. Additionally, Kymppi Group provides material rental, HVAC installations, asbestos removals, and fire protection projects. The company serves various sectors such as pulp, paper, chemical, metal, food, and energy, both domestically and internationally. Kymppi Group has established sub-branches in several Finnish cities, including Porvoo, Keminmaa, Raahe, Lappeenranta, Tampere, and Äänekoski.

Haltija

Acquisition in 2015
Haltija Group focuses on disability devices, prosthetics and medical supplies.

Tikomet

Acquisition in 2013
Tikomet Oy is a Finnish company based in Jyväskylä that specializes in the recycling of hardmetal scrap, specifically using the zinc process. Founded in 1994, it operates a state-of-the-art recycling facility that processes high-quality hardmetal scrap into tungsten carbide-cobalt powders. Tikomet Oy is recognized as a leader in the production of zinc reclaimed WC-Co powders, which serve as raw materials in the manufacturing of various hardmetal products, including indexable inserts, hardmetal pins for tire studs, and rods for drills and end mills. The company also offers scrap conversion services, contributing to the sustainability of the hardmetal industry. As of July 31, 2015, Tikomet Oy operates as a subsidiary of Global Tungsten & Powders Corp.

Espotel

Acquisition in 2013
Espotel is a prominent provider of research and development services for embedded systems, primarily serving the technology sector in Finland and internationally. The company specializes in product creation services for electronic devices and systems, encompassing consultation, software development, and testing solutions. Additionally, Espotel designs and sells off-the-shelf products, leveraging its expertise and partnerships with leading technology companies such as ARM, IBM, Texas Instruments, and National Instruments. This strong foundation in electronic systems development has enabled Espotel to establish a diverse global customer base.

Plastiroll

Acquisition in 2012
Plastiroll Oy LTD, based in Ylöjärvi, Finland, specializes in the manufacture of biodegradable and compostable materials for the packaging industry. Established in 1983, the company produces a range of products including compostable paper and board-based packaging materials, as well as biodegradable packaging films and bags. Their offerings encompass plastic-coated and laminated packaging, compostable coatings for papers and paperboards, and various biowaste bags and sacks designed for diverse applications such as food storage and shopping. As of May 2019, Plastiroll operates as a subsidiary of Walki Group Oy, focusing on providing environmentally friendly and renewable packaging solutions for the food and paper industries.
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