Five Crowns Capital

Five Crowns Capital, LLC is a private equity firm based in Newport Beach, California, founded in January 2003. The firm specializes in acquiring small and middle-market companies through buyouts, mezzanine financing, control and minority recapitalizations, and growth capital investments. It focuses on mature companies, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, technology, media and entertainment, and building materials, while avoiding utilities and financial services. The firm invests primarily in privately-held and family-owned businesses, as well as corporate divestitures from public companies. Five Crowns Capital typically targets companies with enterprise values between $10 million and $500 million, revenues of $10 million to $1 billion, and EBITDA of $1 million to $100 million. The firm collaborates with institutional investment funds to make equity investments ranging from $1 million to $200 million, aiming for exits within three to five years. With a commitment to integrity and long-term relationships, Five Crowns Capital also has a focus on technology transfer and innovations in consumer health and wellness.

David Hope

Operating Partner, Media and Entertainment

Lisa Matlaf

Senior Associate

David McReynolds

Managing Partner

Jeffrey Schaffer

Founder, Managing Partner

Josh Shinoff Ph.D

Operating Partner, Healthcare

Michael D. Smith

Managing Director

5 past transactions

Picture Head

Acquisition in 2018
Picture Head is a service firm specializing in post-production solutions for feature films, episodic television, and various media studios. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including sound design, track preparation, final mixing, graphic design, color correction, visual effects design, editing, and motion picture marketing. By providing these critical post-production services, Picture Head assists clients in achieving their creative visions across multiple platforms, including films, television shows, and commercials.

HCI

Acquisition in 2016
HCI Inc. is a prominent provider of communications infrastructure services primarily for the telecommunications industry on the West Coast. Founded in 1982 and based in Norco, California, with additional offices in several other California cities, the company specializes in various services including central office design, outside plant engineering, network equipment installation, and infrastructure security. HCI Inc. also offers support for telecom and information technology design, as well as maintenance and repair services, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Formerly known as Hood Communications, Inc., the company rebranded in 1997 and operates as a subsidiary of Lombardy Holdings, Inc.

Verrex

Acquisition in 2016
Verrex LLC is a prominent provider of audio-visual systems integration and managed services, specializing in video conferencing, collaboration, and presentation solutions. Founded in 1947 and based in Mountainside, New Jersey, with additional offices in Wilmington, Massachusetts; Houston, Texas; Hong Kong; and Shanghai, China, the company has over six decades of experience in integrating and supporting complex AV systems globally. Verrex offers a comprehensive range of services, including design-build, project engineering, procurement, project management, and quality assurance. Their project portfolio encompasses diverse environments such as auditoriums, boardrooms, trading and training spaces, and digital signage. Verrex serves a wide array of clients, including enterprises, middle-market businesses, and educational institutions, focusing on delivering reliable and consistent services that adapt to evolving work styles and environments.

Cosmetic Design Group

Private Equity Round in 2015
CDG prides itself on having the highest performing supply chain which allows for exceptional innovation and quicker speed-to-market development to capitalize on new trends & launches. CDG caters to all needs for successful brand management including: design, fills, assembly and warehousing.

Mob Scene

Acquisition in 2014
Mob Scene is a creative company specializing in entertainment advertising and production services for the media industry. It fosters a collaborative environment that inspires innovation and nurtures talent. The company delivers a range of services, including digital advertising and content creation, aimed at developing bold and emotionally resonant marketing materials. By integrating various areas of expertise, Mob Scene provides clients with cohesive and creative solutions that effectively engage contemporary audiences and consumers.
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