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

Jeffrey Schaffer

Founder and Managing Partner

Josh Shinoff Ph.D

Operating Partner, Healthcare

Michael D. Smith

Managing Director

5 past transactions

Picture Head

Acquisition in 2018
Picture Head, LLC, established in 2000 and headquartered in Hollywood, California, specializes in post-production services for the film and television industry. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including editorial, color correction, audio, graphic, and digital services, catering to leading feature film, episodic TV, and other media studios.

HCI

Acquisition in 2016
HCI Inc. is a prominent provider of communications infrastructure services primarily serving the telecommunications industry on the West Coast. Founded in 1982 and based in Norco, California, HCI specializes in the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications voice and data networks. The company's extensive offerings include central office design, outside plant engineering, telecom and information technology services, network equipment installation, and infrastructure security. HCI also addresses various regulatory requirements through its services for federal, state, and local entities. With additional offices in cities such as Anaheim, San Diego, and Fresno, HCI has established itself as a key player in the telecom sector, contributing significantly to the development and maintenance of critical communication networks.

Verrex

Acquisition in 2016
Verrex LLC, founded in 1947 and based in Mountainside, New Jersey, specializes in audio-visual systems integration and collaboration solutions. The company provides a range of services, including design-build, project engineering, and global managed services tailored for video conferencing and presentation needs. Verrex’s project portfolio encompasses various environments such as auditoriums, boardrooms, executive offices, and collaboration spaces, catering to the enterprise market as well as middle market and small to medium-sized enterprises. With a focus on superior execution and reliability, Verrex employs a proprietary quality-management system to ensure best-in-class standards across all projects. The company also maintains additional offices in Wilmington, Massachusetts; Houston, Texas; Hong Kong; and Shanghai, China, allowing it to support clients globally.

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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