Fundamental Capital
Fundamental Capital, LLC is a private equity firm based in San Francisco, California, specializing in investments in small to mid-sized growth companies. Founded in 2003, the firm focuses on sectors including consumer goods, packaged products, food and beverage, health and wellness, and services related to packaging, marketing, and logistics. It typically invests between $2 million and $15 million in companies with revenues ranging from $5 million to $50 million and an EBITDA of at least $2 million. Fundamental Capital aims to take controlling stakes in its portfolio companies and often seeks board membership to provide strategic and operational guidance. The firm is committed to long-term investments, primarily in the Western United States and Hawaii, and structures its investments in preferred and common stock, with the potential for debt financing. Through its experienced team, Fundamental Capital not only provides capital but also the necessary resources to support management teams in achieving their growth objectives.
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7 past transactions
Voodoo Doughnut
Private Equity Round in 2017
Voodoo Doughnut is an independent doughnut shop founded in Portland, Oregon. It operates locations across the United States, offering a wide variety of customized doughnuts and doughnut cakes in numerous flavors.
Cyber adAPT
Series A in 2016
Cyber adAPT protects critical business assets by detecting sophisticated adversaries hiding within enterprise networks. Its real-time network-based threat detection platform analyzes traffic to identify malicious attacks that have breached corporate defenses, enabling clients to inspect, detect, and respond effectively.
Funko
Acquisition in 2013
Funko is a leading pop culture consumer products company that designs, sources, and distributes licensed merchandise worldwide. It offers a wide range of products including vinyl figures, plush toys, accessories, apparel, homewares, and collectibles under various brand names such as Pop!, Loungefly, and Mystery Minis. Funko's extensive portfolio comprises hundreds of licenses and tens of thousands of characters, catering to diverse consumer preferences and retail channels.
See Kai Run
Acquisition in 2011
See Kai Run is a designer and manufacturer of footwear specifically for children, focusing on promoting healthy foot development through quality-crafted, stylish options. The company utilizes proportional engineering to create shoes that are lightweight and ultra-flexible, catering to the various ages and stages of early childhood foot development. Each shoe is meticulously designed to ensure proper fit and comfort, supporting children from infancy up to eight years old. Committed to sustainability, See Kai Run incorporates eco-friendly materials and emphasizes skilled craftsmanship in its products, providing parents with reliable footwear that combines functionality and fashion for their growing children.
Pint Size Hawaii
Acquisition in 2008
Founded in 2016, Pint Size Hawaii is a distributor specializing in frozen, chilled, and dry food products. It serves major retail stores, hotels, and food service customers across Oahu, Maui, and Kauai, focusing on ice cream, pizza products, non-ice cream products, cookies, crackers, cream cheese, and seafood.
Bentek Corporation
Acquisition in 2005
Founded in 1985, Bentek designs, manufactures, and distributes power distribution equipment for diverse markets including solar, electrical utilities, data centers, and industrial sectors. Its product range includes commercial and utility-scale solar products, safety systems, and accessories, along with design services, custom manufacturing, and system integrations.
Allen Technologies
Venture Round in 2005
Allen Technologies, Inc. is a provider of interactive patient care television systems tailored for hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations in North America. The company's flagship product, Vigo, is an advanced interactive system that delivers patient entertainment, educational content, and access to various hospital services directly at the bedside. Allen Technologies specializes in the service and repair of patient education networks, digital satellite systems, and hospital television systems, offering comprehensive support options that include remote monitoring and on-site technical assistance. The Vigo system features applications such as patient education, on-demand services, and patient entertainment, all designed to enhance the healthcare experience for both patients and staff. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Allen Technologies focuses on integrating digital technology to facilitate efficient communication and entertainment solutions within the healthcare environment.
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