Hellman & Friedman

Hellman & Friedman LLC, founded in 1984, is a private equity firm based in San Francisco, with additional offices in New York and London. The firm specializes in large-scale equity investments across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, consumer services, retail, energy, industrials, technology, and business services. Hellman & Friedman focuses on investing in companies with strong management teams and defensible market positions, primarily in North America, Western Europe, and Australia. The firm typically makes equity investments ranging from $50 million to $1.2 billion, often seeking majority stakes or acting as influential minority investors. With a commitment to supporting strategic growth, Hellman & Friedman collaborates closely with management teams during transitional phases, including private-to-public transactions and financial restructurings. Over its history, the firm has raised over $25 billion in committed capital, investing in more than 75 companies and establishing a reputation as a flexible capital source and value-added partner.