H.I.G. Capital

H.I.G. Capital, LLC, established in 1993 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, is a global private equity firm specializing in providing capital and operational support to small and medium-sized companies. The firm invests in various sectors, including business services, consumer goods, healthcare, industrials, and technology, with a focus on the United States, Europe, and Latin America. H.I.G. Capital typically invests between $3 million and $100 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from $25 million to $1 billion, offering both debt and equity capital. The firm's investment strategy includes leveraged buyouts, growth equity, and recapitalizations, aiming to support undermanaged or underperforming companies through operational improvements and strategic growth initiatives.

Olivier Boyadjian

President

Kevin Van Culin

Managing Director

Matt Gullen

Managing Director

Ross Hiatt

Co-Head, Managing Director, H.I.G. Growth Partners

Ryan Kaplan

Managing Director

Holger Kleingarn

Managing Director

Nishant Nayyar

Managing Director, Head of TMT Europe

Markus Noe-Nordberg

Managing Director

Keval Patel

Managing Director, Head of H.I.G. US Middle Market and Head of North American Chemicals

Christian Kraul-von Renner

Director

Matthew Robinson

Managing Director, Advantage Fund

Schwartz, Brian M.

Co-President

Aaron Tolson

Managing Director

Andrey Vakhovskiy

Managing Director

Rahul Vinnakota

Managing Director

Rob Wolfson

Managing Director

Alex Zisson

Managing Director

Past deals in Italy

Protos Group

Acquisition in 2025
Protos is a management consulting firm based in Milan, Italy, established in 1986. The firm specializes in risk management, project and construction management, and business insurance advisory services. Protos provides expertise in technical consulting, appraisal, market analysis, project control, litigation support, and dispute resolution, specifically tailored to the construction industry. Through its comprehensive services, Protos aims to assist clients in navigating complex projects and managing associated risks effectively.

Cuyana

Series C in 2019
Cuyana, Inc. is a San Francisco-based fashion brand that specializes in manufacturing and retailing clothing, bags, small leather goods, and accessories. Founded in 2011, the company fosters a philosophy of "fewer, better things," offering timeless apparel and accessories crafted from high-quality materials to ensure longevity. Cuyana operates an online platform and has physical showrooms in locations such as Palo Alto, New York City, Pacific Palisades, and Venice, Italy. By selling directly to consumers, Cuyana aims to make luxury fashion more accessible, bridging the gap between high-end goods and affordable options. The brand is recognized for its classic, modern aesthetic and commitment to quality, appealing to customers who value both style and sustainability.

Texbond

Acquisition in 2016
Texbond, founded in 1988 in Rovereto, Italy, is a prominent European manufacturer of specialty polypropylene nonwovens. The company specializes in producing sophisticated spun bonds and high-performance composites tailored to meet the specific technical needs of various industries, including hygiene, medical, construction, automotive, household, and agriculture. Texbond's product offerings include innovative fabrics such as ultra bond, agribond, blowbond, and hybond, which are designed for niche applications. The company is committed to providing customized solutions and actively supports clients throughout the technical and technological development process.

AviaPartner

Acquisition in 2015
AviaPartner is a prominent independent provider of ground handling services, operating across 37 airports in five European countries: France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands. Headquartered in Brussels, the company manages over 300,000 flights annually for more than 400 airlines, catering to both passenger and cargo sectors. AviaPartner offers a range of services, including ramp handling and cargo handling, and employs approximately 6,000 staff members. With a strong presence in the European market, the company plays a vital role in facilitating airport operations and enhancing the travel experience for around 50 million passengers each year.

Cascades

Acquisition in 2014
Cascades Inc. is a Canada-based company that specializes in the production, conversion, and marketing of packaging and tissue products primarily made from recycled fibers. It operates through three main segments: Containerboard, Specialty Products, and Tissue Papers. The Containerboard segment manufactures containerboard and converts corrugated products, mainly for North American markets. The Specialty Products segment focuses on industrial and consumer packaging, along with recovery and recycling initiatives. The Tissue Papers segment produces and converts tissue products for both Away-from-Home and consumer markets. Cascades serves a diverse customer base that includes food processing companies, the maintenance industry, accommodations, housing, micro-businesses, and boutiques, with operations extending across Canada, the United States, Italy, and other countries.
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