Ironwood Capital

Ironwood Capital, established in 1985, is a private equity firm headquartered in Avon, Connecticut, with additional offices in Boston and Birmingham. The firm specializes in providing non-control growth capital solutions to middle-market businesses, primarily through subordinated debt and preferred stock investments ranging from $5 million to $20 million. Ironwood Capital focuses on supporting business owners and financial sponsors in growth financings, recapitalizations, generational transitions, and buyouts. The firm is sector-agnostic but has a particular interest in companies based east of the Mississippi River, with a strong presence in the Northeast. It typically invests in companies with annual revenues between $20 million and $200 million and EBITDA between $3 million to $15 million, seeking to take a 10 percent stake and aiming for a three to five-year exit.

Jim Barra

Partner and COO

Sarah Faulkner

Analyst

Jaqueline Jutras

Associate

Tyler Klenk

Associate

Zachary Leach

Senior Associate

Zachary Luce

Partner and CFO

Zach Luce

Partner, CFO

Cade Nagahama

Analyst

Patrick Patrell

Associate

Dickson Suit

Partner

Susan Sweeney

Senior Managing Director

Paul Witinski

Managing Director

35 past transactions

H3 Manufacturing Group

Private Equity Round in 2025
Provider of assembling, finishing and fabrication services intended for the aerospace and defense, medical, electronic retail, agriculture and energy industries. The company offers CNC machining, and assembly, in conjunction with paint and powder coating capabilities that complement laser cutting, fabrication and complex welding, thus helping clients cut down on secondary operations and increase productivity.

Modifi Bio

Seed Round in 2023
Modifi Biosciences specializes in direct DNA modification and the creation of innovative cancer therapeutics. The company's primary focus is on altering tumor DNA in a way that makes cancer cells irreparable while preserving healthy cells. This distinctive methodology allows researchers to challenge and transform traditional approaches to oncology drug development. By exploiting DNA defects across various cancer types, Modifi Biosciences aims to provide effective treatments that target the underlying genetic issues in tumors, thereby advancing the field of cancer therapeutics.

Le Sueur

Private Equity Round in 2023
Le Sueur is a mining and metals company that specializes in supplying complex and pressure-tight aluminum castings and plastic injection molding components. The company serves various markets including rail, specialty automotive, and electric vehicles. Le Sueur offers a range of manufacturing processes such as permanent mold casting, sand casting, die casting, plastic injection molding, and precision machining. In addition to these services, the company provides engineering support to ensure clients have access to cost-effective manufacturing solutions.

Le Sueur

Debt Financing in 2023
Le Sueur is a mining and metals company that specializes in supplying complex and pressure-tight aluminum castings and plastic injection molding components. The company serves various markets including rail, specialty automotive, and electric vehicles. Le Sueur offers a range of manufacturing processes such as permanent mold casting, sand casting, die casting, plastic injection molding, and precision machining. In addition to these services, the company provides engineering support to ensure clients have access to cost-effective manufacturing solutions.

Modifi Bio

Seed Round in 2022
Modifi Biosciences specializes in direct DNA modification and the creation of innovative cancer therapeutics. The company's primary focus is on altering tumor DNA in a way that makes cancer cells irreparable while preserving healthy cells. This distinctive methodology allows researchers to challenge and transform traditional approaches to oncology drug development. By exploiting DNA defects across various cancer types, Modifi Biosciences aims to provide effective treatments that target the underlying genetic issues in tumors, thereby advancing the field of cancer therapeutics.

Directional Services

Private Equity Round in 2022
Directional Services provides electrical utility and solar construction services. They offer services that include photovoltaic, utility construction, pipeline construction, and directional drilling.

Torigen Pharmaceuticals

Venture Round in 2022
Torigen Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to advancing cancer care for companion animals through innovative treatment options. Founded in 2013 and based in Farmington, Connecticut, the company focuses on developing immunotherapy solutions, particularly an experimental autologous cancer vaccine. This vaccine aims to activate the immune system to target specific tumor-associated antigens present on cancer cells, allowing for more effective detection and treatment of tumors. By providing alternatives to traditional, invasive methods such as surgeries and chemotherapy, Torigen seeks to improve the quality of life for pets facing cancer. The company builds on years of scientific research and is committed to pushing the boundaries of veterinary oncology.

P2 Science

Series C in 2020
P2 Science, Inc. is a bio-renewable chemistry company based in Woodbridge, Connecticut, specializing in the development and production of specialty chemicals derived from renewable feedstocks, such as vegetable oils. Founded in 2009 by a team that includes Yale scientists and an experienced chemical industry executive, the company focuses on creating high-value ingredients for flavors, fragrances, cosmetics, and other applications. P2 Science aims to provide sustainable alternatives to traditional petrochemical products, catering to diverse markets, including personal care, household cleaning, agriculture, and environmental remediation. Their innovative technology enables the conversion of renewable resources into cost-effective chemical solutions, addressing the increasing demand for greener options among major users in the specialty chemicals sector. The company also maintains a laboratory in New Haven, Connecticut, to support ongoing research and partnerships throughout the supply chain.

IsoPlexis

Series C in 2020
IsoPlexis is a life science technology company based in Branford, Connecticut, founded in 2013. It focuses on developing a single-cell detection system that identifies patient immune responses at the single-cell level. This innovative platform enables the assessment of therapeutic safety and efficacy, as well as the monitoring of disease progression. IsoPlexis specializes in cell-based proteomic systems and biomarkers, providing insights into functional protein biology and cellular signaling networks with high resolution. By offering these capabilities, the company aids in predicting patient responses to novel immunotherapies and cellular therapies, ultimately enhancing therapeutic development and informing clinical decisions.

PayVeris

Series D in 2019
Payveris, LLC operates a cloud-based digital payment and money transfer platform aimed at serving financial institutions and their partners. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cromwell, Connecticut, Payveris provides a range of services including consumer and business bill payment solutions, account-to-account external transfers, and person-to-person payment capabilities. Customers can easily send money from their bank or credit union accounts to others via the web, smartphones, or tablets. The platform also features PayWatch, an integrated fraud prevention solution that monitors transactions across various payment types, and PayItNow, which connects financial institutions, merchants, and consumers in the payment process. Payveris has established strategic partnerships with Kony and Corelation to enhance its offerings.

IsoPlexis

Series C in 2019
IsoPlexis is a life science technology company based in Branford, Connecticut, founded in 2013. It focuses on developing a single-cell detection system that identifies patient immune responses at the single-cell level. This innovative platform enables the assessment of therapeutic safety and efficacy, as well as the monitoring of disease progression. IsoPlexis specializes in cell-based proteomic systems and biomarkers, providing insights into functional protein biology and cellular signaling networks with high resolution. By offering these capabilities, the company aids in predicting patient responses to novel immunotherapies and cellular therapies, ultimately enhancing therapeutic development and informing clinical decisions.

American Roller Company

Private Equity Round in 2019
American Roller Company, LLC is a manufacturer based in Union Grove, Wisconsin, specializing in the design and production of industrial rollers and specialty coatings. Established in 1938, the company offers a diverse range of products, including rubber, urethane, ceramic, and heated rollers, as well as wear-resistant coatings. Its offerings extend to custom-built solutions such as elastomeric coverings, electrically heated rollers, and composite components tailored to client specifications. American Roller Company serves various industries, including film and foil, packaging, printing, textile, tissue and towel, and steel mill operations, providing both innovative products and consulting services to meet the unique needs of its global clientele.

Capewell Aerial Systems

Private Equity Round in 2018
Capewell Aerial Systems LLC is a manufacturer of engineered products tailored for aerial delivery, life support, and tactical applications, serving military, law enforcement, and humanitarian organizations globally. Established in 1881 and based in South Windsor, Connecticut, with an additional office in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, the company specializes in the design and production of a wide range of life-saving equipment. Their offerings include aerial delivery products, parachute hardware, search and rescue gear, and tactical vests, designed to support operations in critical scenarios. Capewell also produces emergency descent devices, canine tactical gear, survival vests, and flotation collars for various high-risk environments, including aircraft and offshore rigs. The company excels in engineering complex devices through advanced manufacturing techniques such as computer numerical control machining and technical sewing, ensuring that their products perform reliably when needed most. Capewell Aerial Systems operates as a subsidiary of Capewell Components Company, LLC, continuing its long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for urgent operational needs.

American Residuals Group

Private Equity Round in 2018
American Residuals Group is an Arizona-based environmental services company.

Bush Industries

Private Equity Round in 2018
Bush Industries, Inc. designs and manufactures a range of case goods and ready-to-assemble furniture for both office and home applications. The company's product offerings include tables, entertainment centers, storage solutions, bookcases, and commercial-grade workplace furniture suitable for small and mid-sized businesses. Established in 1959 and headquartered in Jamestown, New York, Bush Industries operates manufacturing facilities in Western New York and China, along with distribution centers in Erie, Pennsylvania, and Reno, Nevada. The company markets its products through various channels, including furniture retailers, department stores, mass merchandisers, wholesale clubs, catalog showrooms, office furniture dealers, and online platforms, serving customers both domestically and internationally. In January 2020, Bush Industries was acquired by Bestar Inc.

INDUSTRIAL TIMBER

Private Equity Round in 2017
Industrial timber as an innovative and lean manufacturing platform. They also serve as a workshop for manufacturers. They source and process the wood products. They design and engineer ready-to-assemble wooden furniture frames. They work with furniture manufacturers to supply customized frames. They provide construction products for the upholstered furniture market and other industries.

IsoPlexis

Series B in 2017
IsoPlexis is a life science technology company based in Branford, Connecticut, founded in 2013. It focuses on developing a single-cell detection system that identifies patient immune responses at the single-cell level. This innovative platform enables the assessment of therapeutic safety and efficacy, as well as the monitoring of disease progression. IsoPlexis specializes in cell-based proteomic systems and biomarkers, providing insights into functional protein biology and cellular signaling networks with high resolution. By offering these capabilities, the company aids in predicting patient responses to novel immunotherapies and cellular therapies, ultimately enhancing therapeutic development and informing clinical decisions.

P2 Science

Series B in 2017
P2 Science, Inc. is a bio-renewable chemistry company based in Woodbridge, Connecticut, specializing in the development and production of specialty chemicals derived from renewable feedstocks, such as vegetable oils. Founded in 2009 by a team that includes Yale scientists and an experienced chemical industry executive, the company focuses on creating high-value ingredients for flavors, fragrances, cosmetics, and other applications. P2 Science aims to provide sustainable alternatives to traditional petrochemical products, catering to diverse markets, including personal care, household cleaning, agriculture, and environmental remediation. Their innovative technology enables the conversion of renewable resources into cost-effective chemical solutions, addressing the increasing demand for greener options among major users in the specialty chemicals sector. The company also maintains a laboratory in New Haven, Connecticut, to support ongoing research and partnerships throughout the supply chain.

My Alarm Center

Venture Round in 2016
My Alarm Center, LLC, also known as Alarm Capital Alliance, is a provider of security services for homes and businesses across the United States. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, the company offers a range of services including wireless cellular monitoring, residential security systems, business intrusion monitoring, surveillance, fire protection, and carbon monoxide detection. Additionally, My Alarm Center provides home automation, flood protection, and personal emergency response systems. The company operates regional offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, San Antonio, Atlanta, and Seattle, allowing it to serve a wide customer base effectively.

Hobbs Bonded Fibers

Venture Round in 2015
Hobbs Bonded Fibers, Inc. is a manufacturer of specialty nonwoven products, serving automotive, industrial, and consumer markets both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1953 and based in Waco, Texas, the company produces a wide range of products, including acoustic insulation for vehicles, medical facemasks, and nonwoven materials for military applications. Its offerings extend to environmental cleanup solutions, construction materials, filtration products, and thermal insulation for various apparel and accessories. Hobbs Bonded Fibers is known for its commitment to quality, operating in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards, and focuses on developing strong customer partnerships to drive innovation and growth. The company's capacity for customization allows clients to tailor products to specific needs across diverse applications.

Gold Medal Service

Private Equity Round in 2015
Gold Medal Service is a home services provider based in East Brunswick, New Jersey, specializing in plumbing, heating, electrical, and waterproofing solutions. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including drain and sewer assistance, ensuring that customers have access to essential home maintenance and repair options. By focusing on various aspects of home care, Gold Medal Service aims to address the diverse needs of homeowners, enhancing comfort and safety within their residences.

Pharmaceutic Litho & Label

Private Equity Round in 2014
Pharmaceutic Litho & Label Company, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in custom-printed packaging for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Founded in 1964 and based in Simi Valley, California, the company provides a range of services including the printing of labels, booklets, inserts, outserts, and manuals that comply with FDA regulations. Pharmaceutic Litho & Label focuses on delivering innovative materials that facilitate the communication of vital information to customers, leveraging its expertise in various printing techniques such as lithography and flexography. The company operates both domestically and internationally, serving a diverse clientele in the healthcare sector.

Flow Dry Technology

Private Equity Round in 2014
Flow Dry Technology, Inc. is a manufacturer of engineered adsorbent solutions and gaskets, serving automotive, pharmaceutical, electronic, and general industrial markets worldwide. Established in 1946 and headquartered in Brookville, Ohio, the company produces a wide array of silica gel adsorbent and desiccant packets designed to control moisture, odors, and contaminants that can compromise product integrity. Its offerings include automotive gaskets, die-cut parts, industrial-grade desiccant bags, and customized moisture management solutions such as desiccant cartridges and integrated filters. Flow Dry Technology also emphasizes tailored solutions to meet specific customer needs for sealing, drying, and protecting products from moisture and gas. The company operates manufacturing and sales facilities in Ohio, Hungary, and China, distributing its products through a network of representatives.

Red River Waste Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2014
Red River Waste Solutions is a waste management and recycling service provider based in Dripping Springs, Texas. The company specializes in a range of services, including curbside residential waste collection, commercial waste management, industrial waste collection, and landfill management. Red River Waste Solutions also offers roll-off containers, self-contained compactors, and services for bulk and yard waste collection, ensuring that clients can effectively manage their waste and comply with environmental regulations. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to meet the diverse needs of both residential and commercial clients in waste disposal and recycling.

Precipio Diagnostics

Series B in 2013
Precipio is a cancer diagnostics reference laboratory, delivering the latest in advanced diagnostics and personalized medicine. Our goal is to assist oncologists in providing the best care for their patients. At the intersection of academia, cancer research, and diagnostics, we connect physicians with world-renown pathologists at the Yale School of Medicine. At Precipio, our customers and their patients benefit from the most accurate, expert diagnosis.

PayVeris

Venture Round in 2013
Payveris, LLC operates a cloud-based digital payment and money transfer platform aimed at serving financial institutions and their partners. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cromwell, Connecticut, Payveris provides a range of services including consumer and business bill payment solutions, account-to-account external transfers, and person-to-person payment capabilities. Customers can easily send money from their bank or credit union accounts to others via the web, smartphones, or tablets. The platform also features PayWatch, an integrated fraud prevention solution that monitors transactions across various payment types, and PayItNow, which connects financial institutions, merchants, and consumers in the payment process. Payveris has established strategic partnerships with Kony and Corelation to enhance its offerings.

Skystream Markets

Series A in 2012
Skystream Markets Inc. operates as an institutional transaction platform for the environmental markets in the United States and internationally. Its platform offers automation in the trade cycle, including execution, trade capture, processing, and reporting. The company also acts as a neutral intermediary for market participants in the environmental markets; provides client support, which includes structuring customized physical and financial hedging strategies in the spot, option, and forward markets; and builds auctions and electronic markets for the primary and secondary markets in renewable energy certificate (REC) markets. In addition, Skystream Markets offers transaction services in REC markets. Further, the company operates a trading platform that connects pools of capital with renewable power projects through an electronic process. It serves power producers and major trading counterparties. Skystream Markets was founded in 2009 and is based in New York, New York with a sales office in Boston, Massachusetts.

LiveClips

Venture Round in 2012
LiveClips is an innovator and leader in the development and delivery of video content from live sporting events to any Internet-enabled device. LiveClips is a game-changer. Its advanced technology automates the previously time- and labor-intensive processes of creating game clips and highlights, enabling broadcasters and rights holders to dramatically increase the efficiency of their sports coverage. LiveClips is also pioneering a new era of mobile engagement by creating instant in-game clips that users can filter by team, player and kind of play.

The Green Life Guides

Private Equity Round in 2011
The Green Life Guides, LLC operates an online site for wedding ideas, products, and services. Its products and services include business cards, live events, food and flowers, and service directory for vendors; products and gifts for weddings, bar mitzvahs, and holidays; living room furniture; table linens and flatware; appliances and electronics, baking, cleaning supplies, cookware, and cutting boards; baskets, rugs, candles and candle holders, centerpieces, curtains, and hardware; organization and storage products; blankets, quilts, duvets, sheets, mattresses, pillows, and accents; towels, bathroom accessories, rugs and mats, shower curtains, and personal care and beauty products; garden accessories, composters, and plants and seeds; and dog and cat supplies. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in New Haven, Connecticut.

Floop

Seed Round in 2011
Floop, Inc. operates as a mobile application that offers real time graphical interface. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Woodbridge, Connecticut.

NovaTract Surgical

Seed Round in 2011
NovaTract Surgical, Inc. is a medical device company focused on enhancing minimally invasive surgical practices. Founded in 2010 and based in Connecticut, the company develops innovative solutions such as NovaGrasp, a single-use laparoscopic grasper for tissue and organ retraction, and NovaTract, a dynamic retractor for various minimally invasive surgeries, including colorectal, urologic, gynecologic, and robotic-assisted procedures. NovaTract Surgical aims to address the growing fields of single-incision laparoscopic surgery and natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery, providing advanced tools to improve surgical outcomes for healthcare institutions and surgeons.

Isis for Women

Seed Round in 2007
Isis for Women specializes in the design and manufacture of sports and casual apparel tailored specifically for women. The company focuses on creating clothing that not only fits well but also enhances confidence and supports an active lifestyle. Their apparel combines distinctive feminine fashion with advanced technical features, ensuring that women can enjoy both performance and style. The garments are designed for easy care and comfort, appealing to retail and online shoppers who seek functional yet fashionable clothing. By prioritizing the needs of real women, Isis for Women aims to provide apparel that aligns with their lifestyles and preferences.

Atlantis Components

Series D in 2007
Atlantis Components specializes in the design and manufacturing of titanium abutments for dental implants. The company has developed a software system called the Virtual Abutment Design (VAD) system, which enables technicians to create abutments with unprecedented precision and certainty in the field of implant dentistry. Atlantis Components' designs are informed by extensive dental research and clinical input, allowing dentists to effectively restore implants using crown-and-bridge techniques. The consistent application of the VAD system ensures high-quality outcomes for both single and multiple unit cases, positioning Atlantis Components as a leader in dental implant solutions.

FitLinxx

Venture Round in 2006
FitLinxx, Inc. specializes in wireless activity and health devices, software, and integrated data services aimed at promoting active and healthy lifestyles. The company offers a range of products, including the FitLinxx AmpStrip, a waterproof heart rate and activity tracker, and The Pebble+, an all-day activity monitor. Additionally, it provides a suite of services such as the Active Gateway API, wireless devices for weight and blood pressure monitoring, and FitLinxx SyncPoints for automatic data transmission. FitLinxx also features a fitness tracking website and mobile-friendly applications that facilitate workout tracking and communication between users and facility staff. Their products are utilized by healthcare professionals, insurers, employers, and individuals globally to enhance wellness programs, improve workforce health, and guide patients toward better health outcomes. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, FitLinxx was previously known as Integrated Fitness Corporation until it rebranded in 1999.

EAInvest

Series A in 2001
EAInvest is an online financial services company that specializes in providing brokerage, financial planning, and practice management tools specifically designed for independent investment advisors. The company offers a range of services, including authoritative articles on significant financial topics and objective comparisons of various financial products. These resources enable advisors to create tailored financial plans and conduct thorough analyses of investment portfolios, enhancing their ability to serve clients effectively. Through its comprehensive offerings, EAInvest aims to empower independent advisors in navigating the complexities of financial management.
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