Water Intelligence
Post in 2024
Water Intelligence plc is an environmental services and technology company specializing in the detection, remediation, and management of water leaks. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in London, the company serves residential, commercial, and municipal customers in the United States, the United Kingdom, and internationally. Water Intelligence operates through various segments, including Franchise Royalty Income, Franchise-Related Activities, US Corporate Operated Locations, and International Corporate Operated Locations. It offers advanced flow leak monitors designed to identify leakage issues and provides managed services for water and energy utilities, facilitating remote and automated meter reading, data storage, analysis, and presentation of meter data via the Internet. Additionally, Water Intelligence is engaged in franchising activities and operates corporate-owned stores, positioning itself as a leader in the water management sector.
SmartStop Self Storage
Debt Financing in 2024
SmartStop Self Storage, headquartered in Ladera Ranch, California, specializes in the ownership and operation of self-storage facilities across the United States. It is currently one of the seven largest players in this sector. The company offers a range of storage solutions tailored to diverse needs, including personal storage for households, business storage for commercial clients, office storage, vehicle storage, and student storage.
Skylight Lending
Debt Financing in 2024
Skylight Lending operates as a Lending-as-a-Service (LaaS) FinTech in the residential solar and home efficiency space.
Boston Properties
Post in 2023
Boston Properties, Inc., established in 1970, is a Boston-based real estate investment trust (REIT) that specializes in the ownership and development of office properties in the United States. As of 2021, the company's portfolio comprises over 180 properties, totaling approximately 53 million rentable square feet, with a focus on major cities such as New York, Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, and the Washington, D.C. region. In addition to office spaces, the company also owns limited retail, hotel, and residential properties.
Bre's Eats-n-Sweets
Grant in 2023
Bre's Eats-n-Sweets where you can get good eats and good sweets.
La Plaza Delaware
Grant in 2022
La Plaza Delaware is a nonprofit partnership created to increase opportunities, business savvy, and prosperity for Latino and minority-owned businesses.
Time Equities
Debt Financing in 2022
Time Equities is a full-service real estate firm established in 1966 and headquartered in New York. The company specializes in the acquisition, development, conversion, and management of both commercial and residential properties. Its portfolio spans across the United States, Canada, and Germany, reflecting a commitment to diversified real estate investments and asset management. Time Equities focuses on various property types, including office, retail, and industrial spaces, as well as residential units.
Rand Capital Corporation
Post in 2022
Rand Capital Corporation is a business development company based in Buffalo, New York, that specializes in private equity investments. The firm focuses on providing equity and debt financing to lower middle market and small to medium-sized privately held companies, particularly those engaged in innovative products, technologies, or services. It primarily invests in sectors such as healthcare, consumer products, manufacturing, software, and professional services. Rand Capital targets companies with annual revenues up to $10 million and EBITDA up to $5 million, typically investing between $0.5 million and $1.5 million, with total investment rounds ranging from $1 million to $5 million. The firm seeks to be a lead investor and prefers to take minority stakes while aiming for a board seat in its portfolio companies. Rand Capital generally holds its investments for five to seven years and emphasizes opportunities in the Western and Upstate New York region, as well as areas within a three to five-hour drive from Buffalo, including parts of Canada. Established in 1969, Rand Capital combines venture capital with management expertise to foster business growth.
People's United Financial
Acquisition in 2021
People's United Financial, Inc. is a bank holding company based in the United States, with approximately $48 billion in assets. It operates primarily through its subsidiary, People's United Bank, which was founded in 1842 and serves as a community-focused regional bank in the Northeast. The bank offers a wide range of services, including commercial and retail banking, as well as wealth management. It has nearly 400 retail locations across Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine, employing over 5,500 staff members dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service. The commercial banking segment encompasses services such as commercial real estate lending, business banking, and treasury management, while the retail banking division focuses on consumer lending and deposit services. With a commitment to community engagement and customer satisfaction, People's United Financial emphasizes the importance of empathy and expertise in its operations.
SparkCharge
Seed Round in 2020
SparkCharge, established in 2017 and based in Somerville, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing portable electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Their products offer fast charging capabilities and modular design for enhanced flexibility. SparkCharge aims to address the challenges of wired infrastructure by providing mobile charging solutions that eliminate the need for gas-polluting generators or external power sources.
ABLE Equipment Rental
Debt Financing in 2020
ABLE Equipment Rental is a prominent equipment rental company serving the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. The company specializes in a wide range of rental equipment, including aerial lifts, air compressors, generators, heaters, material handlers, and light construction tools. In addition to equipment rentals, ABLE offers sales, service, parts, transportation, and user training, ensuring comprehensive support for its customers. The company is committed to providing round-the-clock service and focuses on delivering hard-to-find specialty rental items to meet diverse customer needs.
Lessonbee
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Lessonbee Inc. is an educational technology company that specializes in providing an online learning platform and digital curriculum focused on health and wellness for students in grades K-12. Founded in 2017 and based in Mount Vernon, New York, Lessonbee offers a cloud-based reflective learning system that includes adaptive lessons and a shared content library. This platform enables teachers to access up-to-date, culturally responsive, and medically accurate health education content, track student assignments, and foster student engagement through regular reflection. Additionally, Lessonbee incorporates its proprietary HealthIQ analytics to evaluate student health goals and school climate, recommending personalized content from its extensive library of self-paced classes and video-based lessons aligned with state and national health education standards. By promoting collaboration among educators, parents, and healthcare providers, Lessonbee aims to enhance student well-being and health literacy.
Resintech
Debt Financing in 2019
Resintech is a chemicals company specializing in the manufacture of ion exchange resins primarily used in water and wastewater treatment. The company provides a diverse range of resins designed for applications such as deionization, softening, metals removal, product purification, resource recovery, and pollution control. In addition to ion exchange resins, Resintech also offers activated carbon and inorganic selective exchangers, catering to various client needs in the environmental management sector.
WGL Holdings, Inc. is a Washington, D.C.-based company that specializes in the distribution of natural gas and energy-related services. Founded in 1848, the company operates through four main segments: Regulated Utility, Retail Energy-Marketing, Commercial Energy Systems, and Midstream Energy Services. The Regulated Utility segment is responsible for selling and delivering natural gas to retail customers, while also managing interests in underground natural gas storage and pipeline facilities. The Retail Energy-Marketing segment focuses on selling natural gas and electricity to various customer types, including residential, commercial, and industrial clients. The Commercial Energy Systems segment offers clean energy solutions, such as solar installations and energy efficiency projects, primarily for government and commercial entities. Finally, the Midstream Energy Services segment invests in and optimizes natural gas storage and transportation infrastructure. As of late 2018, WGL Holdings served approximately 108,900 natural gas customers and 101,700 electricity customers across several states and the District of Columbia.
Hudson City Bancorp
Acquisition in 2015
Hudson City Bancorp, established in 1868, is a full-service bank specializing in community and consumer-oriented retail banking. It offers a range of traditional deposit products such as savings accounts and certificates of deposit, along with residential real estate mortgage loans and consumer loans to its customers. The company differentiates itself through its unique heritage and customer-focused philosophy, aiming to provide better value to its clients.
Cedar Realty Trust
Post in 2015
Cedar Realty Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that specializes in the ownership, operation, and redevelopment of grocery-anchored shopping centers located in high-density urban markets between Washington, D.C. and Boston. Its portfolio consists of 54 properties, totaling approximately 8.2 million square feet of gross leasable area. The company generates its revenue primarily through rents and reimbursements for operating expenses from long-term leases with tenants. Cedar Realty Trust is committed to creating long-term value and maintaining strong relationships with its tenants, focusing on core markets that offer growth potential.
Cedar Realty Trust
Post in 2014
Cedar Realty Trust, Inc. is a real estate investment trust that specializes in the ownership, operation, and redevelopment of grocery-anchored shopping centers located in high-density urban markets between Washington, D.C. and Boston. Its portfolio consists of 54 properties, totaling approximately 8.2 million square feet of gross leasable area. The company generates its revenue primarily through rents and reimbursements for operating expenses from long-term leases with tenants. Cedar Realty Trust is committed to creating long-term value and maintaining strong relationships with its tenants, focusing on core markets that offer growth potential.
EmpireCLS
Debt Financing in 2013
EmpireCLS is a provider of luxury ground transportation services, specializing in black car and limousine services globally. The company boasts a diverse fleet that includes luxury sedans, SUVs, and large-capacity vehicles, all operated by professional chauffeurs. EmpireCLS caters to a variety of clientele, offering services for private aviation, luxury hotels, meetings and events, and executive and VIP travel. Additionally, the company provides specialized services such as security details and VIP airport concierge services, ensuring a comprehensive and high-end travel experience for its customers.
LiquidHub
Debt Financing in 2007
LiquidHub, Inc. is a customer engagement company headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, specializing in digital solutions that enhance client interactions across various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and retail. Established in 2001, the company provides a comprehensive suite of services, including LiquidMarketing for campaign management, LiquidSales for CRM solutions, LiquidCommerce for e-commerce optimization, and LiquidService for customer service enhancement. Additionally, LiquidHub offers expertise in analytics, content development, and technology integration, aiming to address complex business challenges through innovative design and strategy. With a global presence, LiquidHub operates offices in multiple countries, including India, the United States, and various locations in Europe and Asia.