Northwood Ventures

Northwood Ventures is a private equity investment firm founded in 1983 and based in Hobe Sound, Florida. With three decades of experience, the firm specializes in venture capital and buyout opportunities, focusing on long-term cash returns. Northwood Ventures partners with experienced management teams to foster growth and generate superior returns. The firm invests across various stages of company development, particularly in the consumer goods and services, communications, manufacturing, and information technology sectors. It typically allocates between $4 million and $15 million per investment, tailoring its investment structure to meet the unique needs of each portfolio company. Northwood Ventures has established itself as a sought-after partner for management teams throughout the United States.

Paul Homer

Partner

James G. Schiff

Partner

Edward Schiff

Partner

Jamie Schiff

Partner

Peter Schiff

Founder and Managing Partner

Teddy Schiff

Partner

21 past transactions

Songclip (Audiobyte)

Venture Round in 2021
Songclip™ is a new licensed music format built specifically for texting, social posts, and quick communication. Songclip’s multi-patented networked product solution, the Songclip API, integrates seamlessly into social platforms, mobile apps, and virtual marketplaces to drive expression, monetization, and music streaming. Songclip operates the world’s foremost searchable library of 5-30 second meta-tagged music clips, in partnership with the music industry. For more information, visit songclip.com

NJOY

Private Equity Round in 2019
NJOY, Inc. is an American company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of electronic cigarette products aimed at adult smokers. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, NJOY offers a range of products, including non-rechargeable electronic cigarette packs, rechargeable starter kits, disposable electronic cigarettes, and various accessories like chargers and batteries. The company positions itself as a pioneer in the vaping industry, advocating for alternatives to combustible cigarettes. NJOY's products are available nationwide, marketed through online platforms and a network of retail and convenience stores across the United States. With additional offices in New York City, NJOY continues to innovate within the rapidly growing vaping market.

Songclip (Audiobyte)

Seed Round in 2017
Songclip™ is a new licensed music format built specifically for texting, social posts, and quick communication. Songclip’s multi-patented networked product solution, the Songclip API, integrates seamlessly into social platforms, mobile apps, and virtual marketplaces to drive expression, monetization, and music streaming. Songclip operates the world’s foremost searchable library of 5-30 second meta-tagged music clips, in partnership with the music industry. For more information, visit songclip.com

Deep Freeze Fishing

Seed Round in 2016
Deep Freeze Fishing makes ice fishing equipment. Primary products are the BumpBat, One Shot Skimmer, and BlueTipz. BlueTipz is a wireless tip-up alert that notifies your smartphone when you get a strike. One Shot Skimmer is a tool that allows you to clear slush out of your ice fishing hole quickly. BumpBats are multipurpose tools used to measure fish length and humanely kill your catch.

E-Z Eat Enterprises

Seed Round in 2016
E-Z Eat Enterprises develops devices that help disabled persons eat handheld foods. Its headquarters is in Eagle River in Wisconsin.

Daiya Foods

Venture Round in 2015
Daiya Foods is a rapidly growing manufacturer of plant-based food products based in Burnaby, Canada, with a strong presence in the US and Canada. The company offers a diverse portfolio that includes cheese alternatives, yogurt alternatives, dressings, desserts, gluten-free pizzas, flatbreads, mac and cheese, and cheesecake. Daiya's products are designed to appeal to a broad range of consumers, including health-conscious individuals, vegans, vegetarians, and those with food allergies and intolerances. The brand's commitment to creating delicious, dairy-free options has led to significant success with both existing and new retailers across various channels in North America.

TriState Capital

Venture Round in 2010
TriState Capital Holdings, Inc. serves as the bank holding company for TriState Capital Bank, offering a range of banking products and services primarily targeted at middle-market businesses and high-net-worth individuals in the United States. The company operates through two main segments: Bank and Investment Management. Its banking services include various deposit products such as checking accounts, money market accounts, and certificates of deposit, alongside an array of loan options secured by cash, marketable securities, or real estate. Additionally, the bank provides liquidity and treasury management services, including online balance reporting and foreign exchange services. The investment management segment offers advisory services for equity and fixed income, catering to ultra-high-net-worth and institutional clients. TriState Capital operates from its headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in Cleveland, Philadelphia, Edison, and New York. Founded in 2006, the company continues to focus on delivering tailored financial solutions to its clients.

Celebration Restaurant Group

Acquisition in 2009
Operator of restaurants intended to make a difference for people, customers and communities. The company operates several dine-in and delivery restaurants, providing customers with food centers to choose from as per their likes.

Vivid Restaurant Concepts

Venture Round in 2007
Vivid Restaurant Concepts is a company that operates a chain of restaurants across the United States. It specializes in providing a diverse range of cuisines, catering to various tastes and preferences. By focusing on delivering quality food and a pleasant dining experience, Vivid Restaurant Concepts aims to attract a broad customer base and maintain its presence in the competitive restaurant industry.

Orbcomm

Private Equity Round in 2006
ORBCOMM Inc. is a provider of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, specializing in tracking, monitoring, and control services for various industries, including transportation, maritime, and heavy equipment. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes network connectivity, device management, and web reporting applications aimed at enhancing the security and operational efficiency of assets such as trailers, trucks, rail cars, and marine vessels. ORBCOMM utilizes its own low-Earth orbit satellite constellation alongside terrestrial cellular communication to deliver reliable connectivity. Its offerings also encompass Automatic Identification System (AIS) data services for vessel navigation and safety, as well as various fleet management solutions. The company markets its products directly to original equipment manufacturers, government entities, and end-users, as well as through partnerships with market channel affiliates. Founded in 2001, ORBCOMM is headquartered in Rochelle Park, New Jersey, with a network control center in Dulles, Virginia.

Community Broadcasters

Private Equity Round in 2006
Community Broadcasters, LLC is a company that owns and operates radio stations in New York, Massachusetts, and South Carolina, with additional operations in Florida. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, the company focuses on providing local content, including news, sports, and community events, as well as adult contemporary music. It manages multiple clusters of radio stations across upstate New York and South Carolina, enhancing its reach and influence in these regions. Through its broadcasting services, Community Broadcasters aims to engage local audiences and contribute to the communities it serves.

ezgov.com

Venture Round in 2003
ezgov.com is an online resource that offers government-related information for its users.

Stir Crazy

Venture Round in 2003
Stir Crazy is a restaurant chain that specializes in Asian-style stir fry food and other Asian-themed dishes. The chain is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

IPWireless

Funding Round in 2002
IPWireless is a pioneer in developing and delivering next generation wireless solutions, including silicon, software, and network infrastructure, based on 3GPP, the world's leading mobile standard. They provide some of the world's largest mobile network operators, governments, and device vendors with innovative solutions that deliver the performance, reliability, and compelling business economics they require so they can stay ahead of their competition and offer their subscribers the value-added services they demand.

S&P Capital IQ

Series C in 2002
S&P Capital IQ provides information and software solutions to financial institutions, advisory firms, and corporations. We help clients access deep information on companies, people, securities, industries, and markets worldwide. Our solutions are provided through our web and Excel-based applications as well as client-side systems.

ThruComm

Series D in 2001
ThruComm is a provider of end-to-end digital data communication solutions for commercial mission critical applications.

Exario Networks

Venture Round in 2001
Exario Networks is a network service provider specializing in managed voice and data solutions.

New World Communications

Venture Round in 2000
NewWorld Communications is an information technology and communications consulting firm that enables midsize businesses and enterprises to implement network, mobility, and cloud solutions. It also offers contract negotiation, strategic planning and design, project management and implementation, and support services. NewWorld Communications was acquired by Nextel Communications in January 2003. NewWorld Communications was founded in 1999 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

CapitalKey Advisors

Venture Round in 2000
CapitalKey blends cutting-edge Internet technology with traditional investment banking services to provide small and emerging businesses with professional advice and effective access to capital. While most investment banks largely ignore this market, CapitalKey's revolutionary approach provides smaller companies with investment banking experience and sound advice to help them successfully achieve their financing and merger and acquisition objectives. They combine technology, information, strong relationships and experience to help venture stage and mature companies with up to $100 million in sales, across a broad spectrum of industries. They enter relationships with clients on a non-exclusive, success-based basis, which makes working with us easy and completely risk-free. They keep all client material in the strictest of confidence. When small and emerging companies seek growth capital or want to be sold, they are often either unsuccessful or experience a difficult, time-consuming process. Identifying, contacting and working with targeted potential investors is extremely challenging. Additionally, these companies are typically unable to attract sophisticated and knowledgeable advisors to help them navigate through the complex private capital markets.

ezgov.com

Series B in 2000
ezgov.com is an online resource that offers government-related information for its users.

VeloCom

Private Equity Round in 2000
VeloCom is an international broadband communications company. It is based in Englewood, Colorado, United States.
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