Searchlight Capital Partners

Searchlight Capital Partners is a private equity firm founded in 2010 and based in New York, with offices in London and Toronto. It specializes in middle-market investments across a broad range of industries, including media, telecom, information technology services, business and financial services, industrials, and consumer services, and pursues opportunities globally with emphasis on North America, Latin America, and Europe. The firm invests across the capital structure, in both equity and debt, and typically aims for a controlling stake, while also considering non-controlling holdings with significant governance rights. It seeks long-term, patient capital and provides strategic and operational support to help portfolio companies grow. It is experienced in complex situations, including distressed-debt-for-control and turnarounds, and collaborates with management teams to create value for stakeholders.

Ralf Ackermann

Partner

Riju Agrawal

Principal

David Antunes

Principal

Alexander Ardies

Principal

Alejandro Batista

Managing Director

Thomas de Canniere

Managing Director

Stephen Carroll

Principal

Owen Cartier

Managing Director, Value Creation

Luis Castillo

Principal

Cassie Chen

Principal

Aneesh Chona

Principal

Steve Colder

Partner

Christopher Cruz

Partner

François Dekker

Partner

Heber Ramos de Freitas

Partner

David Fuller

C-level Executive, Board Director, Consultant

Darren Glatt

Partner

Amanda Good

Partner, Head of Value Creation

Tom Hendrick

Partner

Lucas Joynt

Managing Director

Jonathan Laloum

Managing Director

Linshia Luan

Principal

Giles Marshall

Partner

Andrin Marugg

Principal

Ajit Pai

Partner

Prateek Puri

Managing Director

James Redmayne

Partner

Adam Reiss

Partner

Kurt Rive

Managing Director

Ben Ryan

Principal

Albert Shin

Partner

Joshua Shu

Principal

James Tighe

Principal

Macro Tinelli

Principal

Romain Tourneret

Principal

Willa Wang

Principal

Elliott Weinstein

Partner

Catherine Xu

Principal

Ryan Yaraghi

Principal

Nicolo Zanotto

Partner

William Zhang

Principal

40 past transactions

Gracie Point

Private Equity Round in 2025
Gracie Point is a boutique specialty finance company that provides premium financing solutions for life insurance, including financing for single-life, multi-life, new business, and in-force policies, as well as renewal-commissions lending programs. It serves high net-worth individuals and institutional clients by shaping leveraged life insurance strategies through access to multiple capital sources, including bank lending and proprietary capital-market products. Headquartered in New York, Gracie Point distributes its loan programs through a network of premium finance brokers, career agencies, BGAs, and premium finance boutiques in the United States.

RSK Group

Private Equity Round in 2024
RSK Group is a privately-owned multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy, specializing in integrated services for major infrastructure projects worldwide. They offer expertise in environmental impact assessments, clean-up operations, geotechnical analysis, and more to ensure clients operate responsibly and compliantly.

KORE Wireless

Post in 2023
KORE Wireless provides global machine-to-machine (M2M) network services, supporting a wide range of technologies including GSM, CDMA, and Satellite. They offer these services to application solution providers and enterprises through a unified business management platform.

Mainstream

Private Equity Round in 2023
Mainstream is a telecommunications company that provides optic fiber internet, VoIP, wireless, and security solutions. Mainstream Fiber Networks is a locally established company in Indiana with the goal of improving the lives of its customers, whether they are at work, home, or leisure. Their mission is to bring high-speed and dependable fiber-optic internet service to areas in the Midwest that have been overlooked. The values of the company are centered around loyalty, community, customer service, commitment, and family. As a member of the Mainstream team, the speaker is proud to be a part of this venture and excited to offer their clients the internet connectivity they deserve.

Consolidated Comunications

Acquisition in 2023
Consolidated Communications Holdings provides residential digital television, high-speed internet, and voice services primarily in the greater Sacramento area of California and Kansas City, Kansas and Missouri. The company utilizes fiber-optic networks to deliver fast internet access, high-definition cable television, and digital telephone services, including long-distance options. Consolidated Communications also offers bundled packages that provide additional savings to customers. The company emphasizes local customer service and offers round-the-clock technical support to ensure a satisfactory user experience.

Gresham House

Acquisition in 2023
Gresham House is a specialist asset manager providing funds, direct investments and tailored opportunities across differentiated alternative investment strategies. It handles private equity style evaluation and risk management through its strategic equity and real assets divisions, with expertise spanning timber, renewable energy, housing and infrastructure. The firm seeks to deliver sustainable financial returns and to build long-term partnerships with clients across the investment spectrum, including individual investors, financial advisers, institutions, charities and endowments, family offices and business owners. Its growth-focused activities extend to Gresham House Ventures, which backs ambitious companies in technology, consumer markets, and service sectors, leveraging deep networks to help portfolio companies realise potential. By combining disciplined investment processes with a focus on illiquid assets and tailored co-investment opportunities, Gresham House aims to provide diversified exposure to differentiated, long-term value drivers for a broad client base.

Wecom

Private Equity Round in 2023
Wecom specializes in providing high-speed fiber optic networks and broadband internet services for residential, small business, education, healthcare, and enterprise clients. They offer a range of services including hosted PBX, engineering, construction, two-way radio systems, public safety solutions, site leasing, and unified communications.

Synergy Marine Group

Acquisition in 2022
Synergy Marine Group provides full ship management services for modern vessels, encompassing technical, commercial, and crew management, along with consultancy across maritime sectors such as new-building supervision, port captaincy, vessel inspections, audits, and ship purchases, enabling end-to-end maritime services for a wide range of vessels.

Ziply Fiber

Private Equity Round in 2022
Ziply Fiber is a company that specializes in providing fiber-optic internet services to residential, small business, and enterprise customers across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. The company is committed to delivering fast and reliable internet connections without imposing data caps or annual contracts. Ziply Fiber's services are designed to support high-performance activities such as gaming, video conferencing, and remote work, all at reasonable prices.

Hemisphere Media Group

Acquisition in 2022
Hemisphere Media Group, Inc. is a leading media company focused on the United States Hispanic and Latin American markets, specializing in television and digital content. The company owns and operates several Spanish-language networks, including Cinelatino, WAPA Television, and WAPA America. Cinelatino is notable for its extensive library of contemporary Spanish-language films and critically acclaimed titles from various regions, boasting over 12 million subscribers across the United States, Latin America, and Canada. Hemisphere Media Group aims to provide diverse entertainment options, including movies and telenovelas, catering to the preferences of Hispanic audiences through its broadcast and cable television platforms. In 2014, the company expanded its portfolio by acquiring three Spanish-language cable networks, further solidifying its position in the media landscape.

Celestyal Holdings

Acquisition in 2021
Celestyal Holdings is a Holding company of Cypriot company.

Integrated Power Services

Acquisition in 2021
Integrated Power Services is an engineering company that specializes in the repair and maintenance of electric motors and generators. It serves various industries, including power generation, petrochemicals, metals, mining, and cement. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, such as in-shop repair, mechanical repair and machining, contract manufacturing, and extensive testing. Additionally, Integrated Power Services provides predictive and preventive maintenance, emergency response services, and outage management, all aimed at minimizing unplanned downtime for its clients.

Adams Outdoor Advertising

Private Equity Round in 2021
Adams Outdoor Advertising specializes in outdoor billboard advertising services, focusing on helping clients effectively connect with their target audiences at the local level. The company provides a range of out-of-home and online media solutions, including outdoor billboards, transit advertising, mall advertising, and zoo advertising. Operating across several states, including Illinois, Michigan, North and South Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Wisconsin, Adams is known for its unique and award-winning creative strategies. Additionally, the company emphasizes a people-first approach to client service, ensuring that clients receive personalized attention and expertise in audience-based multimedia sales.

Flowbird Group

Acquisition in 2021
Flowbird Group is a software company specializing in urban mobility solutions, focusing on public and private parking and transport ticketing systems. The company develops mobile applications and online services designed to measure, monitor, and manage urban mobility, ultimately enhancing the efficiency of city transport. Flowbird's offerings aim to improve environmental conditions by reducing air pollution, optimizing traffic flow, and simplifying payment processes for users. Through its innovative technology, Flowbird Group contributes to creating smarter and more sustainable urban environments.

All Points Broadband

Private Equity Round in 2021
All Points Broadband is a provider of internet services specializing in hybrid fiber-wireless broadband networks. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, the company focuses on deploying fiber-to-the-home networks in unserved and underserved areas across the state. By building these hybrid networks, All Points Broadband delivers reliable wireless broadband internet connections, ensuring round-the-clock support for its customers.

Care Advantage

Acquisition in 2021
Care Advantage Inc., founded in 1988 by Deborah J. Johnston, RN, specializes in delivering compassionate and quality healthcare services in personal and residential settings. The company focuses on providing a range of services including personal and hygiene care, companionship, nutrition and meal preparation, therapy and rehabilitation, disease management, and mobility assistance. By prioritizing skilled care and tailored support, Care Advantage aims to enhance the well-being of patients, allowing them to maintain health and independence within their own communities. The dedicated team at Care Advantage is committed to serving individuals and collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.

EasyMile

Series B in 2021
EasyMile SAS is a high-tech company based in Toulouse, France, specializing in the development of driverless electric vehicles and smart mobility solutions for the last mile. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on providing autonomous vehicles, including the EZ10 shuttle, which can accommodate up to 12 passengers for short-distance travel in urban and suburban areas. EasyMile partners with major manufacturers to implement its innovative technology, emphasizing safety and operational readiness. The company serves a diverse clientele, including leading transport operators, city authorities, airports, and educational institutions, and maintains a global presence with additional offices in Singapore and Denver, as well as partnerships in Japan and the Middle East. Through its advanced technology, EasyMile aims to transform passenger and goods transportation, delivering new and efficient mobility options.

Technical Airborne Components Industries

Acquisition in 2021
Technical Airborne Components Industries (TAC), based in Belgium, is a leading supplier of structural and flight control components for the aerospace industry. With over 30 years of experience, TAC specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing rods, cranks, brackets, telescopic rods, torque shafts, and rod ends using materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, composite, and Inconel. These components are used in commercial aircraft, regional and business jets, helicopters, military, and space programs. TAC's focus on this sector allows it to deliver competitive and comprehensive solutions, including design, production, and delivery of high-quality, lightweight, and cost-effective products for its clients.

Sightline Payments

Private Equity Round in 2021
Sightline Payments specializes in digital payment solutions for the sports betting and casino gaming market. Its flagship product, Play+, enables cashless transactions across various gaming platforms, including online, mobile, slots, table games, and sports betting. The company's platform integrates multiple funding sources and idle cash management systems, enhancing efficiency and financial management for clients.

Sightline Payments

Private Equity Round in 2020
Sightline Payments specializes in digital payment solutions for the sports betting and casino gaming market. Its flagship product, Play+, enables cashless transactions across various gaming platforms, including online, mobile, slots, table games, and sports betting. The company's platform integrates multiple funding sources and idle cash management systems, enhancing efficiency and financial management for clients.

GetYourGuide

Convertible Note in 2020
GetYourGuide operates an online platform facilitating bookings of global tours, attractions, and activities. It connects customers with providers, charging a revenue share for each transaction. The platform features customer reviews to assess tour quality and removes poorly rated providers.

Clearspan

Private Equity Round in 2020
Clearspan specializes in providing cloud communication and collaboration solutions tailored for service providers, government entities, educational institutions, and other enterprises. Their platform offers automated bulk provisioning, custom bundling, and various management tools such as auto-install, auto-attendant management, quality monitoring, inventory management, and billing services. These features enable clients to efficiently meet their cloud and digital transformation needs. Clearspan also provides a carrier-class communications management solution designed for contact center agents and supervisors, enhancing the overall communication infrastructure.

Consolidated Comunications

Post in 2020
Consolidated Communications Holdings provides residential digital television, high-speed internet, and voice services primarily in the greater Sacramento area of California and Kansas City, Kansas and Missouri. The company utilizes fiber-optic networks to deliver fast internet access, high-definition cable television, and digital telephone services, including long-distance options. Consolidated Communications also offers bundled packages that provide additional savings to customers. The company emphasizes local customer service and offers round-the-clock technical support to ensure a satisfactory user experience.

Univision Communications

Acquisition in 2020
Univision Communications serves the Hispanic community in the United States through a broad portfolio of television, radio, and digital media. Its flagship Univision Network is one of the five major U.S. television networks and reaches 96 % of Hispanic households, while the TeleFutura Network reaches 88 %. The company also operates a suite of cable channels, including Galavisión, Tlnovelas, De Película, De Película Clasico, Bandamax, Ritmoson, Telehit, and Clásico TV. Univision Studios produces and co‑produces reality shows, dramatic series, and other formats for its platforms. The Univision Television Group owns or operates 62 stations in key Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico, and Univision Radio manages 69 stations across 16 of the top 25 U.S. Hispanic markets and five in Puerto Rico. Its digital arm, Univision Interactive Media, runs Univision.com and Univision Movil, while the Univision Partner Group provides advertising and publishing services. The company is headquartered in New York City, with television operations in Miami and sales offices nationwide.

Global Risk Partners

Acquisition in 2020
Global Risk Partners is a UK-based company focused on acquiring insurance brokers and managing general agents with niche specialty businesses. It provides operational support, enabling partners to offer local expertise backed by national strength.

Bezeq Israeli Telecommunication Corp

Acquisition in 2019
Bezeq Israel Telecommunications is the largest communications group in Israel, providing a comprehensive range of telecom services to both business and private customers. The company offers fixed-line telephony, broadband internet access through xDSL technology, and various data communication services. In addition to fixed-line services, Bezeq also provides cellular mobile communications, including voice, messaging, and internet services, alongside a selection of mobile devices and accessories. The company operates through four main segments: Bezeq, which focuses on fixed-line communications; Pelephone, which offers mobile services; Bezeq International, providing internet services; and DBS Satellite Services, which delivers satellite television. Bezeq is known for its robust telecommunications infrastructure and aims to deliver advanced services while maintaining a strong financial position. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Bezeq continues to play a pivotal role in the Israeli telecommunications market.

Latecoere

Post in 2019
Latecoere is a prominent player in the aeronautics industry, focusing on the manufacturing and marketing of structures essential for aircraft. The company operates primarily through two key segments: Aerostructures and Interconnection Systems. The Aerostructures division is responsible for designing and producing critical fuselage components, including aircraft sections, tail cones, and nose cone fairings. In contrast, the Interconnection Systems segment specializes in the customized design and production of wiring systems, avionics racks, and test benches tailored for the aeronautics, defense, and space sectors, contributing significantly to the company's overall revenue. Latecoere collaborates closely with major aircraft manufacturers and airlines, ensuring robust support through repair and replacement activities. The company maintains a strong operational presence in regions such as Europe and Africa.

MediaMath

Private Equity Round in 2018
MediaMath, Inc. is a digital advertising technology company that specializes in providing solutions for advertisers globally. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, the company offers its TerminalOne platform, which facilitates data activation, automated execution, and optimization of advertising interactions across various media channels. MediaMath's programmatic marketing platform enhances customer engagement by utilizing predictive audience targeting and machine learning to ensure relevant messaging. In addition to its technology offerings, the company provides professional services that include programmatic strategy, analytics, technology support, and advertising operations, as well as training and certification programs in digital marketing. MediaMath operates additional offices in several cities across the United States and internationally, including London, Madrid, Berlin, Singapore, Tokyo, Sao Paulo, Sydney, Melbourne, and Bengaluru.

Mitel Networks Corporation

Acquisition in 2018
Mitel Networks provides cloud-based and on-site business communications and collaboration solutions. It offers unified communications and collaborations (UCC), contact center applications, voice and data telecommunications, SIP trunking, audio conferencing, and video/Web collaboration services through direct and indirect channels worldwide.

Anuvu

Post in 2018
Anuvu specializes in providing connectivity and entertainment solutions for mobility markets. It aims to connect and entertain passengers worldwide, offering digital platforms like Iris and Airconnect IFE Pro that enable airlines to deliver high-quality entertainment and scale with demand.

PatientPoint

Private Equity Round in 2017
PatientPoint specializes in point-of-care education, creating custom content for patients in physician offices or hospitals. Recognized for 12 years by the National Health Information Awards, their engaging and actionable health information drives meaningful outcomes for patients, providers, and sponsors across various care settings.

Harbortouch

Acquisition in 2016
Harbortouch, formerly known as United Bank Card, is a prominent national provider of point-of-sale (POS) systems and merchant services in the United States. The company manages merchant accounts for over 110,000 locations and processes more than $9 billion annually. Recognized for its innovative approach, Harbortouch has earned multiple accolades, including a spot on the Inc. 500/5000 list and Deloitte’s “Fast 50” list of rapidly growing technology firms. In 2011, Harbortouch introduced a groundbreaking program that allows merchants to acquire a POS system without upfront costs, instead requiring a monthly service fee and quarterly software support fee. The company's comprehensive offerings include credit card processing equipment, a suite of integrated technology solutions, and various support services, making it a leading choice for businesses seeking efficient payment processing and management solutions.

160over90

Acquisition in 2016
160over90 is a branding and creative services agency headquartered in New York, with additional offices in Philadelphia, Newport Beach, and Gainesville. The agency specializes in a wide range of services, including advertising, public relations, digital marketing, and content management. It also provides data insights and strategic partnerships, focusing on purpose-driven initiatives and marketing for higher education institutions. Through its diverse offerings, 160over90 aims to deliver comprehensive branding solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients.

Roots

Acquisition in 2015
Roots Corporation, founded in 1973 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is a prominent lifestyle brand recognized for its quality leather goods, apparel, footwear, and accessories. The company operates through two main segments: Direct-To-Consumer (DTC) and Partners and Other. The DTC segment primarily generates revenue through corporate retail stores and an e-commerce platform, while the Partners and Other segment focuses on wholesale distribution to international partners and licensing agreements. As of August 2020, Roots maintained over 120 corporate retail locations in Canada and the United States, along with numerous partner-operated stores across Asia. The brand is well-known for its commitment to quality and craftsmanship, including a dedicated leather goods factory in Toronto. Roots continues to uphold its values of integrity and longevity, offering a diverse range of products that cater to men, women, and children.

Ardent Hire Solutions

Acquisition in 2015
Ardent Hire Solutions is a leading provider of plant hire equipment services based in Enfield, United Kingdom. Established in 2015 through the merger of One Call Hire and Fork Rent, the company offers a wide range of construction equipment including telehandlers, excavators, scissor lifts, dumpers, gators, diggers, and forklift vehicles. Led by former Speedy Hire CEO Steve Corcoran, Ardent aims to deliver innovative solutions and strategic planning to its clients in the construction industry. The company is backed by significant investment and has plans for expansion across the UK with new equipment and depots.

TouchTunes Music Company

Acquisition in 2015
TouchTunes is a leading provider of interactive entertainment solutions for social venues, primarily bars and restaurants, across North America and Europe. Established in 1998, the company revolutionized the music experience with its digital jukebox, which allows patrons to pay for and select songs from a vast library. TouchTunes has expanded its offerings to include karaoke and photo booth functionalities, enhancing the entertainment experience in public spaces. Through its mobile app, users can easily locate nearby venues and control the music directly from their devices. With a commitment to innovation, TouchTunes serves over 75,000 locations, providing not only entertainment but also digital advertising and sponsorship opportunities across its multi-platform network. The company is privately held and headquartered in New York City, with additional offices in Chicago, Montreal, and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Ocean Outdoor

Acquisition in 2014
Founded in 2004, Ocean Outdoor specializes in premium outdoor advertising services. It offers large-format digital displays, iconic landmark locations, and banner advertising across major UK cities such as London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Leeds, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Bristol. The company focuses on quality over quantity, providing inspirational canvases for brands to create meaningful consumer experiences in the out-of-home space.

General Communication

Post in 2014
General Communication, Inc. (GCI) is an Alaska-based telecommunications company that offers voice, video, and data communication services to residential, commercial, and government clients. Established in 1979, GCI played a pivotal role in introducing long-distance competition in Alaska. Over the years, it has developed into one of the leading integrated telecommunications providers in the United States, providing a range of services that cater to the diverse needs of its customer base.

Hunter Boot

Acquisition in 2012
Hunter Boot Limited is a prominent manufacturer of footwear and outerwear, specializing in rubber boots, shoes, and sandals for men, women, and children. The company also offers a range of outerwear, including coats, jackets, ponchos, and capes, along with accessories such as boot socks, bags, umbrellas, and boot care products. Founded in 1856 and headquartered in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, Hunter Boot has established a strong brand presence and consumer appeal. The company markets its products through various channels, including online sales, partnerships with stockists, and its own retail stores, while also maintaining additional offices in London, New York, and Düsseldorf.
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