Wayzata Investment Partners

Wayzata Investment Partners LLC is an employee-owned investment manager established in 2004 and headquartered in Wayzata, Minnesota, with additional offices in Boston, Houston, London, and Mumbai. The firm specializes in private equity and hedge fund management, focusing on the small- and middle-market sectors, particularly distressed markets. It employs a distressed debt acquisition strategy, targeting undervalued debt and equity of companies undergoing financial difficulties, including those in bankruptcy or restructuring. By acquiring controlling interests in these firms, Wayzata aims to stabilize and deleverage them before investing further equity as growth capital. The firm emphasizes the importance of strong management teams and strives to identify and incentivize top talent to drive successful investment outcomes.

Blake Carlson

Partner

Tyler Duncan

Principal

Ravi Lekhrajani

Principal and Director

Derek Pitt

Principal

Raphael Wallander JD

Principal

4 past transactions

Sebacic India

Venture Round in 2019
Sebacic India Limited, established in 2007 and based in Vadodara, India, specializes in the production of sebacic acid, capryl alcohol, glycerin, and mixed fatty acids. As a leading manufacturer and exporter of sebacic acid, the company operates one of the largest production facilities in India, with an installed capacity of 10,000 metric tons per annum. The company has made significant investments to ensure compliance with Indian environmental regulations and international standards, such as REACH, which governs chemical management in the European Union. By focusing on quality and eco-friendly products, Sebacic India Limited aims to meet the growing demand for castor oil derivatives while providing competitive pricing to its customers.

Biltube

Private Equity Round in 2009
Biltube is a supplier of the core board used in manufacturing paper tubes and paper cores for the yarn and textile industries. They also a manufacturer and supplier of paper tube and paper core and has manufacturing a protection packaging product edge protector.

Special Devices

Acquisition in 2008
Special Devices is a manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered energetic devices, primarily serving the aerospace and automotive industries. The company focuses on product optimization for high-volume production, along with automation design and development of its devices. By emphasizing quality, reliability, and innovation, Special Devices aims to meet the stringent requirements of its clients, ensuring that its products maintain a high standard in performance and safety.

Nanavati Group

Venture Round in 2007
Nanavati Group is a Mumbai-based chemical manufacturing company that specializes in producing a range of phthalocyanine pigments. Their products are utilized across various industries, including inks, coatings, plastics, textiles, rubber, and detergents. The company is committed to enhancing the quality of life through its innovative chemical solutions, contributing to advancements in education and health.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.