Investors in Jamaica

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Digicel Group

Digicel Group Limited is a telecommunications company that delivers mobile communication, internet services, and home entertainment solutions across the Caribbean, Central America, and the Asia Pacific. Founded in 2001 by Irish businessman Denis O'Brien, Digicel has established a significant presence in over 32 markets, rapidly expanding its services after its initial launch in Jamaica. The company has diversified its offerings through acquisitions, including cable and internet companies, and has enhanced its portfolio with the introduction of media and live streaming services. Notable developments include the launch of the Play Go streaming app and a transition to a digital operator, providing customers with a suite of applications for sports, music, news, and messaging. Digicel is dedicated to community engagement, supporting educational initiatives and social entrepreneurship through its foundation, which has built schools and delivered health services in various countries. The company has received multiple awards for its services, underscoring its commitment to delivering high-quality communication solutions to its customers.
Made 2 investments in Jamaica

StarTek

StarTek, Inc. is a business process outsourcing company that specializes in customer engagement and support services. Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, StarTek operates across multiple geographic regions, including the United States, Canada, and various international markets such as Honduras, Jamaica, and the Philippines. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including customer care, sales support, technical and product support, order management, and receivables management. StarTek serves diverse industries, such as telecommunications, healthcare, e-commerce, and financial services, delivering solutions that enhance customer experiences and improve operational efficiencies. Its capabilities encompass omnichannel engagement, customer intelligence analytics, and industry-specific processes tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients.

Sagicor Financial

Sagicor Financial Corporation is a financial holding company based in Wildey, Barbados, with a robust presence in the Caribbean and the United States. Through its various subsidiaries, including Sagicor Life and Sagicor Jamaica, the company offers a comprehensive range of financial products and services. These include life and health insurance, critical illness coverage, property and casualty insurance, as well as annuities and pension administration services. Sagicor also engages in banking and investment management, providing a diverse array of financial solutions across multiple regions, including the Eastern and Dutch Caribbean, Bahamas, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, and Central America.

InterEnergy

InterEnergy Holdings Ltd. owns and operates power generation and distribution assets, and fuel distribution and logistics businesses in Latin America and the Caribbean. It operates wind farms, combined-cycle diesel fired plants, power barges, and an onshore plant; supplies electricity to the hotel and resort area in the Dominican Republic, Punta Cana, and Bávaro; and engages in the logistics and distribution of LNG to industrial users. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Greenwich, Connecticut with businesses in Dominican Republic, Panama, Jamaica, and Chile.

Sygnus

Sygnus Group is an alternative investment management company established in 2016, based in Kingston, Jamaica. The firm specializes in providing a range of financial services, including private credit, real estate, and private equity investments. In addition to these investment services, Sygnus Group also offers expertise in taxation, risk management, structured finance, capital markets, asset management, and wealth management, catering to a diverse clientele.

Barita Investments

Barita Investments Limited, founded in 1977 and headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica, is a financial services company that operates through various segments, including fixed income, funds management, and other operations. The company engages in stocks and securities brokerage, money market activities, and foreign exchange trading. It offers a diverse range of services such as investment management, risk management, financial and retirement planning, and advisory services for equity and debt raising, as well as mergers and acquisitions. Barita also manages pooled funds, including capital growth, money market, real estate, and pension funds. Its commitment to leveraging technology and enhancing client experiences distinguishes it in the market. Barita Investments is a subsidiary of Cornerstone Investments Holdings Limited.

PROVEN Investments

PROVEN Investments is an investment firm specializing in private equity, providing a range of financial services. The company is involved in fund management and offers investment advisory services to its clients. Additionally, it engages in money market and equity trading services, catering to the needs of shareholders and investors. Through its diverse portfolio and expertise, PROVEN Investments aims to deliver value and growth opportunities in the financial market.

GHK Capital Partners

GHK Capital Partners LP is a private equity firm founded in 2018 and based in Greenwich, Connecticut. Specializing in the lower middle market, the firm focuses on investing in established companies primarily within the industrial sector, including manufacturing, building products, commercial services, and logistics. GHK Capital Partners typically targets businesses with enterprise values ranging from $100 million to $400 million and EBITDA between $10 million and $40 million. The firm aims to partner with experienced management teams to enhance operational efficiencies and drive growth. GHK Capital Partners seeks to identify opportunities for recapitalizations, buyouts, and industry consolidation, focusing primarily on investments within the United States.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Capital Square Partners

Capital Square Partners Pte Ltd is a private equity investment firm established in 2014 and based in Singapore. The firm focuses on investing in the telecommunications, media and technology, healthcare, consumer and business services, and education sectors, primarily within South and Southeast Asia. Capital Square Partners aims to support companies that demonstrate potential for leadership in their respective markets, either as existing leaders or as entities capable of achieving leadership with additional capital and operational assistance. Through its investments, the firm seeks to leverage its in-depth market understanding to foster growth and enhance value in its portfolio companies.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

IDB Lab

IDB Lab is the innovation laboratory of the Inter-American Development Bank Group, based in Washington, D.C. Established in 1993, it focuses on fostering economic growth and reducing poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean. The agency supports private sector development by encouraging increased private investment and creating opportunities for disadvantaged populations. As a key component of the IDB Group, IDB Lab plays a crucial role in promoting development through innovative solutions that address the challenges faced by the region, ultimately aiming to improve the quality of life for its citizens.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

ICV Partners

ICV Partners, LLC, established in 1998, is a private equity firm headquartered in Miami, Florida, with an additional office in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm specializes in management buyouts, owner recapitalizations, and growth capital investments in small to lower middle market companies across North America and Puerto Rico. ICV Partners focuses on healthcare, food and beverage, consumer goods and services, commercial services, business services, and industrial manufacturing sectors. It typically invests between $5 million and $45 million in companies with revenues between $25 million and $300 million, and EBITDA margins of 10 percent or greater. The firm prefers to be a lead majority stake or controlling investor, contributing significant cash equity, typically 45 to 55 percent of the acquisition value, and using senior bank debt for financing. ICV Partners does not invest in startups, technology, or real estate companies.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Yorkville Advisors

Yorkville Advisors Global, LLC is a privately owned hedge fund sponsor established in 2001 and headquartered in Mountainside, New Jersey, with additional offices in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida; Denver, Colorado; Milan, Italy; and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in providing specialty financing solutions, primarily through structured debt and equity investments, with a focus on growth companies across various industries. Yorkville Advisors employs a combination of technical and fundamental analysis to identify investment opportunities, often acting as a sole investor in capital raises to ensure a controlled exit strategy. The firm's investment strategy spans public equity, fixed income, and alternative investment markets globally, with particular emphasis on sectors such as healthcare, metals and mining, energy, technology, and electric vehicles. Each investment is tailored to meet the specific needs of the companies involved, reflecting Yorkville's commitment to supporting growth and acquisition capital for public companies.

Canaccord Genuity

Canaccord Genuity, established in 1950 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is an independent investment bank offering comprehensive financial services. The company provides a full suite of services, including market research, equity sales and trading, analysis, and financing, catering to a diverse range of industries such as blockchain, cannabis, gaming, and technology. Canaccord Genuity also offers wealth management services through its subsidiary, Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, which provides tailored solutions to individual investors, private clients, charities, and intermediaries across Canada, Australia, the UK, and Europe. The company operates as a division of Canaccord Genuity Group and advises clients on debt, restructuring, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and financing transactions.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Alignvest Management Corporation

Alignvest Management Corporation, established in 2012, is a Toronto-based private equity firm that invests in middle market companies across North America. It specializes in buyouts, growth capital, and industry consolidation, with a focus on market discontinuities and attractive sectors such as telecom, real estate, and healthcare. The firm invests across the capital structure, including equity, debt, and structured equity transactions, and typically targets deal sizes between CAD50 million and CAD500 million, with initial investments ranging from CAD10 million to CAD40 million. Alignvest Management Corporation also considers co-investment opportunities and is open to both majority and minority transactions.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

HarbourVest Partners

HarbourVest Partners, established in 1982, is a global private markets investment firm headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. It specializes in providing private equity solutions to institutional clients worldwide, with a focus on fund-of-fund investments, secondary purchases, and direct co-investments. HarbourVest invests across various sectors and geographies, including North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, through primary fund investments, secondary investments, and direct co-investments in commingled funds or separately managed accounts. The firm operates as an independent entity and has a significant presence in Asia, with offices in Hong Kong, Seoul, Beijing, and Japan.

Bridgepoint

Bridgepoint, established in 1984, is a London-based private equity firm with a global presence. It specializes in growth investments, offering tailored strategies such as middle-market buyouts and private credit. The firm focuses on various sectors, including advanced industrials, business services, financial services, consumer, healthcare, and technology. Bridgepoint's investment range typically falls between GBP 10 million to GBP 75 million, supporting around 20 companies valued between GBP 30 million to GBP 150 million. It also provides syndicated debt offerings and manages credit opportunities. With bases in eight European private equity markets and operations in New York and Shanghai, Bridgepoint is a significant player in the global private equity landscape.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Muzinich

Muzinich & Co., Inc., founded in 1988 and headquartered in New York City, is a privately owned, employee-operated global investment manager. It offers customized fixed income portfolio management services to a diverse client base, including pooled investment vehicles, corporations, high net worth individuals, and investment companies. The firm invests globally in fixed income markets, focusing on high yield bonds, short duration credit, bank loans, corporate bonds, and government securities. Muzinich employs a blend of alternative long/short credit, corporate investment grade, and credit arbitrage strategies, utilizing quantitative, qualitative, and fundamental analysis with a bottom-up approach. It also considers environmental, social, and governance factors in its investment decisions. The firm conducts in-house research and invests across various sectors. Muzinich & Co. Ltd, a subsidiary based in London, United Kingdom, operates as an extension of these services in Europe.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Santander UK

Santander UK, a subsidiary of Banco Santander, is a major financial institution providing a wide range of banking services in the United Kingdom and internationally. It operates through three primary segments: Retail Banking, Corporate & Commercial Banking, and Corporate & Investment Banking. The Retail Banking segment serves individuals and small businesses, offering products such as mortgages, current accounts, savings and investment products, credit cards, personal loans, and insurance. The Corporate & Commercial Banking segment caters to small and medium-sized enterprises, mid corporates, and commercial real estate customers, providing loans, bank accounts, treasury services, invoice discounting, trade finance, and asset finance. The Corporate & Investment Banking segment serves large corporates and financial institutions, offering loans, bank accounts, treasury services, and various financial markets activities. Santander UK is known for its customer-focused approach, providing dedicated Relationship Directors for business clients and striving to make banking straightforward and tailored to individual needs.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Sol Global Investments

Sol Global Investments is an international company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, founded in 2014. It specializes in strategic investments and partnerships, primarily focusing on the cannabis sector. The company employs a private equity strategy that emphasizes thematic investments in growth industries, aiming to identify and support pioneering businesses that have the potential to disrupt traditional markets. Sol Global Investments seeks high-growth opportunities across various stages, from seed stage to initial public offerings, positioning itself as a growth-oriented firm dedicated to fostering innovation and expansion in dynamic sectors.

Blue Equity

Blue Equity, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 2004 and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, with additional offices in New York and Mexico City. The firm specializes in investments across various stages, including idea phase, seed/startup, and mature business cycles, as well as divestments of large public entities. Blue Equity focuses on growth capital investments, buyouts, turnarounds, and industry consolidation, primarily targeting lower middle market and later-stage companies. The firm seeks to acquire controlling interests in its investments, typically ranging from $0.1 million to $50 million, and often collaborates with existing management teams to enhance business performance. Its diversified portfolio spans numerous sectors, including distribution, media, hospitality, healthcare, and sports. Blue Equity aims to help enterprises realize their developmental potential through strategic partnerships and investment, contributing to both short-term stability and long-term growth.
Made 2 investments in Jamaica

CX Partners

CX Partners, established in 2008, is a New Delhi-based private equity firm specializing in middle-market equity investments. The company focuses on growth equity, buyouts, and recapitalizations, primarily in India. CX Partners targets sectors such as healthcare, financial services, consumer products, outsourced services, and niche manufacturing.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

TD Synnex

TD Synnex Corp is a prominent distributor and solutions aggregator within the information technology ecosystem, specializing in the aggregation and distribution of IT hardware, software, and systems. The company provides a wide range of products, including personal computing devices, peripherals, mobile phones, printers, server and datacenter infrastructure, as well as solutions for hybrid cloud, security, networking, communications, and storage. Operating globally, TD Synnex serves various customers, including value-added resellers, system integrators, and retailers across regions such as the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific. Additionally, the company offers business process services, including assembly services for original equipment manufacturers, integrated supply chain management, and a variety of financial and technical support services. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Fremont, California, TD Synnex is dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of its clientele in the dynamic IT landscape.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Alorica

Alorica is a business process outsourcing (BPO) company that specializes in customer experience services across various sectors, including automotive, financial services, healthcare, and retail. The company offers comprehensive outsourcing solutions that encompass the entire customer lifecycle, from customer acquisition and sales to care and support, as well as logistics and fulfillment. Alorica provides a range of contact center services, including inbound and outbound customer care, technical support, and content moderation. By integrating advanced technologies, Alorica aims to enhance customer relationship management and deliver a seamless customer experience across all service channels.

Oasis500

Oasis500 is a prominent seed investment company and business accelerator located in Amman, Jordan, specializing in the technology and creative industries. Established in 2010, it supports entrepreneurs by transforming their ideas into scalable businesses through investment and mentorship. The company identifies promising entrepreneurs, invites them to participate in intensive workshops that enhance their business skills, and provides direct investment opportunities for more mature pitches. Successful startups receive acceleration services for 180 days, focusing on growth and development. During this period, they benefit from the expertise of Oasis500's staff and a network of mentors, as well as access to a vibrant entrepreneurial community. Additionally, Oasis500 connects startups with a network of investors to facilitate follow-on funding, significantly contributing to the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in Jordan and the wider MENA region.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Bain Capital

Bain Capital, established in 1984, is a global multi-asset alternative investment firm with over $100 billion in assets under management. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the firm operates through several business units: Private Equity, Public Equity, Credit, and Venture Capital. Bain Capital Private Equity invests in various sectors, including consumer, healthcare, industrials, and technology, across North America, Europe, and Asia. Bain Capital Ventures, the venture capital arm, focuses on seed to growth-stage investments in enterprise software, infrastructure software, and industries being transformed by data. Bain Capital Life Sciences, a dedicated life sciences investment platform, invests in biopharmaceutical, specialty pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostics, and enabling life science technology companies globally. Bain Capital Double Impact, the firm's impact investing arm, builds great companies that deliver both competitive financial returns and meaningful, measurable social and environmental good.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Alantra Partners

Alantra Partners, established in 2001, is a global investment banking and asset management firm headquartered in Madrid, Spain. It operates through Financial Advisory, Asset Management, and Structural segments. The firm's core services include mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity capital market advisory, financial restructuring, and credit portfolio advisory, catering to a broad range of sectors such as real estate, technology, healthcare, chemicals, food, industrial, and retail. Through its private equity arm, Alantra Private Equity, the firm specializes in middle market investments, focusing on management buy-outs, buy-ins, and leveraged buyouts, with a preference for leading market niches and sectors undergoing consolidation. It invests in companies with an enterprise value between €100 million and €500 million and EBITDA between €7 million and €40 million, typically holding investments for four to six years. The firm serves clients across Europe, North America, Asia, and Latin America, growing with its clients and fostering long-term relationships.
Made 1 investment in Jamaica

Steel Partners

Steel Partners Holdings L.P. is a global diversified holding company headquartered in New York, specializing in a wide range of industries including industrial products, energy, defense, supply chain management, logistics, and banking. The company operates through several segments, producing a variety of goods and services such as brazing alloys, seamless stainless steel tubing, fasteners for roofing and building products, and specialty materials like fiberglass and carbon substrates. Additionally, Steel Partners designs and manufactures power electronics and custom mechanical components for diverse applications, including aerospace and telecommunications. The company also provides products and services for the food industry, including meat-room blades and cutting equipment, while engaging in financial services such as consumer and small business loans. Founded in 1990, Steel Partners is committed to enhancing long-term corporate value through operational excellence and strategic initiatives.