MASSACHUSETTS CAPITAL RESOURCE COMPANY was established in 1977 as a limited partnership privately owned and funded by Massachusetts-based life insurance companies. The Company’s mission was to create a source of risk capital to fill the senior debt to equity funding “gap” experienced by growing companies. Their investment activity complements, rather than competes with, the financing provided by senior lenders and equity investors. Mass. Capital provides higher risk growth and acquisition capital to manufacturing, distribution, service and technology companies. They focus on emerging growth and middle market companies with operations in Massachusetts. Their investments are structured to fit the specific needs of portfolio companies and to complement funding available from senior lenders and equity investors.

Advantage Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 1992, specializing in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt investments in companies at various stages of development, excluding seed stage. The firm focuses on small businesses and invests in low-income communities, both urban and rural, to support state and local economic development efforts. Advantage Capital seeks to invest in companies that develop or apply proprietary technologies primarily in industries such as communication, information technology, business services, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, life sciences, and energy. Additionally, the firm provides debt and equity capital to real estate development firms and projects. It primarily invests in underserved states and communities in the United States, with an initial investment range between $0.5 million and $10 million. Advantage Capital partners with other investment firms and government agencies to support bank lending and economic initiatives, aiming to bring businesses, technologies, and jobs to communities in need.

The Jordan Company, founded in 1982, is a private equity firm specializing in buying and building middle-market companies across various industries through leverage buyouts and recapitalizations. With a focus on long-term investments, they partner with existing owners and management teams to provide liquidity, raise capital for growth, and create equity opportunities. Managed by experienced partners, The Jordan Company has completed over 100 investments and manages approximately $5 billion in committed capital. They typically invest in companies with enterprise values between $100 million and $2 billion and seek to take a majority stake in their portfolio companies. With offices in New York, Chicago, Stamford, and Shanghai, The Jordan Company has a team of investment and operations professionals dedicated to building value over time in their investments.

Sysco Corporation, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a leading distributor of food and non-food products primarily for the foodservice industry. The company caters to a diverse clientele, including restaurants, hospitals, schools, hotels, and other food service operations across the United States and internationally. Sysco offers a wide range of products, including frozen and fresh meats, seafood, produce, dairy, canned and dry goods, as well as non-food items such as paper products, cookware, and cleaning supplies. Operating through various segments, Sysco has established a strong distribution network with hundreds of facilities, which allows it to provide customers with tailored solutions and services aimed at enhancing their operational efficiency and profitability. Since its initial public offering in 1970, Sysco has grown significantly, achieving sales of $44 billion in fiscal year 2013, reflecting its commitment to building lasting customer relationships and supporting foodservice operators.

Riverside Company is a global private equity firm specializing in investments in growing businesses with enterprise values of up to $400 million. Established in 1988, Riverside has completed over 480 transactions and manages a diverse international portfolio of more than 80 companies. As one of the largest private equity firms in the world, Riverside Company focuses on both control and non-control investments to support the growth and development of companies across various industries.

August Equity is a London-based private equity firm founded in 2001, specializing in mid-market investments in service-oriented businesses in the UK. They focus on sectors such as healthcare, education, business services, and technology that offer opportunities for long-term growth due to changing demographics, regulations, and technological developments. August Equity builds strong relationships with family-owned and founder-managed businesses, backing individuals with innovative ideas and a drive to succeed. Their investment process involves in-depth analysis of industries and markets to deliver well-informed proposals. With a long-term investment horizon, August Equity aims to support companies in high-growth sectors to sustain and expand their businesses successfully.

Slater Technology Fund is a venture capital firm based in Providence, Rhode Island, that specializes in supporting early-stage companies, particularly in the life sciences, biomedical technology, information technology, and clean energy sectors. The firm focuses on investing in startups at the inception stage, often drawing from ideas and technologies developed in local academic institutions and government research laboratories. By leveraging both state and federal funding, Slater aims to foster entrepreneurs with the vision and commitment to establish robust commercial enterprises in Rhode Island. Typically, the fund invests up to $0.75 million per transaction and a total of $3 million annually, with a strategy that anticipates significant follow-on financing from other venture capital investors or strategic partners. Overall, Slater Technology Fund seeks to contribute to the creation of high-value, high-wage jobs in the region over the long term.

Foresight Group is an independent alternative asset manager with over 30 years of experience, specializing in environmental and solar infrastructure as well as private equity. With more than £2.2 billion in assets under management, the firm serves a diverse client base that includes private and high-net-worth individuals, family offices, pension funds, and other institutional investors from the UK and internationally. Foresight aims to generate sustainable dividends and capital appreciation for its investors by developing compelling long-term investment strategies. The firm is committed to supporting sustainable economic and social development through its investments. Foresight Group operates offices in the UK, USA, Italy, and Australia.

Blenheim Chalcot is a venture capital firm based in London, specializing in the development of seed, start-up, early, and mid-stage companies across various sectors. Founded in 1998, the firm has created over 40 businesses in industries including IT services, financial services, education, travel, software, sports, and media. Collectively, these companies generate sales exceeding £350 million and employ more than 3,000 individuals. Blenheim Chalcot partners with entrepreneurs and co-founders to build businesses from the ground up, focusing on high-growth sectors that are experiencing significant market, technology, or regulatory changes. The firm seeks to establish scalable platforms that address substantial customer needs, ensuring strong and sustainable profit margins. With additional offices in Nottingham, Manchester, New York, and Mumbai, Blenheim Chalcot primarily invests in companies located in India, the United States, and Europe.

Air Products and Chemicals, founded in 1940 and based in the United States, specializes in supplying industrial gases, related equipment, and selected chemicals. With a workforce of 18,900 employees and operations in over 40 countries, the company serves a diverse array of industries, including food and beverage, health and personal care, energy, transportation, and semiconductors. Its offerings include a comprehensive portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and various equipment and services, positively impacting consumers' lives globally.