Crown Capital Partners Inc. (CRWN)

Overview

Crown Capital Partners Inc., established in 2000 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is a diversified private equity firm with an additional office in Calgary, Canada. The firm operates extensively in the field of acquisitions, special situations, and corporate finance, servicing middle market companies primarily in Canada and selectively in North America, including the United States. With a focus on niche markets, Crown Capital targets a wide array of sectors, aiming to support businesses through various stages of growth and development. Their investment strategy encompasses a broad spectrum from providing substantial growth capital to facilitating complex buyout transactions.

Products and Services

• Acquisitions, Special Situations, and Leveraged Buyouts:

Expertise in handling buyout transactions, acquisitions, and navigating through special financial or operational situations to maximize value.

• Subordinated Debt and Recapitalizations:

Offers flexible financing solutions in the form of subordinated debt for companies looking to recapitalize or restructure their financials without diluting ownership.

• PIPEs (Private Investment in Public Equity) and Industry Consolidation:

Facilitates investments in public companies through private placements, supporting industry consolidation efforts.

• Mezzanine and Alternative Debts:

Provides mezzanine financing, a hybrid of debt and equity, enabling companies to grow without significant equity dilution. Also offers alternative debt structures tailored to specific needs.

• Bridge Loans and Growth Capital Investments:

Offers short-term bridge financing solutions for companies in transitional phases, as well as growth capital for expanding businesses.

• Leveraged Working Capital Loan:

Provides leveraged loans to support the working capital needs of growing companies, helping them scale operations effectively.

• Royalty Investments:

Invests in companies through royalty financing, allowing businesses to maintain equity while securing necessary capital.

• Distressed Loans:

Targets opportunities in distressed loans, acquiring senior positions in the portfolio company’s balance sheet to manage and turn around the business.

Targeting a diverse range of sectors, the firm is not confined to traditional industries but seeks opportunities where it can add significant value. Investments typically range between $1 million and $25 million for companies with sales between $10 million and $200 million. Crown Capital Partners Inc. is strategic in its approach, aiming for control or majority stakes, with a preferred investment exit in less than five years.