Shared Values Are the Basis of Sustainable Partnerships and Value Creation.
We are VALUES Driven
Our reputation is critically important to us. As a group, we are guided by the Stoic Virtues of Wisdom, Moderation, Fair-Mindedness and Courage.
Wisdom to make informed decisions based on methodically gathered data as well as a gut sense of what is right based on decades of experience.
Moderation to pursue value prudently and without succumbing to pressure to overindulge in available opportunities regardless of the cost to the organization.
Fair-Mindedness, in acting always and everywhere with integrity and honesty. To be viewed, in sum and substance, as objective, honorable and trustworthy partners.
And, finally the Courage to make the right decisions, regardless of outside pressures. To respond, rather than to react.
We are TEAM Oriented
We believe in building MultiplierTMcultures as espoused by Liz Wiseman in her foundational book of the same name. In particular, we are adamant on building cultures that benefit from the collective intelligence and talent of all employees, not just one or two leaders at the top of the organization. MultiplierTM cultures inspire all people to share their ideas, create a more collegial atmosphere and benefit from low turnover and efficient problem solving.
We are PARTNERS
With our focus on small businesses owners, we align incentives to ensure growth that is beneficial for all parties - employees, clients, communities and shareholders.
We Create a Shared VISION for Value Creation
Our vision is to elevate the performance of the companies we partner with by combining our decades of experience, our executive network and our established third party expert resources with the best practices of the companies we invest in. Doing so requires effort, expertise, and tenacity which, when executed well, generates substantial value for the partnership.
We are EXPERIENCED Investors & Operators
We understand the challenges management teams face because our team has been working with small and medium sized businesses for decades. We understand the path, as well as the impediments, to outsized growth and operational excellence, and have the experience and resources to maximize both.