Past and current portfolio company investments are focused on the lower middle market with businesses in manufacturing, distribution and services industries.

Insights, Portfolio Companies, Press Release

Blackford advises family- and founder-owned businesses to preserve the sellers' legacy.

The page highlights a labor market imbalance, with 5.2 million more job openings than job seekers and a workforce 2.75 million smaller than in February 2020.

Blackford Capital emphasizes leadership experience as a driver of value creation and supports executive development in its portfolio companies.

by Blackford Capital | Awards & Recognition

With a diverse and complicated array of challenges weighing down the global supply chain, now, more than ever, it is time to see sourcing as a strategic weapon.

Expansion of the leadership team enhances the firm’s ability to pursue new strategies and manage its rapidly growing portfolio companies to create value.

Blackford Capital announced the sale of its Imagining Supplies Consolidation (ISC II) portfolio companies to CWG International, Inc.

Blackford Capital sold Quality Aluminum Products to Gibraltar Industries in 2022, exiting its investment in the company.

Blackford Capital expanded its Deal Team in 2022, adding Rishabh Mukherjee to support investment growth and value creation.

Blackford Capital recruits interns from universities nationwide for its Junior Analyst program.

Grow and maximize your potential under the guidance of some of the country’s most talented and experienced professionals.

Blackford Capital offers two internship programs designed to prepare students for careers in private equity through hands-on work on real projects.

Christian Folkert supports investment sourcing, evaluation, and value creation at Blackford Capital.

Emily Heist leads Investor Relations at Blackford Capital, focusing on fundraising strategy and long-term investor relationships.

Gabrielle Snider manages investor communications and reporting for Blackford Capital’s funds and portfolio companies.

Kelly Potter coordinates travel, events, and administrative support for Blackford Capital’s team.

To create sustainable businesses that honor the legacy of the owner or founder and create a financial return for investors that secures their freedom to live the life they have imagined for themselves, their family and the communities they support.

The page provides access to investment information and downloads through Juniper Square.

Blackford Capital evaluates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance before acquisitions and encourages ongoing improvement.