Not every business is well suited to an independent private equity sponsor. When the fit is right, however, owners often get better terms, more control, and a smoother post-close experience.
You want to roll equity and stay involved
Independent private equity sponsors are typically generous with rollover equity, often 20 to 40 percent, because they want experienced operators aligned through the next chapter.
Your business is too small for a midcap fund
Deals in the $5 million to $50 million EBITDA range are squarely in independent private equity sponsor territory and often too small for larger funds to chase.
You value transparency and a single point of contact
You work directly with the principals who will own and govern the company, not a deal team that disappears after closing.
You want a long hold or no forced exit
Independent private equity sponsors are not constrained by a ten-year fund clock. Holds can stretch to seven, ten, or even fifteen years when the business compounds.
You care who buys your company
Selling to an independent private equity sponsor means selling to people, not an institution. Many owners find that cultural fit easier to evaluate than with anonymous capital.
If you are evaluating a transaction in this space and want a candid second look, Solender Capital is happy to compare notes. Reach out through our contact page and share what you are working on.