Blackford Capital - Private Equity Investors in Grand Rapids, MI

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THEY SAY

Since Blackford Capital acquired Key Health, there has been significant improvement to many aspects of our business. The Blackford team helped our management team assemble a strategic plan that has contributed countless positive results to our business. They have brought a new vision and level of experience that we have never had before. I have been thoroughly impressed with their guidance and ability to help carry out growth initiatives. They are a pleasure to work with and we are very fortunate to have them as part of our team.
Jeff Trigilio, CEO, Key Health
Martin Stein, as a Board Member of Amtech, has contributed a tremendous amount to our firm. He helped us develop a rock solid growth plan, assisted with the development of our business model and has served as a great personal resource for me.
Doug Christie, CEO, Amtech
Blackford capital and its Operating Partners have been outstanding resources to our management team at Staging Concepts. Through Blackford's strategic guidance and assistance, we have grown into new markets, developed new products, established a CRM, enhanced our sales team, and increased our online presence. Their experience level along with their commitment to excellence is unmatched. We have thoroughly enjoyed working with the team at Blackford and would highly recommend their investment approach to anyone.
John Lewis, CEO, Staging Concepts

WHAT WE DO

Blackford Capital is a private equity investment firm that acquires, manages, and builds middle-market manufacturing, distribution, and service companies.

Invest

Blackford Capital has two practice areas that focus on accelerating growth with profitable businesses:

National Growth Practice – focuses on middle-market enterprises across the United States and Canada.
Michigan Prosperity Fund – focuses on middle-market enterprises headquartered in the state of Michigan.

Partner

Blackford Capital believes that long-term value is created through operational effectiveness, business model innovation, and effective execution. We are patient, long-term investors and understand that it takes time, effort and resources to build companies of lasting value.

GROW

We believe the most compelling opportunities to create significant value are found in companies that need new capital, modified ownership structures, and additional infrastructure to support their growth initiatives.  Therefore, we look for companies that have the potential to grow rapidly through a combination of acquisitions, internal growth, or improved operational effectiveness.

Deliver

Blackford brings additional capital and effective management expertise to its portfolio companies. Our team has more than 350 years of combined experience and has made over 100 principal investments. The firm’s investor and management teams include some of the nation’s most accomplished and respected executives, consultants and academics.