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We are excited to announce the Blackford Capital internship class of Fall 2023. Our six interns help support our portfolio companies and the Blackford team on a variety of projects throughout the semester. Get to know our Junior Analysts below. Kameron Norwood...
Blackford Capital, a leading lower middle market private equity firm, today announced that the company hasbeen named a Best of MichBusiness honoree in the Finance category. The Best of MichBusiness Awards program celebrates the companies and individuals that make...
The veteran healthcare leader brings a proven track record of strategic excellence, business transformation and operational expertise GRAND RAPIDS and MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., September 28, 2023 –– Blackford Capital (“Blackford”), a leading lower middle market private...
In the dynamic and fast paced world of private equity, the capacities to foresee trends, effectively manage assets, and drive sustained growth are table stakes. Blackford Capital recognizes that behind every successful portfolio company lies an exceptional leadership...
From supply chain issues to material shortages and everything in between, it’s more important than ever for manufacturers to be focusing on ways to lower the cost of goods sold (COGS) and demonstrate their value to consumers. Steve Feniger, a Blackford Capital...
Blackford Capital has been named a finalist for three 2023 M&A Advisor Awards including Private Equity Firm of the Year.
I had the privilege to attend the 2023 SuperReturn International Conference in Berlin last month, enjoying three full days of networking, panel discussions and breakout sessions. With over 4,000 General Partners (GPs) and Limited Partners (LPs) from 70 countries in...
There is power in numbers, and a spirit of positive collaboration and support creates benefits for both individuals and the group as a whole. Putting this concept into practice is Operating Partner Chris Wilson, who has created an E-Commerce Best Practices Group...
Grand Rapids, MI, June 5, 2023 – Blackford Capital (“Blackford”), a leading lower middle market private equity firm, announced today the acquisition of PACIV which specializes in industrial automation solutions. PACIV is a leading full-service provider of industrial...
At Blackford, our due diligence related to the executive management team and company executive processes is critical to assessing the potential success of any acquisition. When a private equity (PE) firm is considering acquiring a company, it goes through a due...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YpMlegPl24 Summary The exit of Quality Aluminum Products (QAP) represents a great example of Blackford Capital’s value proposition for family-owned businesses, and adds to our successful and consistent track record of investments in...
Blackford Capital is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based private equity investment firm that acquires, manages and builds value in lower middle market manufacturing, distribution and service companies.