Our Investment Approach
A Long-Standing Dedicated Focus on Private Credit Solutions
Boathouse Capital works in collaboration with owners and private equity funds to come up with flexible debt solutions to support a variety of transactions across industries. We are active across the lifespan of our investments from sourcing, diligence, and accelerating growth alongside our partners.
Approach
We provide flexible debt and equity capital to support private equity funds and entrepreneurs in growing their businesses. Whether the need is for M&A, refinancing, or working capital, we craft custom capital solutions that address the requirement.
Flexible Debt
We simplify and expedite the financing process for our partners. Having a lean but highly experienced team, we are able to quickly and efficiently underwrite and close our financings.
Geared Towards
We provide more than just capital to our partners. Having invested in hundreds of companies and sat on scores of boards, we bring knowledge and a network of executives that help to drive performance. We also have operating partners that support our partner’s growth plans.
Consistent Results
Our Criteria
EBITDA Multiple Companies:
- Revenue of at least $10 million
- EBITDA of at least $2 million
- EBITDA margins of at least 10%
- Stable historical financial performance
- Modest ongoing capital requirements
OR
Revenue Multiple Companies:
- Institutional Ownership
- ARR of at least $10 million
- Cash Flow Positive
- Strong unit economics
- Minimum 10% organic revenue growth
Investments of $10mm - $50mm to Support
- Sponsor Finance
- Growth Capital
- Strategic Acquisitions
- Recapitalizations and Refinancings
- Independent Sponsors
Flexible Capital
- First-Lien/Senior Debt
- Unitranche/Senior Stretch
- Second-Lien Loans
- Junior Capital/Mezzanine
- Equity Co-Invest
We Approach Each Investment as an Opportunity To Unlock Value for Our Partners
We differentiate ourselves with our consistent focus on high value lower middle market businesses
Efficient Underwriting
- Long-tenured senior team
- Ability to lead diligence
- Best practices for identifying key items early
- Well developed network of industry experts
Dedicated Approach
- A consistent focus on lower middle market businesses
- Ability to provide support beyond our capital
- Competency in identifying areas of improvement
- A partnership mentality throughout the investment period
Add-ons
- Identify complementary add-on acquisitions
- Provide sourcing engine and establish dialogue with targets
- Strategic evaluation, underwriting and deal execution
Market Knowledge
- Ability to leverage senior debt partners to streamline capital raising
- Access to industry, investment banking and M&A experts
- Drive to improve performance with a diverse set of backgrounds
Efficient Underwriting
- Long-tenured senior team
- Ability to lead diligence
- Best practices for identifying key items early
- Well developed network of industry experts
Dedicated Approach
- A consistent focus on lower middle market businesses
- Ability to provide support beyond our capital
- Competency in identifying areas of improvement
- A partnership mentality throughout the investment period
Add-ons
- Identify complementary add-on acquisitions
- Provide sourcing engine and establish dialogue with targets
- Strategic evaluation, underwriting and deal execution
Market Knowledge
- Ability to leverage senior debt partners to streamline capital raising
- Access to industry, investment banking and M&A experts
- Drive to improve performance with a diverse set of backgrounds