Capital A Investment Partners

Capital A Investment Partners is a private equity firm that concentrates on providing growth capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Netherlands. The firm, formerly known as ABN AMRO Capital, became an independent entity in 2018 through a management buy-out. Capital A is managed by its partners, including Friso van der Zee and Quinten Erkens.

The firm manages several funds, with its latest, Capital A Fund V, having a fund size of €150 million. It targets established Dutch companies with a proven track record, typically with revenues ranging from €10 million to €100 million. The investment strategy focuses on acquiring majority or significant minority stakes in these companies to support their growth ambitions, such as international expansion, strategic acquisitions, or management buy-outs. Capital A operates as an active partner with its portfolio companies, providing not only capital but also strategic support and access to its extensive network.

The firm's portfolio is diversified across various sectors, including software, business services, and manufacturing. Notable investments include companies like Infradax, a circular IT hardware and services provider, and Carya, an automotive IT services company. The revenue model is typical of a private equity firm, generating income through management fees on its funds and carried interest on the profits from successful investments.

Keywords: private equity, growth capital, SME investment, Dutch market, management buy-out, majority stake, minority stake, portfolio management, fund management, strategic acquisitions