Sun Capital Partners

Sun Capital Partners, Inc. is a global private equity firm established in 1995 by co-founders Marc J. Leder and Rodger K. Krouse. With a focus on acquiring market-leading companies, the firm targets businesses that demonstrate defensible positions and potential for operational improvement and growth. Sun Capital distinguishes itself through its in-house operating professionals and a deep focus on operational excellence, leveraging its experience to enhance the performance of its portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying and acquiring companies in North America, Europe, and Asia across a variety of sectors, including consumer products, industrial manufacturing, and business services. Sun Capital's typical investment candidates are companies that can benefit from its operational expertise to drive value creation. This approach involves a hands-on methodology to support management teams in executing strategic initiatives, improving profitability, and expanding market share.

Since its inception, Sun Capital has managed a substantial portfolio, having invested in over 500 companies worldwide with combined revenues exceeding $50 billion. The firm operates with a clear business model, acquiring controlling stakes in companies and actively managing them to achieve a return on investment upon exit. Its clients are the investors in its funds, which include institutional investors like pension funds and endowments.

Keywords: private equity, leveraged buyouts, operational improvement, value investing, portfolio management, distressed investing, consumer products, industrial manufacturing, business services, middle-market