We have invested alongside leading private equity investment firms since 1997, and in the process, have developed strong relationships with many firms. These Sponsor Firms often invite us to participate in transactions and investments they control, and we also work hard to originate opportunities for them. We typically establish a single-purpose partnership for each investment we make, with our Investors controlling whether (or not) they participate in the investment. Selected examples of our co-investment activities are set forth in the following Case Studies.

Case Study #1: CATALOG AND ONLINE RETAIL COMPANY

Millions of children across the US participate in celebrations throughout the year. In partnership with a proven Los Angeles private equity firm, we invested in a leading party supply company that posted double-digit revenue and earnings growth over the past five years.