About Us
Sagemeadow Capital Partners LLC is a Dallas, Texas based private equity firm focused on the lower middle-market. The firm was established to acquire founder and family-owned companies that can benefit from the Sagemeadow team’s extensive experience driving growth and building long-term value. Our objective is to honor the legacy of each owner while positioning the business for future success.
60+
Years of Cumulative Investment Experience*
$1.8 B+
of Total Invested Capital*
45+
Platform Transactions Closed*
*Represents the experience of the team, not all of which occurred at
Nearly 12 million baby boomers own privately held businesses worth an estimated $10 trillion of value, many of which will need to transition to new ownership over the next decade. It is estimated that up to 80% of small business owners have no succession plans and only 33% of business transfers are expected to transfer to the next generation of the family. Sagemeadow was founded to be a trusted source of capital and an experienced partner for founder and family-owned businesses planning for succession—helping stakeholders preserve both value and legacy through thoughtful ownership transitions.
At Sagemeadow, we are focused on conducting business the RIGHT way:
Relationships
We recognize that in private equity, capital is often a commodity and relationships are what matter the most. At Sagemeadow, we are focused on building and maintaining strong partnerships with our founders and management teams; and we are always available to support them on their path to building better businesses. We also maintain a deep rolodex of former executives and business leaders with whom we have worked in the past and we can leverage these relationships, if needed, to help support our portfolio companies.
Integrity
We always do what we say we will do. Integrity, trust and transparency are our core values that permeate all of our interactions. Whether we are working with an investment bank or business broker on finalizing a letter of intent, partnering with a management team to solve a mission-critical business issue, or updating a credit provider with an honest assessment of portfolio company performance, candor and truthfulness are paramount. At Sagemeadow, our word means everything.
Growth
We are steadfast in our pursuit of growth; not only in terms of financial performance, but also in regards to partnering with founders and management teams who adopt a growth mindset. At Sagemeadow, we do not dictate our decision making down to our management teams. Instead, we seek a constructive partnership that is built on mutual respect and collaboration. We seek true partners who will work with us to advance the best interests of the business rather than prioritizing individual egos and personal agendas.
Human Capital
We believe that people are our most important asset. We recognize that we are not only investing in our portfolio companies’ financial performance, but also in the people who work at these companies. We are committed to fostering a culture based on trust, respect, inclusiveness and support that provides opportunities for the advancement of all stakeholders.
Teamwork
We are not afraid to roll up our sleeves and work side-by-side with our management teams to help build better businesses. At Sagemeadow, teamwork is at the heart of everything that we do. Our passion is to build and grow lower middle-market businesses, working alongside our partners to make good businesses great and great businesses exceptional.