Amadeo Global partners with founder-led and owner-managed businesses in the U.S. lower middle market, providing flexible capital solutions that support growth while preserving ownership. We focus on control and significant minority investments in companies with EBITDA of $1 million or more and strong management teams with a clear vision for expansion. Our hands-on approach helps businesses scale effectively while maintaining their entrepreneurial vision.

We partner with owner-managed and closely held businesses seeking liquidity while continuing to benefit from the future success of their company. Our investment approach includes leveraged buyouts, growth equity, recapitalizations, and corporate carve-outs, tailoring each investment to the unique needs of the business.

With a hands-on, partnership-driven approach, Amadeo Global works closely with management teams to implement strategic initiatives, drive operational efficiencies, and scale businesses effectively. As active board members and engaged investors, we provide the capital, expertise, and resources needed to build upon a company’s historical success and drive sustainable long-term value.

General Investment Criteria

• Owner-managed or closely held with shareholders interested in retaining an ownership stake in the business
• Headquartered in the US
• Minimum EBITDA: $1 million
• Strong core management team with a plan for continued growth and desire for an investor partner to help build upon the historical success of the business
• Diversified customer base

Typical Scenarios

• Asset Diversification: The shareholder remains passionate about the business and believes strongly in its future. However, the shareholder wants to diversify their net worth while continuing to lead the business, retaining control and a large ownership position.
• Diversification with a Shift in Responsibilities: The shareholder remains passionate about the business, but is seeking a change in personal responsibilities to dedicate time to a specific area of the business. The shareholder wants to diversify their net worth and retain a large equity stake.
• Cash Out Inactive Shareholder: Management shareholders seek to provide inactive or retiring shareholders with liquidity while maintaining control of their Board.
• Generational Transition: A senior family member seeks to achieve personal liquidity and facilitate estate planning while transitioning leadership (including control of the Board) and a meaningful economic opportunity to the next generation.