EBSCO Capital is responsible for the investment and acquisition activities of EBSCO Industries. We are primarily focused on new platform opportunities and add-on acquisitions but are also committed to venture and fund opportunities that align with our goals.
The below criteria speak to our preferences within each investment category.
PREFERENCES
| Platforms | Add-ons | Direct Venture | Funds | |
| Thematic Alignment | Strong Preference | Preferred | Required | Required |
| Size | $8-25M EBITDA | No minimum | No minimum | No minimum |
| Profitability | >10% EBITDA Margin | >10% EBITDA Margin | • Not pre-revenue • Rule of 40 preference |
Track record of high return on invested capital |
| Other | • Sustainable and clear economic moat • Diversified customer base |
• Growth equity • Venture |
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| Management | Proven and committed management team | Proven and experienced fund managers | ||
Professional Services(Engineering Services, Consultancies)
Distribution(Value Add, Need-it-Now, Equipment Dealerships)
Building Monitoring(Specialty MRO Services, White Van Industries, Water)
Light Manufacturing
(Durable Niches)
Add-On Interests For Active Holdings
Electrical Components
(Need-It-Now Distribution, Component Manufacturing, Panel Shops and Control
Systems, Niche Electrical Equipment).
Hydraulic Components
(Need-It-Now Distribution, Manufacturing, Engineering Solutions, Supply
Chain Management).
Enthusiast Products
(Fishing, Hunting, Outdoor).
Workspace Solutions
(Furniture and Storage, Utility and Storage Carts, Power Charging Products).
Academia Information Products & Services