Attracted by a proven combination of management expertise, responsiveness, flexibility and focus, more than 60 operating companies have chosen Argosy as their investment partner since 1989.
 
"Argosy's responsiveness and flexibility in providing equity and mezzanine capital sets them apart. They have continued to add value with strategic advice as we grow our business internally and through acquisitions."

Clinton E. Kasten, CEO, 
The Kasten Group
Background
  • Private equity firm founded in 1989
  • Over $300 million invested and under management
  • Affiliated real estate and passive fund investments
  • Excellent investment track record

Organization
  • Operating as Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) licensee since 1997
  • Six investment professionals
  • Stable team of partners -- no turnover since inception

Industry Expertise
  • Manufacturing and assembly
  • Business services
  • Franchising and licensing
  • Value added distribution

Investment Criteria
  • Minimum $10 million revenue and positive cash flow
  • Eastern half of U.S. Preferred
  • Growth and acquisition financing of $2 to $6 million
  • No high tech, retail or turnarounds