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"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

A Steady Course to Consistent Results

The hallmarks of Argosy’s success are consistency and focus. While many other firms periodically change course to follow current investment trends, we have not wavered from an investment philosophy that has produced consistent and enduring results for our partner companies and investors. The cornerstone of our philosophy is to invest in established companies with attractive growth potential that require capital to expand their businesses internally or through acquisitions, or to effect an ownership transition.

Argosy recognizes that many transactions are time sensitive. As a result, our ability to be responsive to our partners’ needs further sets us apart. We provide an initial indication of interest within a few days, and can move expeditiously through the evaluation and due diligence processes to a timely closing. Our structure and efficient processes facilitate quick decision-making.

Focus on Exceptional Companies, Stable Industries

Argosy invests in companies with a track record of success competing in markets with attractive growth opportunities. We carefully select our investments, focusing on later-stage, basic industries, and concentrate in:

Manufacturing and assembly
Business services
Franchising and licensing
Value added distribution

In keeping with our core competencies, we do not invest in start-ups, companies with excessive technology risk, or turnarounds.

Substantial Deal Flow Network

Argosy's success as a private equity firm with a consistent strategy is evidenced by our ability to generate a substantial, high quality deal flow. We have developed a broad contact network that generates a wealth of attractive investment opportunities. We also take the time to make referrals to other private equity sources when a transaction is not a good fit for us, and rely heavily on those same firms to reciprocate on appropriate transactions. Professionals in our contact network, such as investment bankers, senior lenders, and other service providers, not only provide deal flow for our funds but also offer valuable resources for our investee companies.