What allows some businesses to take advantage of major transitions, using change as a springboard to greater success, while other companies fail to meet the challenges posed by �major life events�?  A change in ownership, for example, can be an exciting and rewarding time for a company�s management and employees, who may approach the business with renewed vigor and a sense of optimism. All too often, however, a change in ownership is perceived as unsettling and negative. This attitude or concern can in turn damage fruitful relationships between the company and its customers, its suppliers, and its employees. Unfortunately, in many cases ownership change itself can erode trust that took years, even decades, to build.  

The goal of Mountain Group Capital, LLC is to be a preferred financial partner for companies facing an ownership change. We generally seek to take a controlling ownership position by making substantial equity investments in operating companies with annual sales of up to $30 million.   You can learn more about our investment criteria here, but generally we look for manufacturing companies in the southeastern U.S. with sound business franchises, proven management teams, and minimal long-term debt.

We believe a combination of factors distinguishes MGC from other financial buyers:

MGC is a family-owned and operated company, which allows us to take a flexible approach in making investment decisions, structuring transactions, and evaluating ongoing business operations. Most other financial buyers are subject to the pressures of satisfying �outside� fund investors, whose investment objectives may at times conflict with the longer-term strategic interests of a company.

Our commitment to building a true partnership with the management and employees of the businesses we work with.  Money alone cannot assure a successful transition in the life of company, and that�s why the MGC team seeks to build companies, communities, and people by entering into relationships characterized by integrity, mutual trust, and teamwork. We seek superior investment returns by working in close partnership with management to build sustainable value in each company in which we invest.

The breadth of experience of the principals of MGC spans finance, law, and company operations.  We believe we are able to help companies face any challenge by drawing upon our experiences and contacts in a range of fields.

If you are an owner, manager, or advisor of a company and believe we might be able to help you, please contact us.

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