CIVC Partners
MediumFirm Overview
CIVC Partners is a Chicago-based private equity firm that provides growth and buyout capital to middle-market companies.
CIVC Partners was established in 1970 as a subsidiary of Continental Illinois National Bank and Trust Company, then known as Continental Illinois Venture Corporation. Following the acquisition of Continental Illinois by Bank of America in 1994, the team formed a semi-independent firm with Bank of America's backing. Today, CIVC is an independent middle-market private equity firm supported by a diverse group of limited partner investors.
The firm focuses on providing growth and buyout capital to companies within the middle market. It has successfully raised multiple investment vehicles, including its seventh fund. CIVC typically targets sectors such as business services, infrastructure, IT services, and financial technology.
Recently, the firm has continued its investment activity in the data and analytics space, acquiring Colorado-based Datavail in early 2024. Its historical activity includes significant investments in industries ranging from legal support and compliance software to fitness clubs and regional banking.
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Notable Investments
Historical and current deals referenced in public sources.
Portfolio Companies
| Company | Sector | Status | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 829 Studios | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Allata | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| American Refrigeration USA | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Cary Street Partners | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Computer Aided Technology | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Continuum Companies | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Crest Insurance Group | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Datavail | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Elite Interactive Solutions | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| GPRS | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Highstreet | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| HR Green | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Industrial Networking Solutions | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| InnovateMR | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| iVision | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| KeyData Cyber | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Magna Legal Services | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Nationwide Legal | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| OTR Transportation | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Renu | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Signers National | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Specialized Elevator Services | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| StoneRidge Insurance Brokers | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| Strategus | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
| YA Group | — | Current | Visit ↗ |
Source: https://www.civc.com/companies
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Sources
- Wikipedia Wikipedia/Wikidata · public reference
- Firm website Firm website · primary public source
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