MidOcean Partners

MidOcean Partners was established in February 2003 following a management buyout of Deutsche Bank's late-stage private equity investments in the United States and Europe. The transaction was one of the largest private equity secondary market deals at the time, involving high-profile investors like the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and CPP Investment Board. The firm's portfolio, which was initially valued at approximately 1.5 billion euros, grew to 3 billion dollars within its first year.

The firm focuses on mid-sized private equity and alternative leveraged investments across various sectors including consumer goods, business services, and education. MidOcean has a history of high-return exits, such as its sale of Jenny Craig for five times its purchase price and The Planet Group for 8.5 times its investment. In 2021, Hunter Point Capital acquired a minority stake in the firm to support its ongoing operations and growth.

MidOcean continues to be an active player in the middle market, acquiring diverse companies ranging from professional training providers like Pragmatic Institute to automotive aftermarket specialists like Arnott Industries. The firm operates globally from its headquarters in Midtown Manhattan, managing over 12 billion dollars in assets.