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Managing Director Profile, Sponsor Finance Team

American Capital's Sponsor Finance Group supports private equity sponsors with senior debt, subordinated debt and minority equity investments to provide for a quick, certain close with one trusted partner. With a focus on partnering with private equity firms, as well as directly with companies, our 40 Sponsor Finance professionals are able to provide a one stop financing solution and manage all pre- and post-closing aspects of a transaction, including sourcing and executing deals and monitoring portfolio companies.

The Sponsor Finance Group has made more than 200 debt and minority equity investments worth over $6 billion. The Sponsor Finance Group can provide one stop senior debt (first and second lien), subordinated debt and minority equity to finance acquisitions or corporate growth initiatives.

Mezzanine

  

One Stop

  

High Yield Alternative
  • Flexibility
  • Competitive terms and pricing
  • Speed to close
  • No flex
  
  • One source for all capital needs for fundless or in-between-fund sponsors
  • No inter-creditor issues
  • Post close syndication and limited flex on senior debt
  • No flex on 2nd lien and mezzanine
 
  • Known partner; ACAS holds entire piece
  • No public reporting / disclosure requirements
  • No non-call provisions; Low prepayment fees
  • No syndication risk; No flex
  • Light covenant package
  • Lower transaction fees

INVESTMENT CRITERIA

  • Middle market business services, consumer products and services, manufacturing, industrial, distribution, healthcare and food companies
  • Investment size of $10 million to $100 million million per transaction (will consider smaller investments for portfolio company add-on acquisitions)
  • Company EBITDA of at least $5 million
  • Minority ownership position of up to 49%

WHY AMERICAN CAPITAL IS A TRUSTED PARTNER

  • Certainty of Close: Powerful one stop funding capability, strong balance sheet, in-house due diligence and operations teams combine to assure a quick and certain close.
  • Expertise: Our dedicated professionals have a wealth of investment experience. We have invested in hundreds of companies through all business cycles.
  • Flexible Capital: We bring a flexible approach to each deal and can invest in a wide range of securities, including senior debt (first and second lien), subordinated debt and minority equity. We can also provide additional capital for growth, including add-on acquisitions.
  • Competitive: We have a low cost of capital and can be extremely competitive on pricing and terms.
  • Relationship Focused: Our core values are integrity, accountability, commitment, professionalism and a positive team attitude.

The Sponsor Finance Group has invested in support of 148 private equity sponsors. We invite you to hear more about what sponsors are saying about American Capital.