Founder-Led Businesses Preparing for Transition
Mid-Market Fund
Control investments supporting thoughtful leadership transition and long-term value creation.
You Built a Business Doing $5-15M+ In Revenue. You Shouldn't Have To Be Running Every Part of It.
Trivest has partnered with 500+ founder-owned businesses to take the operational weight off — without taking your company away. Our portfolio support team, M&A infrastructure, and growth frameworks exist so you can stop doing 12 jobs and start doing the one that matters most.
45 Years | 500+ Founder Partnerships | 80+ Transactions/Year | 65 Founders Have Reinvested Their Own Capital in Our Funds
Build the next chapter — without losing your principles
For more than 45 years, Trivest has partnered with founders to turn strong companies into enduring businesses.
We respect the culture you’ve built, strengthen what’s already working, and bring proven systems that help teams grow smarter, faster, and with intention — without losing what makes your business yours.
Why Founders Choose Trivest
Trusted by 500+ Founder-Led Businesses
Your In-House Team of Functional Experts
Trivest’s Portfolio Support Group
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PSG brings hands-on expertise to help businesses scale intentionally — not through cost-cutting alone, but through stronger systems, smarter commercial strategy, and leadership support where it matters most.
- Commercial Excellence
- Margin Expansion
- F&A
- Integration
- Marketing
- Sustainability
- Technology & AI
Who We Partner With
Built to Support Founders at Every Stage
Trivest partners with founder- and family-owned businesses at different points in their journey — from growth-focused founders to those preparing for a full transition. Our approach adapts to where you are today and where you want to go next.
Founders Seeking Growth While Staying Involved
Trivest Growth Investment Fund
Minority growth capital for founders who want to scale without stepping away.
Early Platforms Scaling Through M&A
Discovery Fund
Control investments helping smaller businesses build scale in fragmented industries.
Established Leaders Building the Next Decade
Recognition Fund
Control investments backing proven founder-led companies ready for their next phase.
Trusted by Founders, Again and Again
45
Years of Founder Partnerships
80+
Transactions Annually
500+
Companies Backed
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