An Operational Partnership
Stonebriar Capital is a trusted and experienced acquirer for ownership seeking an alternative to a private equity fund, venture capital investor or strategic buyer.
Our Vision
Led by Paul Gillette, Stonebriar Capital was formed to search for, acquire and scale a single platform company to $100 million in revenue over the next decade. We aim to create an enduring category leader that will compound over many years through organic growth and add-on acquisitions.
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Paul brings a decade of experience in growing and leading small, privately held companies. His investment partners have invested in over 100 companies, with a collective portfolio exceeding $1 billion in total enterprise value.
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Stonebriar Capital's investment partners consist of 17 professional investment firms, family offices, and former entrepreneurs who have funded a Phase I equity investment into Stonebriar and will invest up to $50 million in Phase II equity to acquire one company with a total enterprise value between $10 and $100 million.
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With a focus on long-term value creation and a partnership-driven approach, we will collaborate with selling ownership to craft an exit strategy and transition plan. We are committed to working tirelessly to protect and enhance the legacy of your business.
Meet the Operator
Paul Gillette, Managing Partner
Paul has dedicated his career to growing and leading small- and middle-market private companies. He has extensive experience in private equity and M&A, as well as in leading teams through intensive change management processes. His expertise includes improving go-to-market strategies, sales operations, product development, and operational functions such as financial reporting, HR, IT, and cybersecurity.
Most recently, he was VP, Corporate Development for FoodChain ID, a private equity-backed regulatory and compliance software and TICC services company serving global food safety markets. Prior to FoodChain ID, he worked as a private equity investor at GenNx360 Capital Partners where he was responible for structuring and executing investments in family- and founder-owned companies. Prior to GenNx360 he worked in the M&A group at Jefferies supporting senior bankers on a variety of engagements.
How we’re structured.
The investment partnership consists of professional investment firms, family offices, and executives who have funded a Phase I equity investment into Stonebriar Capital Fund I LLC and will invest up to $50 million in Phase II equity to acquire one company with a total enterprise value between $10 and $100 million.
Upon acquisition, Paul Gillette will assume the CEO/President position and grow the business indefinitely with the support of the current employees and a newly formed Board of Directors.
Our Investment Partners
