Our Sectors
We focus our investments in three interrelated sectors. Our deep domain expertise gives us a winning playbook for building value in each of these areas.
Logistics
We specialize in freight and transportation management, brokerage, and logistics.
Business Services
We specialize in critical function outsourcing for verticals that require strong domain expertise.
Specialty Industrials
We specialize in high-value, differentiated product and services companies with strong customer loyalty.
Select Portfolio Companies

Nocturne Luxury Villas
Luxury short term rental management and related services
Nocturne Luxury Villas is a leading provider of management and marketing services for short-term rentals of luxury residences. The company provides a range of property marketing, property management, and related guest services that enable homeowners to generate rental revenue from their vacation properties with limited personal involvement, while also creating exceptional experiences for guests staying at Nocturne properties. Built through the acquisition and subsequent growth of best-in-class local property management companies, the company has established itself as the pre-eminent consolidator in the luxury segment of the large, growing, and fragmented short-term rental management market. The business is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.
In March 2025, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Nocturne in partnership with management.

C-4 Analytics
Digital marketing services for franchise auto dealers
C-4 Analytics is a provider of digital marketing services for the franchise automotive dealer market across the United States. Since its founding in 2009, C-4 Analytics has developed a strong reputation as a strategic business partner for its clients, providing a fully outsourced solution for dealers’ digital marketing needs delivered through white glove customer service. Its comprehensive capabilities and agency approach have enabled C-4 Analytics to deliver superior results for its clients at a lower all-in cost. The business is headquartered in Wakefield, MA.
In May 2024, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in C-4 Analytics in partnership with co-founders Mike Weiss (CEO) and Justin Cook and existing management.

F&I Sentinel is a provider of compliance services for the automotive lending market. F&I Sentinel protects consumers, finance companies, and dealers by facilitating a compliant and efficient finance and insurance (“F&I”) product marketplace. The company provides cutting-edge compliance solutions to mitigate the reputational, financial, litigation, and regulatory risks of financing F&I products. The business is headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida.
In February 2022, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in F&I Sentinel in partnership with co-founders Stephen McDaniel and Matt Nowels and existing management.

CMC-ITI-CCS
Provider of repair and depot services for marine container and chassis
CMC-ITI-CCS is a leading provider of repair, maintenance, inspection, and storage services for marine containers and chassis. These services support the efficient flow of containerized freight across the United States. The company’s offering is driven by a highly trained workforce; long-standing relationships across multiple constituents (including steamship lines, ports, railroads, chassis providers, and labor); and a sterling track record of service established over multiple decades. The company was formed through the combination of three founder-owned businesses: ITI Intermodal (“ITI”), Marine Repair Services – Container Maintenance Corporation (“CMC”), and Columbia Container Services (“Columbia”), each of which is a leader within its respective geography. The common denominator for each company is a shared heritage of long-term family ownership and management providing best-in-class services measured by quality and reliability. CMC-ITI has corporate offices in Chicago, Illinois, Charleston, South Carolina, and Liberty Corner, New Jersey, and field operations across major port and rail hubs in the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast.
The investment was completed on a direct basis in partnership with each company’s respective founders (Vince Marino at CMC, Josh Cooley at ITI, and Bruce Fenimore at Columbia). Each of the founders has rolled significant equity into the combined business and is committed to its long-term success.

ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest-growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, safety & hygiene programs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving staff and patient satisfaction through its quality linen and remarkable service. As leaders in infection prevention, they own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. The business is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
In October 2018, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in ImageFIRST in partnership with management. Calera recapitalized ImageFIRST through a single-asset continuation fund in June 2023.

Atrium Home Services
Residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services
Atrium Home Services is a leading provider of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other non-discretionary repair and replacement services for existing single-family homeowners across the Midwest. Each of the company’s brands has a leading position in its home market, enabled by a commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and recruiting and retaining talented employees. The business is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
In December 2021, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in the founding companies of Atrium Home Services, in partnership with the company founders and management teams.

FitzMark
Freight brokerage and logistics services
FitzMark is a specialty provider of freight brokerage services across truckload, flatbed, refrigerated, and less-than-truckload freight markets. FitzMark has a long and successful track record of providing high levels of service to shippers and carriers with a talented and dedicated employee base, deep network capacity, and robust fit-for-purpose technology. The company serves over 2,000 shippers and 25,000 carriers throughout the United States. The business is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
In December 2020, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in FitzMark in partnership with the founder and CEO, Scott Fitzgerald, and existing management.

Thayer Infrastructure Services
Field services for utility and telecommunications industries
Thayer Infrastructure Services is a leading provider of mission-critical repair, maintenance, and upgrade services for the utility and telecommunications industries. Thayer Infrastructure Services has a deep understanding of how to deliver and drive day-to-day field work safely and consistently, and with high quality. The company operates in three primary lines of business: electric utility services, fiber deployment and other wireline telecommunications services, and wireless services. The company offers its services across a large regional area, including the central Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast United States. The business has corporate offices in Columbus, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan.
In March 2020, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Thayer Infrastructure Services in partnership with management.

Cypress Health Partners
Physical therapy and chiropractic services
Cypress Health Partners (formerly Bay State Physical Therapy) is the leading provider of physical therapy services in New England. Cypress Health Partners provides a wide range of evidence-based treatments, including therapeutic exercise, joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, neuromuscular education, spinal manipulation, and aquatic therapy. The company operates over 100 physical therapy clinics and chiropractic offices across Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The company is headquartered near Boston, Massachusetts.
In March 2019, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Cypress Health Partners in partnership with the company’s founder, Dr. Steven Windwer.

Arnott
Manufacturer of air suspension systems for the automotive aftermarket
Arnott is the leading global manufacturer of replacement air suspension parts and accessories for the automotive aftermarket. Arnott manufactures a comprehensive offering of replacement air struts, air springs, compressors, and conversion kits with a superior reputation for quality and reliability. Arnott’s products are primarily sold through leading aftermarket warehouse distributors and retailers serving the professional repair channel. The company is headquartered in Merritt Island, Florida.
In June 2017, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Arnott in partnership with its founder, Adam Arnott, and management. Calera sold Arnott to a leading private equity sponsor in November 2024.
United Dental Partners
Non-clinical services to dental practices
United Dental Partners, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading provider of non-clinical services to dental practices. UDP provides dental facilities, support staff and administrative services to dental organizations, freeing them up to focus on providing the highest quality clinical care for their patients. All Family Dental and Braces, First Smiles Dental and Smiles for Families are the firm's major clients. These practices provide patients with affordable access to multiple dental specialties, including orthodontia, pediatrics and oral surgery.
In March 2017, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in United Dental Partners in partnership with the Company's founders, Dr. Scott Goldman and Dr. Louis Whitesman.

The Evans Network of Companies
Asset-light, tech-enabled provider of services to operators within the logistics industry
The Evans Network of Companies is a leading non-asset-based logistics platform providing critical services at scale to a large and growing agent network of intermodal drayage, truckload, and freight brokerage agents. The company operates as an outsourced provider of non-core but essential services to its agents, including payment processing, technology, cash management, training, compliance, risk management, and national and regional sales support. Evans has a long and successful history of growing its agent network and servicing agents, owner-operators, and shippers with its highly value-additive offering. The business is headquartered in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania.
In February 2017, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Evans in partnership with CEO Bo Bates, the Evans family, and existing management. Calera sold Evans to a leading private equity sponsor in August 2021.
Carnegie Fabrics
Interior textiles and wall finishes
Carnegie Fabrics is a leading supplier and innovator of sustainable textiles for the corporate, healthcare, hospitality, and other non-residential building markets. Carnegie Fabrics offers design-driven textiles and other products for use in wall coverings, upholstery, acoustic applications, and other interior products. The company has built a reputation for its ongoing and comprehensive commitment to sustainability through all parts of its business cycle. The company is headquartered in Rockville Centre, New York.
In December 2016, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Carnegie Fabrics in partnership with the company’s President, Cliff Goldman, and management.

Transaction Services Group is the leading full-service outsourced provider of highly differentiated solutions and technology that enable businesses to efficiently accept recurring payments from customers. Initiating over 50 million transactions worth more than $2 billion annually, the company’s broad solution set provides clients with payment processing, customer service, credit control, debt collection, data analytics, and reporting services. Transaction Services Group operates under multiple brands, including Debitsuccess, PaySmart, DFC, and Harlands Group. The business is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, with operations across Australasia, Europe, and North America.
In November 2015, Calera Capital acquired a stake in Transaction Services Group in partnership with the company’s chairman and management. Calera sold Transaction Services Group to a leading private equity sponsor in October 2019.

RFIB
Independent Lloyd’s insurance broker
RFIB is a leading independent provider of wholesale brokerage services to the Lloyd’s insurance market. The company places premiums on a global basis in specialist insurance and reinsurance markets on a fee-for-service basis, with no risk taken onto its balance sheet. The company’s strong brand, domain expertise, and long-standing client base have been built over its 35-year operating history. The company is headquartered in London and has eight offices in major international centers.
In October 2015, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in RFIB in partnership with management and employees. Calera sold RFIB to a leading private equity sponsor in January 2020.

United Site Services
Portable sanitation and related site services provider for outdoor facilities
United Site Services is the leading provider of portable sanitation solutions and related site services in the United States and the only provider with a national operating footprint. United Site Services provides these site services and other non-hazardous liquid waste services to commercial and industrial businesses, non-residential and residential construction companies and building owners, special events, and government, military, and agricultural customers. The business is headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts.
In August 2014, Calera Capital acquired United Site Services in partnership with existing management. Calera sold United Site Services to a leading private equity sponsor in August 2017.

SterlingBackcheck
Background screening services for businesses
SterlingBackcheck is a leading provider of technology-enabled employment background screening services. The company provides criminal background checks, employment and education verification, drug testing, and other pre-employment-related screening services. SterlingBackcheck delivers its service through a front-end web-based interface and executes its searches through proprietary technology and a highly efficient fulfillment platform. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
In December 2010, Calera Capital made a majority investment into Sterling Backcheck in partnership with founder William Greenblatt and management. Calera sold SterlingBackcheck to a leading private equity sponsor in June 2015.

First Republic Bank
Bank and wealth management company
First Republic Bank provides private banking, private business banking, and private wealth management, including investment, trust, and brokerage services. Targeting high-net-worth individuals, First Republic Bank specializes in delivering exceptional, relationship-based service through preferred banking and wealth management. First Republic Bank has offices in San Francisco, Palo Alto, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Newport Beach, San Diego, Portland, Boston, Greenwich, and New York City.
In June 2010, Calera Capital and other private investors invested alongside First Republic Bank's management team to acquire the company from Bank of America Merrill Lynch. First Republic Bank accessed public equity capital through an IPO in December 2010. Calera primarily sold its shares in the open market, with the last of its shares of First Republic Bank sold in September 2012.

Grandpoint Capital
Southern California-based community bank
Grandpoint Capital is a Southern California-based community bank launched in 2010 by a team of recognized banking executives who draw on their many years of experience to lead a bank built around client needs. Grandpoint focuses on the financial requirements of businesses and their owners, entrepreneurs, professionals, high-net-worth individuals, and financial institutions. Initially capitalized with $80 million and with a clean balance sheet, Grandpoint is positioned to grow organically by attracting new deposit and loan relationships in addition to capitalizing on the Southern California banking market by selectively acquiring failed institutions and other community banks.
In 2010, Calera Capital and other private investors invested alongside management to launch and build the business. Calera sold its shares in the open market, with the last of its shares sold in June 2019.

Rock-It Cargo provides value-added logistics and specialized manufacturing services to the live event market. The company was founded with a focus on providing international freight forwarding services to the global music touring industry. Rock-It Cargo has since expanded into show production services and similar adjacent markets characterized by international destinations, a meaningful degree of complexity, and critical time sensitivity. Through expansion into new markets, geographies, and services, Rock-It Cargo has built a market-leading growth platform within the most attractive, defensible, and critical segments of the live event, fine art, industrial, corporate, and sports end markets. The business is headquartered in Lititz, Pennsylvania.
In December 2009, Calera Capital made a majority investment into Rock-It in partnership with existing management and employees. Calera exited the investment in a sale to management and employees through a recapitalization of the business in March 2015.
Ironshore
Commercial property and casualty insurance
Ironshore provides specialty lines of property and casualty insurance on a global basis, serving commercial clients through a broad network of multinational insurance brokers. Ironshore was initially capitalized in Bermuda with approximately $1 billion to support underwriting activities across a diverse set of specialty property and casualty markets. Through its platform in Bermuda, Ironshore writes property and excess casualty insurance for commercial risks. Ironshore's United States operations write commercial property and casualty insurance, including a variety of coverages in the Management & Professional Liability, Healthcare Liability, Construction, and Environmental specialty areas. Specialty coverages are underwritten at Lloyd's through Ironshore's Pembroke Syndicate 4000.
Calera Capital was a lead investor in the capitalization of Ironshore in January 2007. To support its continued growth, Calera also participated in a subsequent $300 million equity raise in June 2009.

LoopNet
Online marketplace for commercial real estate
LoopNet (NASDAQ: LOOP) is the leading online marketplace for commercial real estate in the United States. The company enables brokers to list properties for sale or for lease and submit detailed information on listings, including marketing descriptions, photos, key property statistics, and financial and tenant information to find a buyer or tenant. Commercial real estate agents, buyers, and tenants use LoopNet to search for listings that meet their criteria. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
In March 2009, Calera Capital led a convertible preferred stock investment into LoopNet along with company insiders, Trinity Ventures, and Rustic Canyon Partners. In April 2012, LoopNet was sold to a leading private equity sponsor.

IPS Corporation
Specialty adhesives and plumbing products
IPS Corporation is a market-leading manufacturer of a wide range of adhesive cement, structural adhesives, and niche plumbing products primarily for residential, commercial, industrial, and international markets. IPS Corporation’s products are sold under several highly regarded brand names, including Weld-On, Watertite, Studor, Truebro, and Guy Gray.
In July 2006, Calera Capital and management acquired a controlling interest in IPS Corporation. Calera Capital sold IPS Corporation to a leading private equity sponsor in February 2015.

Specialty Brands
Frozen food products
Specialty Brands is a leading producer, processor, and marketer of frozen food products, including hand-held Mexican appetizers and entrees, filled pasta, and coated appetizers. Company brands include José Olé, Fred's for Starters, Rotanelli's, Marquez, Posada, Little Juan, and Butcher Boy. Specialty Brands has a total of six manufacturing sites located in New York, Missouri, Texas, New Mexico, and California.
In September 2002, Calera Capital and Specialty Brands management acquired a controlling interest in Specialty Brands from a major United States corporation. Calera Capital sold Specialty Brands to Windsor Quality Food Company in December 2004.

Juno Lighting
Commercial and residential lighting fixtures
Juno Lighting is a specialist in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of recessed, track, HID, and fluorescent fixtures for commercial and residential use. Juno Lighting sells its products through more than 1,200 distributors and lighting showrooms across the United States and Canada and also sells directly to a variety of national department stores, specialty retailers, supermarkets, and commercial accounts.
In June 1999, Calera Capital and Juno Lighting’s management led the company's recapitalization. In August 2005, Juno Lighting was sold to Square D Company, a subsidiary of Schneider Electric SA.

Kerr Group
Specialty plastic closure products
Kerr Group is a leading provider of specialty plastic closure products to the pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries in North America. Kerr Group designs and manufactures highly engineered, proprietary, injection-molded plastic closures that incorporate functional features such as child resistance and tamper evidence. Kerr Group is recognized as a market leader in technological innovation. Kerr Group proactively works with many of its customers to design and manufacture closures to serve its customers' specific product needs.
In August 1997, Calera Capital acquired the outstanding shares of NYSE-listed Kerr Group through a public tender offer. Kerr Group subsequently acquired Sun Coast Industries, a manufacturer of specialty plastic closures, in March 1998, and McCormick & Company's packaging business, Setco, and Tubed Products, in August 2003.
Calera Capital sold Kerr Group to Berry Plastics in June 2005.

Kinetic Concepts
Medical devices used in wound care
Kinetic Concepts and its subsidiaries develop and market innovative medical devices for advanced wound healing and therapeutic treatment systems that address skin breakdown, pulmonary complications, and circulation problems associated with patient immobility. KCI's medical devices and therapeutic systems include V.A.C Therapy Systems, as well as specialty beds, mattress replacement systems, wheelchair seating, and related devices. KCI serves hospitals, nursing homes, and home care settings both in the United States and abroad.
In November 1997, Calera Capital led the recapitalization of KCI, taking the company private. As part of the transaction, KCI's founder and senior management team retained and reinvested a significant equity stake. KCI completed a $1 billion recapitalization in August 2003 and subsequently accessed public equity capital through an IPO in February 2004 and a secondary offering in June 2004. Calera Capital completed the sale of its shares of KCI in May 2005.
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Software Architects
IT consulting and training services
Software Architects is a leading provider of information technology consulting and training services. The company has vast experience in delivering customized solutions designed for Fortune 500 and middle-market companies. Founded in 1978, Software Architects is an independent company with more than 600 employees and consultants in offices nationwide. The company's client roster includes Bank One, Motorola, Qwest Communications, The Limited, Sears, Shell, and BMW Financial Services. The company is also a Microsoft Certified Partner and Gold Partner for eCommerce Solutions.
In March 2000, Calera Capital acquired a controlling interest in Software Architects. In February 2007, Calera Capital sold Software Architects to Sogeti USA, a Capgemini Group company.

Tapco International
Exterior building products
Tapco International is the leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of accessory products and professional installation tools for the remodeling and new construction of residential exteriors. Tapco's products include window shutters, gable and roof vents, and exterior fixture mounting blocks. Tapco's products are sold throughout the U.S. and selected European markets through four principal distribution channels: one - and two-step distributors, do-it-yourself mass merchandisers, and manufactured housing distributors.
Calera Capital and Tapco management acquired a controlling interest in Tapco International Corporation from the founder's estate and family in June 1999. Calera Capital sold Tapco International to Headwaters Incorporated in September 2004.
Coldwell Banker
Real estate franchise
Coldwell Banker has been the premier provider of full-service real estate since 1906. The Coldwell Banker system has more than 3,500 residential and commercial real estate offices with over 105,000 sales associates globally. Each office is independently owned and operated, except for offices owned and operated by NRT. The company is an industry leader in residential real estate and niche markets such as resorts, new homes, and luxury properties through its Coldwell Banker Previews International division.
In October 1993, Calera Capital acquired Coldwell Banker from Sears, Roebuck and Co., which was divesting Coldwell Banker in connection with a major restructuring of Sears. Calera Capital sold Coldwell Banker to Cendant (NYSE: CD) in May 1996.