Bird Dog Equity

General contacts

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

1989

AUM

$200 M

Location

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

Investment Ticket

$50-100 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 15 August, 2026

Profile

Bird Dog Equity Partners is a private equity firm based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, founded in 2010. The firm was co-founded by Paul Schock, who previously co-founded Bluestem Capital, and Chad Hatch, who serves as a managing partner. The team consists of five professionals, including four partners, and emphasizes a 'people first' approach, focusing on integrity and strong work ethics in their investment strategy.

The firm primarily invests in the hospitality and manufacturing sectors, with a focus on companies in the Midwest region of the United States. Bird Dog Equity Partners engages in growth and expansion investments, as well as buyouts, and has a portfolio of 16 companies. They have deployed over $200 million in capital, although specific check sizes are not detailed. The firm is actively seeking new investments and maintains a disciplined approach to generating returns.

Notable investments include Tavern 507 - a restaurant and bar, Premier Bee Products - a commercial products company, Harmony Inn - a hotel and resort, EverSpring Inn & Suites - a hotel property, and Snapfōn - a telecommunications service provider. These investments highlight their specialization in hospitality and related sectors.

Industry

Manufacturing Construction Consumer Services (B2C) Gaming Industrial Marketing and Advertising Security Telecommunications HoReCa/Hospitality

Contacts

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FAQs about Bird Dog Equity

Is Bird Dog Equity a venture capital or private equity firm?

Bird Dog Equity is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $50-100 m.

Where is Bird Dog Equity located?

Bird Dog Equity is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States.

When was Bird Dog Equity founded?

Bird Dog Equity was founded in 1989.

What sectors and industries does Bird Dog Equity invest in?

Bird Dog Equity invests in companies and startups in Manufacturing, Construction, Consumer Services (B2C), Gaming, Industrial, Marketing and Advertising, Security, Telecommunications, HoReCa/Hospitality.

What is Bird Dog Equity geographical focus of investments?

Bird Dog Equity invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Bird Dog Equity typically invest in?

Bird Dog Equity invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Bird Dog Equity investment?

Bird Dog Equity usually invests $50-100 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Bird Dog Equity?

Bird Dog Equity has around $200m assets under management.

What are the contacts of Bird Dog Equity?

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