Calera Capital

Profile

Calera Capital is a private equity firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1991. The firm was established to build businesses of enduring value by partnering with founders, families, and management teams. Calera Capital is committed to creating strong partnerships, and its strength lies in its capability to work effectively with entrepreneurs to build and grow businesses over time. The firm emphasizes discipline and a relentless focus on execution in its investment approach.

Calera Capital focuses on three key sectors: Business Services, Logistics, and Specialty Industrials. They typically engage in investments where the existing management team maintains a significant ownership position, collaborating closely with the partners to drive strategic growth through meticulous governance, team building, and operational support. As of now, Calera Capital manages $2.8 billion in assets across seven funds.

Some notable companies in Calera Capital's portfolio include F&I Sentinel, a compliance services provider in the automotive lending market; ImageFIRST, a specialized laundry services company; The Evans Network of Companies, a logistics company; Transaction Services Group, a payment technology company; and United Site Services, a provider of portable sanitation solutions. These investments highlight Calera Capital's expertise in its chosen sectors and its capacity to scale companies for long-term growth.