Gladstone Capital

Investor type

PE / Debt fund

Founded

2001

AUM

-

Location

McLean, Virginia, United States

Investment Ticket

$50-100 m

Investment Stage

Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America Europe
Investor profile last updated: 14 October, 2026

Profile

Gladstone Capital is a business development company based in McLean, Virginia, founded in 2001. It is part of the Gladstone Companies, a family of investment funds managing over $4 billion in assets. The firm consists of a diverse team of seasoned investment professionals with backgrounds in operating, strategy, and finance. Gladstone Capital specializes in providing flexible financing solutions for lower middle market companies, working closely with management teams, entrepreneurs, and private equity sponsors nationwide.

The firm focuses on financing established, growth-oriented, or recession-resistant businesses with a cash flow profile to support a leveraged capital structure. It structures investments primarily as unitranche facilities to expedite the closing process and allow for maximum funding flexibility. Gladstone Capital has invested approximately $3 billion in over 280 deals across various industries. Its investments support private equity buyouts, acquisitions, and business growth objectives.

The firm's emphasis is on providing tailored debt capital solutions that can scale with business growth and add-on acquisitions. With a strong capital base, Gladstone Capital positions itself as a strategic partner for businesses seeking robust financial support.

Industry

Logistics Energy Transportation Software Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Financial Services Healthcare Services Industrial

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FAQs about Gladstone Capital

Gladstone Capital is a private equity firm that also operates as a debt fund. It backs companies at Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $50-100 m.
Gladstone Capital is located in McLean, Virginia, United States.
Gladstone Capital was founded in 2001.
Gladstone Capital invests in companies and startups in Logistics, Energy, Transportation, Software, Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Financial Services, Healthcare Services, Industrial.
Gladstone Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.
Gladstone Capital invests in companies and startups at Late Stage (Series C+).
Gladstone Capital usually invests $50-100 m on average.
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