Gridiron Capital

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2006

AUM

$9 700 M

Location

New Canaan, Connecticut, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America South America

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Gridiron Capital is a private equity firm based in New Canaan, Connecticut, founded in 2005. The firm is led by a team of experienced professionals with a focus on building long-term value in middle-market companies. Gridiron Capital prides itself on its relationship-driven approach and extensive industry expertise, which allows it to transform businesses into industry leaders.

The firm invests primarily in business services, consumer products and services, and industrial growth sectors across the United States and Canada. Gridiron Capital typically engages in buyout and growth/expansion investments. With assets under management totaling $9.7 billion, the firm utilizes a thematic, sector-focused investment strategy to identify and cultivate opportunities.

Notable portfolio companies include Dealer Tire - automotive tire distribution, Legility - legal services, Engage2Excel - employee engagement solutions, Centroid Systems - IT consulting, and Nicoletti & Harris - legal services. Gridiron Capital's investment strategy is supported by a proven framework and a commitment to working closely with management teams to achieve growth.

Industry

Business Services (B2B) Consumer Products Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Hardware Healthcare Services Industrial Marketing and Advertising Transportation HealthTech

Gridiron Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Gridiron Capital Fund V	Private Equity (PE)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Healthcare Services Marketing and Advertising Transportation HealthTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$2100 M	October 2023

Contacts

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Tracy Streckenbach Operating Partner

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Jason Cohen Operating Partner

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FAQs about Gridiron Capital

Is Gridiron Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Gridiron Capital is a private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is Gridiron Capital located?

Gridiron Capital is located in New Canaan, Connecticut, United States.

When was Gridiron Capital founded?

Gridiron Capital was founded in 2006.

What sectors and industries does Gridiron Capital invest in?

Gridiron Capital invests in companies and startups in Business Services (B2B), Consumer Products, Financial Services, Fintech, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Hardware, Healthcare Services, Industrial, Marketing and Advertising, Transportation, HealthTech.

What is Gridiron Capital geographical focus of investments?

Gridiron Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, South America.

At what stages of companies and startups does Gridiron Capital typically invest in?

Gridiron Capital invests in companies and startups at Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of Gridiron Capital investment?

Gridiron Capital usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Gridiron Capital?

Gridiron Capital has around $9 700m assets under management.

When was Gridiron Capital last fund created?

Gridiron Capital last fund was created/launched in 2023-10-10

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