Profile
Halyard Capital is a private equity firm based in Sarasota, Florida, founded in 2000. The firm focuses on lower middle market investments in high growth sectors, leveraging a thesis-driven approach. With a team of three professionals, Halyard Capital specializes in tech-enabled business and information services, digital marketing, data analytics, IT cybersecurity, and infrastructure. The firm is known for its deep sector expertise and executive network, which it uses to drive value creation in its portfolio companies.
Halyard Capital primarily invests in North America, targeting growth businesses that are well-positioned for secular transformation. The firm engages in leveraged buyouts, growth equity, and structured equity investments, often taking control positions or securing strong governance rights. While specific check sizes are not detailed, the firm manages significant assets, including Halyard Capital Fund I with $600 million AUM.
Notable investments by Halyard Capital include Net Natives - business/productivity software, RW Jones Agency - media and information services, The U School - education and training services, QuinStreet (Higher Education Vertical) - media and information services, and Thruline Marketing - BPO/outsource services. These investments highlight the firm's focus on tech-enabled and information-driven sectors.
Industry
Halyard Capital Funds
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Halyard Capital Fund I
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Private Equity (PE)
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Business Services (B2B)
Digital
Healthcare Services
Marketing and Advertising
Infrastructure
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Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$600 M
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May 2000
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