Parallel49 Equity
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Investor type
PE / VC
Founded
1996
AUM
$1 200 M
Location
Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
Investor profile last updated: 21 August, 2026
Profile
Parallel49 Equity is a leading private equity firm that invests in profitable, well-managed, lower middle-market companies in the United States and Canada. Since 1996, the firm and its predecessor, Tricor Pacific Capital, have managed over C$1.2 billion of investor capital. Parallel49 Equity is currently investing its fifth fund with C$400 million of committed capital. Parallel49 Equity invests in businesses with EBITDA between $5 million and $30 million in two industry sectors: specialty manufacturing and business services.
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FAQs about Parallel49 Equity
Is Parallel49 Equity a venture capital or private equity firm?
Parallel49 Equity is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B, writing tickets of $50-100 m.
Where is Parallel49 Equity located?
Parallel49 Equity is located in Lake Forest, Illinois, United States.
When was Parallel49 Equity founded?
Parallel49 Equity was founded in 1996.
What sectors and industries does Parallel49 Equity invest in?
Parallel49 Equity invests in companies and startups in Chemicals, Consumer Services (B2C), Food and Beverage, Healthcare Services.
What is Parallel49 Equity geographical focus of investments?
Parallel49 Equity invests in companies and startups in North America.
At what stages of companies and startups does Parallel49 Equity typically invest in?
Parallel49 Equity invests in companies and startups at Series B.
What is the usual amount of Parallel49 Equity investment?
Parallel49 Equity usually invests $50-100 m on average.
What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Parallel49 Equity?
Parallel49 Equity has around $1 200m assets under management.
What are the contacts of Parallel49 Equity?
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