Wynnchurch Capital

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

1999

AUM

$9 100 M

Location

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Investment Ticket

$50-100 m

Investment Stage

Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Impact investor

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Wynnchurch Capital is a private equity firm based in Chicago, founded in 1999. With a team known for their strong partnership approach, the firm emphasizes integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness. They focus on building long-term relationships and value through enabling achievements and thorough upfront analysis, minimizing surprises in transactions. Wynnchurch's team is known for partnering with strong leaders and assembling effective teams to navigate business opportunities and challenges effectively.

Wynnchurch invests in middle-market companies primarily in the U.S. and Canada. Their investment thesis covers a variety of industries including Manufacturing, Distribution, and Services, with transaction sizes ranging from $50 million to $750 million. The firm focuses on complex transactions such as corporate carve-outs, underperforming businesses, growth investments, and family-owned businesses. At present, they manage assets totaling $9.1 billion.

Notable investments of Wynnchurch Capital include Genesis Systems - advanced automation systems, Texas Hydraulics - manufacturer of hydraulic products, and Logistik Unicorp - international leader in high-quality uniform solutions. They have a proven record in executing successful transactions and supporting their portfolio companies to achieve growth.

Industry

Industrial Food and Beverage Foodtech Marketing and Advertising Transportation Manufacturing Real Estate Robotics Energy Fashion/Beauty

Wynnchurch Capital Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Wynnchurch Capital Partners V	Private Equity (PE)	Marketing and Advertising Real Estate Robotics Transportation Energy	Series B	North America	$5-10 m	$2300 M	June 2020
Wynnchurch Capital Partners VI, L.P	Private Equity (PE)	Fashion/Beauty Marketing and Advertising Real Estate Robotics Energy	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$3500 M	January 2024

Contacts

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Frank G. Hayes Managing Partner

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Greg Gleason Managing Partner

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FAQs about Wynnchurch Capital

Is Wynnchurch Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Wynnchurch Capital is a private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $50-100 m.

Where is Wynnchurch Capital located?

Wynnchurch Capital is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

When was Wynnchurch Capital founded?

Wynnchurch Capital was founded in 1999.

What sectors and industries does Wynnchurch Capital invest in?

Wynnchurch Capital invests in companies and startups in Industrial, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Marketing and Advertising, Transportation, Manufacturing, Real Estate, Robotics, Energy, Fashion/Beauty.

What is Wynnchurch Capital geographical focus of investments?

Wynnchurch Capital invests in companies and startups in North America.

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

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

What is the usual amount of Wynnchurch Capital investment?

Wynnchurch Capital usually invests $50-100 m on average.

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

Wynnchurch Capital has around $9 100m assets under management.

When was Wynnchurch Capital last fund created?

Wynnchurch Capital last fund was created/launched in 2024-01-19

Is Wynnchurch Capital impact investor?

Yes, Wynnchurch Capital is impact investor.

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