Evolution Capital Partners:
A Private Equity Firm for Small Businesses

Evolution Capital Partners is a small-business private equity fund that invests capital nationwide in growing micro-market companies generating at least $500,000 of EBITDA.

Since 2005, Evolution has specialized in helping entrepreneurial businesses transform into professionally run organizations by providing a strong foundation for profitable growth through its Five Fundamentals methodology. As a team of investors, partners and employees, our primary passion and motivation is to inspire entrepreneurs and their small businesses to grow and thrive under any economic circumstances.

Key Differentiators

At Evolution, three key factors distinguish us from other private-equity firms.

Investment Criteria

We invest capital in micro-market companies that are founder focused and generate at least $500,000 of EBITDA.

Accomplished Veterans

Our team of investors, partners and advisors leverages its shared experiences and specialized skill sets to profitably nurture your business.

The Five Fundamentals

Our proven methodology provides a strong foundation of best practices for measurable, sustainable growth.

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Evolution Capital Partners

We Invest in Your Growth

Testimonials From Our Partner Companies

“The great thing about Evolution Capital Partners is that they truly want to help small-business owners. It’s more than just an investment, they are genuinely looking to be a positive resource and take our business to the next level.”

Glenn FontainePresident and COO, Budco Financial

“The team at Evolution Capital Partners saw the potential in our business. With their help we have been able to add more locations and product offerings while improving operations and profitability.”

Bob AlbanoCEO, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America

“Small-business owners that are looking for a strategic partner should look to Evolution Capital Partners. They are not only knowledgeable, but they are willing to pull up their sleeves and work on the heart of the business.”

Marcus J. MollmannCEO, Knowledge Center

We Deliver Results

100

MILLION of capital invested

200

Jobs created

55

Of Evolution companies named to Inc. 500 / 5000

Regulatory Changes Provide Opportunity for Growth

The Accurate Group wanted to transition from a title insurance agency into a real estate transactional services company. If successful, this could expand product offerings to fulfill customers’ needs and expand the company’s reach. Working with Evolution Capital Partners, the Accurate Group hoped to develop its proprietary technology platform, create products and expand geographically.

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Capitalizing on Market Trends in a Changing Industry

With significant turmoil in the mortgage banking industry and American Eagle Mortgage’s (AEM) focus on purchase vs. refinance for first time home buyers, there was tremendous opportunity in the marketplace for both organic and geographic growth. Working with Evolution Capital Partners, AEM hoped to expand nationally, grow profits and increase headcount.

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Key Insights for
Small-Business Growth

March 3, 2020

Evolution’s Empire Dental Arts Acquires Papich-Forsyth DDS & Associates

January 31, 2020 in Community, Leadership & Learning, Private Equity

Advisor’s Investment is Close to Home

Matt Neff, one of Evolution Capital Partners' Senior Advisors, recently explained a very special investment in his personal portfoilo in an article in the Indiana Business Journal.  Chondrial, soon to…
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January 6, 2020 in News

Evolution Capital Partners Announces Latest Growth Investment with Dental Partnership Organization

Private equity firm Evolution Capital Partners LLC (“Evolution”) announced today its latest growth investment, Empire Dental Arts (“Empire”). Established in 2017 and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, Empire is a dental…
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October 9, 2019 in Finance, Leadership & Learning, Small Business Growth

Four Benefits to Closing your Books in a Timely Fashion

Accurate books are the starting point to understanding your small business’ profitability and financial position. And the quicker you get those numbers finalized each month, the easier it will be…
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September 20, 2019 in Entrepreneurship, Leadership & Learning

Recruiting your Dream Board

When I talk to small businesses about the importance of having boards, I’m also advising that they actively seek the right people to fill those seats. Many times, these companies…
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