Capstar Capital, LLC is an Austin, Texas-based private investment firm that seeks to acquire or invest in mature, lower middle-market companies to accelerate growth. The firm principally targets businesses with EBITDA of $1-$6 million in need of growth capital or contemplating an ownership change. The principals have experience in a variety of sectors, including consumer products, energy, healthcare, hospitality, industrials, media, retail, and technology.
Investment Criteria:
- Control investment or majority recap
- Lead minority investment in founder-owned or family-owned business
- Material co-investment from partners or operators
- $1 million – $6 million in EBITDA
- Headquartered in the U.S.
- Conservative leverage
- Flexible structure
- Long-term growth horizon