345 Park Ave, 41st fl.
New York, New York
10154-0101
Tel: 212-759-3700
Fax: 212-486-2678

Wafra Partners focuses on investing in traditional middle-market companies where we can work in partnership with management. We target industries where we have relevant experience and have a particular interest in specialty services, niche manufacturing and consumer-driven businesses. Our portfolio will confirm our affinity for consumer products and outsourced business services.

Investment Amount:   

Between $5-$30 million of equity per transaction

Transaction Size:

Enterprise value between $20-$150 million

Revenue:

$20 million or more

EBITDA:

$4 million or more

Transaction Type:

  • Control Acquisitions & Recapitalizations
  • Expansion Financing
  • Industry Consolidations
  • Corporate Divestitures
  • Co-Investments (Majority & Minority Control) with Financial & Strategic Investors
When considering a specific investment opportunity, we believe the most important criteria are:
  • A strong and committed management team with significant ownership opportunities post closing
  • A leadership position in technology, product line, cost position or distribution channel
  • Growth opportunities: internal or by acquisition
  • Diversification of products/services, customers, markets and suppliers