Visualizing the possible

Kairos seeks to partner with executives and owners whose companies are fundamentally sound but may have been overlooked by traditional sources of private equity or mezzanine capital due to their size, complexity or circumstances. We place emphasis on transactions where partnership and a value-add strategy with direct industry operators are important considerations for the company and its owner(s). These companies are primarily small to mid-size, multi-channel retailers and consumer products companies, typically with annual revenues under $100 million. The typical size of an investment by the Fund ranges from $4 to $15 million, with larger investments funded in conjunction with joint-venture partners well known to the Fund’s managers.

Investments are focused primarily in the following industry sectors:

• Retail and direct-to-consumer companies, including a broad range of consumer channels (other than food or service industries)
• Wholesale companies, brands (including micro-brands), and intellectual property
• Opportunities regarding specific asset classes or opportunistic situations involving undervalued assets, bankruptcy, target acquisitions or roll-ups, and international opportunities