Advantage Capital Partners

Advantage Capital Partners is a United States‑based venture capital firm that provides growth equity, debt, and mezzanine financing to small and mid‑market companies, with a focus on underserved communities and state and local economic development. The firm invests across sectors including manufacturing, technology, business services, life sciences, and energy, and also supports real estate development projects with equity and debt. It typically makes initial investments ranging roughly from half a million to ten million in companies with modest sales, and may participate in larger follow‑on rounds or co‑invest with other firms. It uses senior debt, mezzanine debt, subordinated loans, and government‑guaranteed lending, and often pursues equity positions through preferred shares or convertible notes. Advantage Capital operates nationwide in the United States, with roots in New Orleans and offices in multiple states, and has backed thousands of jobs and housing projects as part of its mission to expand inclusive economic growth.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Michael Benson

Senior Vice President

Anthony Billings

Senior Vice President and Investment Team Member

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaëlle Croteau

Vice President

Keith Freeman

Managing Director

Trey Garland

Senior Associate and Investment Team Member

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Jeffrey Gentsch

Venture Partner

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

Joe Henderson

Senior Vice President, Investment Team

Leah Hendricks

Senior Vice President, Investments Team

Reid Hutchins

Managing Director

Peter Lu

Senior Associate

J.P. Lynch

Vice President, Investments

David McNaught

Vice President

Arjun Mohan

Vice President

Sandra M. Moore

Managing Director / Chief Impact Officer

Jim O'Rourke

Managing Director

Justin Obletz

CFO and Managing Director

Tim Perusek

Principal and Investment Group Member

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Sam Schlichting

Senior Associate, Investment Team

Talmadge Singer II

Managing Director

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Benjamin Warning

Senior Vice President

Past deals in Utah

Zip Kit Homes

Debt Financing in 2018
Zip Kit Homes is a construction company based in Cedar City, Utah, specializing in the design and manufacturing of panelized kit homes, modular homes, and system-built homes. Established in 2011 by Jamie and Chris Jaussi, the company focuses on maintaining high quality control while utilizing the latest building science techniques to streamline the production process and keep costs competitive. Zip Kit Homes offers prefabricated wall panels, trusses, and components that are designed to be weathertight, incorporating waterproof zip sheathing and tape. The company's innovative and efficient home-building practices have garnered recognition in prominent publications such as Builder Magazine and Dwell.

Recursion Pharmaceuticals

Series B in 2018
Recursion Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that aims to radically improve patients’ lives by decoding biology through the integration of biology, chemistry, automation, data science, and engineering to industrialize drug discovery. The company operates a large-scale drug discovery platform built around Recursion OS, an infrastructure layer and a Map of proprietary biological and chemical data, supported by software tools and machine learning to explore biology beyond human bias and identify new therapeutic opportunities. Its platform includes ReChem for selecting and designing compounds, ReScreen and ReScreenRun for planning and automating large-scale experiments, and ReRun, ReAnalyze, and RePredict for digital signatures, data analysis, and predictive modeling of drug relationships. Founded in 2013, the company is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Recursion Pharmaceuticals

Series A in 2015
Recursion Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that aims to radically improve patients’ lives by decoding biology through the integration of biology, chemistry, automation, data science, and engineering to industrialize drug discovery. The company operates a large-scale drug discovery platform built around Recursion OS, an infrastructure layer and a Map of proprietary biological and chemical data, supported by software tools and machine learning to explore biology beyond human bias and identify new therapeutic opportunities. Its platform includes ReChem for selecting and designing compounds, ReScreen and ReScreenRun for planning and automating large-scale experiments, and ReRun, ReAnalyze, and RePredict for digital signatures, data analysis, and predictive modeling of drug relationships. Founded in 2013, the company is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Gura Gear

Debt Financing in 2015
Gura Gear, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of innovative backpacks and accessories tailored for photographers, travelers, and business professionals. Founded in 2007 by award-winning wildlife photographer Andy Biggs, the company is based in Ogden, Utah, and is recognized for its ultra-lightweight carrying solutions designed specifically for creative individuals. Gura Gear produces a range of products including accessory straps, tripod and hydration systems, lens cloths, stainless steel water bottles, and various cords and straps. The company is committed to high standards of quality, utilizing superior materials and craftsmanship, and offers robust customer service along with an Ultimate Warranty. Gura Gear sells its products primarily through online channels, catering to those who require reliable and efficient gear for their adventures.

Gura Gear

Debt Financing in 2014
Gura Gear, LLC is a manufacturer and supplier of innovative backpacks and accessories tailored for photographers, travelers, and business professionals. Founded in 2007 by award-winning wildlife photographer Andy Biggs, the company is based in Ogden, Utah, and is recognized for its ultra-lightweight carrying solutions designed specifically for creative individuals. Gura Gear produces a range of products including accessory straps, tripod and hydration systems, lens cloths, stainless steel water bottles, and various cords and straps. The company is committed to high standards of quality, utilizing superior materials and craftsmanship, and offers robust customer service along with an Ultimate Warranty. Gura Gear sells its products primarily through online channels, catering to those who require reliable and efficient gear for their adventures.
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