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

Vice President

Bitting, Thomas H.P.

Principal

Past deals in HoReCa

Farmstead Manufacturing

Seed Round in 2023
Farmstead Manufacturing is a croissant, donut, danish, and pastry provider to cafés, hotels, and wholesalers.

Kaldis Coffee Roasting Company

Debt Financing in 2020
Kaldis Coffee Roasting Company is a food and beverage company that sells coffee and provides coffee-related services. Their products include guatemala pedregal, ethiopia sheka haile natural, costa rica roger ureña hidalgo, fto peru rutas del inca, and honduras adelmo ramirez rivera. The company is committed to providing a memorable coffee experience for its customers and guests, as well as to sustainable business practices, educational opportunities, and community support.

Picayune Hospitality

Debt Financing in 2019
Picayune Hospitality is an operator of public hotels and motels.

Bumpers America’s Favorite Foods

Debt Financing in 2018
Bumpers is a quick-service drive-in and drive-thru restaurant offering cooked-to-order food. The Bumpers menu features burgers, fresh-cut, hand-battered onion rings, chicken bites and chicken tenders, chili cheese dogs and many other hometown favorites.

Kaldis Coffee Roasting Company

Debt Financing in 2016
Kaldis Coffee Roasting Company is a food and beverage company that sells coffee and provides coffee-related services. Their products include guatemala pedregal, ethiopia sheka haile natural, costa rica roger ureña hidalgo, fto peru rutas del inca, and honduras adelmo ramirez rivera. The company is committed to providing a memorable coffee experience for its customers and guests, as well as to sustainable business practices, educational opportunities, and community support.

Jackie’s International

Debt Financing in 2015
Jackie’s International is a hospitality company that owns and operates restaurants and hotels. It was founded by Dr. S. L. Sethi in 1973.

Rotolo’s Pizzeria

Debt Financing in 2015
Rotolo's Pizzeria is an Italian restaurant franchise that specializes in a variety of menu items, including specialty pizzas, starters, cheese sticks, salads, wings, calzones, wraps, sandwiches, pasta, and desserts. Established in 1996 in Baton Rouge by Mitch Rotolo, the franchise focuses on using fresh ingredients to create its original dough, homemade sauces, and freshly prepared vegetables. Rotolo's Pizzeria aims to deliver high-quality food and service at affordable prices within a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. The restaurant provides options for pick-up, dining, and catering, ensuring a versatile experience for its customers.

Arcobasso Foods

Debt Financing in 2015
Arcobasso Foods, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hazelwood, Missouri, specializing in custom sauces, dressings, and beverage mixers. Established in 1986, the company has over 30 years of experience producing high-quality refrigerated and shelf-stable products for a diverse clientele, including multi-unit restaurant chains, retailers, convenience stores, grocery store chains, and food distributors. Arcobasso Foods operates a 60,000 square foot facility equipped with capabilities for various packaging formats, including retail, single-serve, multi-use for foodservice, and bulk products. The company focuses on delivering customizable solutions, allowing clients to enhance the quality, taste, and texture of their food offerings. As of 2019, Arcobasso Foods operates as a subsidiary of Golding Farms Foods, Inc.

Arcobasso Foods

Debt Financing in 2014
Arcobasso Foods, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hazelwood, Missouri, specializing in custom sauces, dressings, and beverage mixers. Established in 1986, the company has over 30 years of experience producing high-quality refrigerated and shelf-stable products for a diverse clientele, including multi-unit restaurant chains, retailers, convenience stores, grocery store chains, and food distributors. Arcobasso Foods operates a 60,000 square foot facility equipped with capabilities for various packaging formats, including retail, single-serve, multi-use for foodservice, and bulk products. The company focuses on delivering customizable solutions, allowing clients to enhance the quality, taste, and texture of their food offerings. As of 2019, Arcobasso Foods operates as a subsidiary of Golding Farms Foods, Inc.

Rotolo’s Pizzeria

Debt Financing in 2014
Rotolo's Pizzeria is an Italian restaurant franchise that specializes in a variety of menu items, including specialty pizzas, starters, cheese sticks, salads, wings, calzones, wraps, sandwiches, pasta, and desserts. Established in 1996 in Baton Rouge by Mitch Rotolo, the franchise focuses on using fresh ingredients to create its original dough, homemade sauces, and freshly prepared vegetables. Rotolo's Pizzeria aims to deliver high-quality food and service at affordable prices within a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. The restaurant provides options for pick-up, dining, and catering, ensuring a versatile experience for its customers.

Arcobasso Foods

Debt Financing in 2013
Arcobasso Foods, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hazelwood, Missouri, specializing in custom sauces, dressings, and beverage mixers. Established in 1986, the company has over 30 years of experience producing high-quality refrigerated and shelf-stable products for a diverse clientele, including multi-unit restaurant chains, retailers, convenience stores, grocery store chains, and food distributors. Arcobasso Foods operates a 60,000 square foot facility equipped with capabilities for various packaging formats, including retail, single-serve, multi-use for foodservice, and bulk products. The company focuses on delivering customizable solutions, allowing clients to enhance the quality, taste, and texture of their food offerings. As of 2019, Arcobasso Foods operates as a subsidiary of Golding Farms Foods, Inc.

Rotolo’s Pizzeria

Debt Financing in 2012
Rotolo's Pizzeria is an Italian restaurant franchise that specializes in a variety of menu items, including specialty pizzas, starters, cheese sticks, salads, wings, calzones, wraps, sandwiches, pasta, and desserts. Established in 1996 in Baton Rouge by Mitch Rotolo, the franchise focuses on using fresh ingredients to create its original dough, homemade sauces, and freshly prepared vegetables. Rotolo's Pizzeria aims to deliver high-quality food and service at affordable prices within a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. The restaurant provides options for pick-up, dining, and catering, ensuring a versatile experience for its customers.

International Cruise Food & Hotel Suppliers

Debt Financing in 2012
International Cruise Food and Hotel Suppliers is a family-owned and operated company that serves personalized services in the cruise line industry.
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