Imperial Capital Group

Imperial Capital Group is a Toronto-based private equity firm founded in 1989 that specializes in middle-market investments in North America. The firm focuses on acquiring family and entrepreneurially-owned businesses undergoing transitions such as succession or growth. It actively seeks management buyouts, take-private opportunities, and leveraged recapitalizations. Imperial Capital invests across several sectors, including healthcare, consumer products, and business services. Within the food industry, the firm targets segments such as beverages, dairy, ready meals, and pet food. In consumer products, it emphasizes beauty and personal care, over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, and household care. The healthcare investments include management services, medical distribution, and healthcare IT. Imperial Capital typically invests between $10 million and $462 million in companies with sales ranging from $18 million to nearly $495 million. The firm aims to hold investments for three to seven years, seeking exits through IPOs, mergers, or sales to strategic buyers.