Ironbridge Equity Partners

Ironbridge Equity Partners Limited is a private equity firm based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in equity investments within the lower middle market. Established in 2005, the firm focuses on management buyouts, acquisitions, recapitalizations, restructurings, and growth capital investments, primarily targeting traditional industries such as manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, and business services. Ironbridge typically invests between CAD $5 million and CAD $40 million in companies with EBITDA ranging from CAD $3 million to CAD $15 million, participating in deals valued between CAD $25 million and CAD $100 million. While the firm prefers to take majority stakes in its portfolio companies, it may also acquire minority interests under certain conditions. Ironbridge aims to exit its investments within three to seven years, leveraging its operational expertise and extensive network to drive growth and value creation in its investments. The firm does not invest in real estate, natural resources, or the fashion and technology sectors.