Petra Capital Partners

Petra Capital Partners is a private equity firm located in Nashville, Tennessee, founded in 1996. The firm focuses on providing growth capital to companies across the United States, specializing in sectors such as business services, healthcare services, and technology-enabled services. Over the past two decades, Petra has invested over $650 million in approximately 100 high-growth private companies. The firm is currently deploying capital from its third fund, which closed in May 2013, with a total of $230 million available for investment. Petra typically invests up to $20 million in each company and is flexible in structuring its investments to align with the needs of business owners and its financial goals. The firm has experience in various investment forms, including subordinated debt with warrants and equity securities. Additionally, Petra is recognized as a Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) by the U.S. Small Business Administration and was honored as SBIC of the Year in 2012.

Melanie Beavon

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Michael Blackburn

Managing Partner

David Fitzgerald

General Partner

Sean K. Murphy

Vice President

Douglas Owen

Partner

Matthew S. Sotelo

Associate

22 past transactions

Lieberman

Private Equity Round in 2025
Lieberman is a full service market research firm.

American Vascular Associates

Private Equity Round in 2023
American Vascular Associates specializes in providing vascular labs and management services tailored for the healthcare industry. The company focuses on a physician-driven and patient-centered model, offering a range of services that include center management, revenue cycle management, and branding. By enhancing office efficiency and improving practice economics, American Vascular Associates aims to support healthcare providers in delivering better patient experiences. Their comprehensive approach is designed to optimize operations within outpatient settings, ultimately benefiting both practitioners and patients alike.

Alternative Behavior Strategies

Private Equity Round in 2019
Alternative Behavior Strategies is a nationally recognized behavior modification consultation firm that utilizes the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help children ages 2 to 18 alter social behaviors attributable to a pervasive developmental disorder or social emotional disorder.

Urgent Team Holdings

Series D in 2018
Urgent Team Holdings, Inc. operates urgent care centers that provide urgent and primary health care services. It offers services for patients in the areas of sprains, strains, and broken bones; muscular pain and injuries; eye irritation and eye injuries; cuts and scrapes; bites, stings, and allergic reactions; burns and infections; diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting; flu, colds, and viral illnesses; pneumonia and bronchitis; and asthma attacks. The company also offers preventative screenings/wellness services, including flu shots, physicals, immunization and vaccinations, EKGs, and osteoporosis screening, as well as blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol checks; radiology, lab work and diagnostic testing, and drug and alcohol screening services; and services for employers.

PlanetRisk

Series A in 2016
PlanetRisk is a big data analytics company based in Virginia, founded in 2014 by Neal Choudhuri, Jerry Cogle, Mark Dumas, and Brian Sweeney. The company specializes in providing technology solutions that integrate and analyze diverse data sources, including geospatial intelligence and social network analysis. Its offerings encompass risk assessment and management software tailored for corporate security, supply chain management, and various forms of risk, including insider threats and cyber risks. By leveraging advanced analytics, modeling, and simulation, PlanetRisk helps organizations identify hidden patterns, detect anomalies, and make informed decisions across local, national, and global contexts. The company serves multiple sectors, including the defense, homeland security, and justice departments, as well as state and local agencies and the private sector.

Medaxion

Venture Round in 2016
Medaxion is a healthcare technology company that provides real-time anesthesia intelligence solutions. It offers Medaxion Pulse that eases scheduling, enhances communication, and reduces paperwork for anesthesia practices. Combining sophistication and simplicity, the platform includes mobile device software, browser-based interfaces, and data management components. The company's accessible, easy-to-use solutions improve financial performance, enhance quality, and optimize clinical teams. Medaxion was incorporated in 2008 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Lineagen

Series C in 2015
Lineagen, Inc. is a genetics diagnostic company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, that specializes in genetic testing and clinical information services for neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). Founded in 2002, Lineagen offers several key products, including FirstStepDx PLUS, a chromosomal microarray platform designed to identify genomic changes associated with autism, and NextStepDx PLUS, a genetic sequencing test that detects small genomic alterations. Additionally, the company provides M-CHAT.org, an online tool for developmental screening. Lineagen aims to improve outcomes for individuals affected by complex diseases through early diagnosis and intervention, leveraging extensive proprietary research and access to the Utah Population Database to enhance its understanding of genetic contributions to these conditions. As of August 2020, Lineagen operates as a subsidiary of Bionano Genomics, Inc.

Urgent Team Holdings

Series B in 2014
Urgent Team Holdings, Inc. operates urgent care centers that provide urgent and primary health care services. It offers services for patients in the areas of sprains, strains, and broken bones; muscular pain and injuries; eye irritation and eye injuries; cuts and scrapes; bites, stings, and allergic reactions; burns and infections; diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting; flu, colds, and viral illnesses; pneumonia and bronchitis; and asthma attacks. The company also offers preventative screenings/wellness services, including flu shots, physicals, immunization and vaccinations, EKGs, and osteoporosis screening, as well as blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol checks; radiology, lab work and diagnostic testing, and drug and alcohol screening services; and services for employers.

Salveo Specialty Pharmacy

Debt Financing in 2012
Salveo Specialty Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy that specializes in providing medications and clinical services to patients with chronic conditions. With a commitment to enhancing the wellness and health of its patients, Salveo works closely with customers, referral sources, and insurance plans to ensure effective communication and superior patient care. The company combines its expertise in specialty pharmacy, home infusion, and home healthcare to deliver comprehensive clinical support tailored to the needs of individuals managing long-term health issues.

Urgent Team Holdings

Series A in 2012
Urgent Team Holdings, Inc. operates urgent care centers that provide urgent and primary health care services. It offers services for patients in the areas of sprains, strains, and broken bones; muscular pain and injuries; eye irritation and eye injuries; cuts and scrapes; bites, stings, and allergic reactions; burns and infections; diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting; flu, colds, and viral illnesses; pneumonia and bronchitis; and asthma attacks. The company also offers preventative screenings/wellness services, including flu shots, physicals, immunization and vaccinations, EKGs, and osteoporosis screening, as well as blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol checks; radiology, lab work and diagnostic testing, and drug and alcohol screening services; and services for employers.

Access Media 3

Venture Round in 2012
Access Media 3, Inc. specializes in providing high-speed Internet, voice, and television services tailored for multi-tenant residential properties such as apartments, condominiums, retirement communities, and off-campus student housing. Founded in 2006 and based in Oak Brook, Illinois, the company designs, installs, maintains, and services high-speed Internet, DIRECTV television, and digital voice solutions. Additionally, Access Media 3 offers cloud computer backup, identity protection, and various support services. With a focus on delivering exceptional service, the company operates across multiple states, including Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin.

Salveo Specialty Pharmacy

Series A in 2011
Salveo Specialty Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy that specializes in providing medications and clinical services to patients with chronic conditions. With a commitment to enhancing the wellness and health of its patients, Salveo works closely with customers, referral sources, and insurance plans to ensure effective communication and superior patient care. The company combines its expertise in specialty pharmacy, home infusion, and home healthcare to deliver comprehensive clinical support tailored to the needs of individuals managing long-term health issues.

New Century Hospice

Series A in 2010
New Century Hospice is a provider of hospice care services dedicated to supporting individuals diagnosed with terminal illnesses. The organization emphasizes early involvement in care, which significantly enhances the quality of life for patients and their families. New Century Hospice offers a comprehensive range of services, including home health aide support, social programs, spiritual care, bereavement counseling, and various therapies such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Additionally, the organization provides routine home care, general inpatient care, respite care, continuous care, and opportunities for volunteering. By fostering family and loved one participation in the care process, New Century Hospice aims to create a more meaningful, dignified, and comfortable experience for those in their care.

New Century Hospice

Venture Round in 2010
New Century Hospice is a provider of hospice care services dedicated to supporting individuals diagnosed with terminal illnesses. The organization emphasizes early involvement in care, which significantly enhances the quality of life for patients and their families. New Century Hospice offers a comprehensive range of services, including home health aide support, social programs, spiritual care, bereavement counseling, and various therapies such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Additionally, the organization provides routine home care, general inpatient care, respite care, continuous care, and opportunities for volunteering. By fostering family and loved one participation in the care process, New Century Hospice aims to create a more meaningful, dignified, and comfortable experience for those in their care.

Superior Global Solutions

Venture Round in 2009
Superior is the only national provider of medical data management, billing, and transcription that can service physician offices, clinics, hospitals, and large healthcare systems. This is achieved by using state-of-the-art software technology and services to provide an end-to-end solution. Superior is committed to delivering complete solutions that go beyond what health information professionals expect. Exceeding customer expectations is the reputation that Superior has earned.

Yorktel

Venture Round in 2009
Yorktel is a global Next-Gen Systems Integrator that specializes in providing comprehensive collaboration solutions for enterprises and government agencies. With over forty years of experience, the company operates in hundreds of countries, managing thousands of devices to enhance productivity through seamless communication integration. Yorktel offers a range of services, including IT consultation, cloud hosting, video automation, and systems integration, tailored to meet the needs of various sectors such as business, education, and healthcare. Its offerings encompass collaboration, virtual events, security, and IT-as-a-Service, allowing clients to design and deploy reliable audio and video communication networks that align with their business objectives.

Mycroft

Venture Round in 2007
Mycroft Inc. specializes in cybersecurity and information technology governance services, catering to various industries including financial services, government, healthcare, and higher education. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a comprehensive range of services, including identity and access management, risk assessment, data protection strategy, and cloud security solutions. Mycroft provides design and implementation services for governance, risk, and compliance transformation, along with managed security services such as intrusion detection and prevention, vulnerability scanning, and infrastructure security. Additionally, the company supports its clients with lifecycle project services, business process management, and enterprise IT management. With service centers located in multiple regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, Mycroft is well-equipped to address the evolving cybersecurity needs of its diverse clientele.

T2 Systems

Venture Round in 2007
T2 Systems, Inc. is a provider of comprehensive parking technology solutions aimed at managing parking transactions effectively. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the company offers a suite of products including the UNIFI Parking Management Platform, which encompasses features such as permit management, enforcement, vehicle counting, and event parking solutions. Additionally, T2 Systems provides specialized software like PermitNow for event parking management and T2 Flex, which streamlines various parking-related functions such as citations and monthly contracts. The company serves a diverse clientele, including universities, municipalities, healthcare facilities, and transportation hubs across the United States and Canada, distributing its products through an established network of distributors.
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