Pivotal Group

Pivotal Group, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, that also engages in real estate investments. Established in 1982, the firm specializes in middle-market investments, focusing on various sectors including telecommunications, technology, media, healthcare, aerospace, and business and financial services. Pivotal Group targets mid to late-stage venture investments and prefers to partner with management teams rather than acquiring firms outright. Investment amounts typically range from $15 million to $500 million, with a focus on companies that have revenues between $20 million and $500 million and a minimum EBITDA of $10 million. In addition to its private equity activities, Pivotal has extensive experience in real estate, managing a diverse portfolio that includes residential projects, commercial developments, and luxury properties. The firm primarily invests in the United States and Canada.

Richard Garner

COO

Scott K. Knauer

Managing Director

F. Francis Najafi

Founder and CEO

Kurt Nishimura

Vice President, Acquisitions

Tyler Rives

Managing Director

Tyler Rives

Managing Director

Francis Najafi Ph.D

Founder and CEO

7 past transactions

SnapNurse

Venture Round in 2020
SnapNurse is a medical staffing agency based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2017. It operates an on-demand nurse booking application that connects pre-credentialed nurses directly with healthcare facilities to fill empty shifts. The company's platform utilizes machine-learning algorithms to match healthcare professionals with the demands of various healthcare settings. Its core technology, Instastaff, handles functions such as sourcing, applicant tracking, workforce management, timecard approvals, booking, and credentialing.

Cyr3con

Series A in 2020
CYR3CON, established in 2018 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, specializes in predictive cybersecurity. The company employs artificial intelligence to anticipate cyber-attacks by monitoring online hacker communities and quantifying potential threats before they materialize, aiming to mitigate numerous cyber incidents. CYR3CON's platform combines human analysis with advanced machine learning to comprehend the evolving threat landscape and identify emerging attacks against enterprises, facilitating proactive cybersecurity measures.

Wellements

Acquisition in 2004
Wellements is a Phoenix-based company specializing in naturally formulated nutrition products for babies and families. The company offers over 60 products, including certified organic and preservative-free gripe water, vitamin and mineral drops, cleansing teas, and sports fitness supplements. These products are designed to support healthy growth, development, and immune health. Wellements distributes its items through major retailers such as Costco Wholesale, Vitamin Shoppe, and GNC, as well as independent health food chains, gyms, and various e-commerce platforms. The emphasis on organic ingredients and health-conscious formulations reflects the company's commitment to providing high-quality nutritional solutions for consumers.

Network Solutions

Acquisition in 2003
Network Solutions is a provider of internet domain name registration and information technology services based in Jacksonville, Florida. The company specializes in assisting small businesses in establishing and maintaining their online presence. Its offerings encompass a comprehensive range of web-related services, including domain name registration, website hosting, website design, e-commerce solutions, email marketing, SSL certificates, and search engine optimization. Additionally, Network Solutions provides online sales and marketing services, including pay-per-click management, aimed at enhancing the visibility and effectiveness of its clients' online ventures.

NXTV

Venture Round in 2003
The NXTV system is a 100 percent digital, IP-based, complete end-to-end solution that includes a proprietary digital set-top-box designed specifically for the hospitality environment, an advanced user interface called the "Interactive Program Guide" (IPG) and fully integrated Web-based transaction and system management software called NXTVue that allows dynamic, remote monitoring and maintenance of the system. The company has successfully deployed its technology at a number of award-winning hotels, including the Peninsula Beverly Hills, the Hotel Bel-Air, the Four Seasons Beverly Hills, and both the St. Regis Monarch Beach and St. Regis Los Angeles

NXTV

Venture Round in 2000
The NXTV system is a 100 percent digital, IP-based, complete end-to-end solution that includes a proprietary digital set-top-box designed specifically for the hospitality environment, an advanced user interface called the "Interactive Program Guide" (IPG) and fully integrated Web-based transaction and system management software called NXTVue that allows dynamic, remote monitoring and maintenance of the system. The company has successfully deployed its technology at a number of award-winning hotels, including the Peninsula Beverly Hills, the Hotel Bel-Air, the Four Seasons Beverly Hills, and both the St. Regis Monarch Beach and St. Regis Los Angeles

Ancestry

Series B in 1999
Ancestry is an online platform that specializes in genealogical services, enabling users to explore and document their family histories. With a vast collection of over 7 billion records from the United States, Canada, and Europe, including comprehensive Federal Census records dating back to 1790, Ancestry allows individuals to create and share their family trees. Users can start for free with basic access, while premium subscriptions offer extensive features for those seeking to uncover deeper family connections. Since its inception in 1983, Ancestry has evolved from a publishing company into a leader in the online family history market, digitizing and indexing billions of historical records since 1996. The platform integrates family trees with genealogy research and DNA testing services, facilitating the discovery of personal ancestral stories. Ancestry has seen significant growth in its subscriber base and revenue, reflecting its influence in the realm of family history research.
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