Blue Point
Private equityCleveland · Growth · 34 people tracked
Also known as Blue Point Capital Partners Llc
Investment thesis
Blue Point Capital Partners focuses on the lower middle-market, partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams to invest in and grow companies in the industrial, business services, and consumer sectors. The firm emphasizes regional proximity and relationship-driven sourcing, believing that investments forged through local presence are key to success. It brings operating resources to its partnerships, including global supply chain capabilities, data and digital tools, human capital support, M&A execution, and an operating executive group. With over two decades of experience, Blue Point manages more than $1.8 billion in committed capital and has completed over 160 investments totaling more than $10 billion in transaction value.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
Team · 34 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 1 of 32 portfolio companiesAdvanced Manufacturing ×1Deep Tech ×1
HQs:United Kingdom×1
Investments · 32 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathManufacturer and distributor of safety signs, labels, pipe markers, equipment identification products, and parking/traffic signs, selling primarily through e-commerce sites such as Safetysign.com and Pipemarker.com.
Designer and manufacturer of proprietary eyewear frames serving the independent eyecare provider market, offering 11 independent brands and operating the largest eyewear manufacturing facility in the US.
Market leader in premium reading glasses, acquired by Europa Eyewear in April 2023.
Provider of quilting, sewing, knitting and crochet products sold direct-to-consumer via e-commerce.
Designer and manufacturer of engineered forged metal products for the aerospace and defense industry.
Provider of communications and utilities infrastructure services to the fiber, wireless, energy and technology sectors.
Manufacturer of branded, high-performance personal protective equipment and safety products for electrical and industrial applications.
Designer and supplier of casual apparel to the promotional product and decorated apparel markets.
Poly6 Technologies develops process solutions that bring digital manufacturing to existing production lines in large, complex industrial sectors.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechLondon, GB
Midwest-based provider of mechanical contracting services specializing in HVAC, plumbing, electrical and piping.
Provider of concrete repair, masonry repair and waterproofing services.
Leading distributor of foodservice equipment and supplies in Canada.
Designer, manufacturer and supplier of merchandising fixtures and product display solutions for retailers.
Supplier of writing instruments, journals, bags and business gifts to the North American promotional market.
Provider of industrial pipe installation and fabrication, millwright and rigging, electrical, and boiler/turbine contracting.
Provider of specialized environmental and industrial services in the southwestern United States.
Global distributor of original equipment and aftermarket automotive products for transmission and driveline repair.
Value-added manufacturer of custom molded rubber, plastic and sealing components.
Manufacturer and distributor of premium frozen Asian-inspired cuisine for retail private label and foodservice customers.
Niche market leader of enthusiast brands in the equine, pet, leather crafting, arborist, livestock and construction markets.
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 4
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Point Capital Partners IV, L.P.LPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System | 2018 | — | 8.1% | 1.36x | 0.54x |
| Blue Point Capital Partners III (B), L.P.LPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System | 2013 | — | 16.5% | 1.80x | 1.38x |
| Blue Point Capital Partners III (B), L.P. Private EquityLPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System | 2013 | — | — | 1.60x | 1.63x |
| Blue Point Capital Partners II (B), L.P.LPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System | 2006 | — | 20.8% | 2.76x | 2.73x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Blue Point invest at?
- Blue Point invests at the Growth stage.
- What sectors does Blue Point focus on?
- Blue Point focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Consumer, Enterprise Software.
- Where is Blue Point located?
- Blue Point is headquartered in Cleveland, US.
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