Crestview Partners
Private equityNew York Β· 5 people tracked
Investment thesis
Crestview positions itself as a partnership-focused private equity investor that builds long-term relationships with entrepreneurs, managers, and investors to pursue shared goals. The firm emphasizes a thoughtful, flexible approach to developing creative solutions tailored to the needs of business owners and management teams, and applies its team's deep operating experience and relationships to add value while working alongside management. It highlights complementary partner expertise across areas such as financial services, media, and industrials, backed by dedicated investment and support teams.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
Team Β· 5 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 1 of 103 portfolio companiesDeep Tech Γ1Energy Γ1Enterprise Software Γ1Hardware Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ2
Investments Β· 103 tracked
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Independent remanufacturer of automotive drivetrain components including transmissions, engines and electric powertrain systems.
Leading multi-store dealership and retailer in the recreational vehicle industry (NYSE: CWH).
Leading operator, multi-store dealership and retailer in the recreational vehicle (RV) industry (NYSE: CWH).
Bank holding company established by Crestview in 2009 that grew to $10.1B in assets and merged with First Horizon in 2017.
Provider of cable video, high-speed internet, broadband, and telephone services (NASDAQ: CHTR); realized.
Automation systems integrator serving industrial and consumer end-markets.
Crude oil marketing, logistics and storage business operating across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Kansas.
European insurance and reinsurance group specializing in legacy business and capital relief solutions.
Value-added distributor and reseller of equipment for the global broadband industry.
Direct-to-consumer beverage services company (home/office bottled water) sold to Cott Corporation in 2014.
Global provider and manufacturer of touchscreen-based interactive solutions.
Provider of precision electronics and integrated systems for high-reliability applications in AI, defense and space.
Endurance Lift Solutions provides artificial lift technology and services to oil and gas producers, optimizing well production throughout the asset's life.
Deep TechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareHardware<UNKNOWN>, US
Content services company focused on visual special effects and post-production.
Exploration and production company focused on secondary oil recovery projects.
Provider of global experiences, attractions and transportation.
Full-service talent and literary agency acquired by Creative Artists Agency in 2022.
Ninth largest U.S. cable operator, acquired by Time Warner Cable in 2012.
Vertically integrated Australian wealth management and superannuation platform.
Vertically integrated Australian wealth management and superannuation platform.
Experiential tourism and leisure company in Australia.
Provider of automated manufacturing solutions integrating hardware and software.
Global automotive safety supplier of airbags, seatbelts, steering wheels and active safety technology.
Global provider of specialty insurance and reinsurance focused on short-tail risks (established 2005).
Specialist active equity manager acquired by Legg Mason in 2014.
RIA consolidator pursuing a micro-aggregation build-up strategy across the U.S.
Investment advisory firm acquired by Victory Capital in 2014.
Global outsourced provider of live and broadcast production solutions.
Denim and apparel company targeting the 35+ female demographic; first to bring shapewear to jeans at scale (realized).
Largest cable television provider in Puerto Rico, sold in 2012.
Fund performance Β· per public LP disclosures Β· 11
as of Jun 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crestview IV Co-InvestLPs: New York City Police Pension Fund | 2019 | β | 4.8% | 1.08x | 1.08x |
| Crestview Partners IV (Co-Investment), L.P.LPs: New York City Employees' Retirement System, New York City Fire Department Pension Fund, New York City Board of Education Retirement System | 2019 | β | 16.8% | 1.30x | 0.45x |
| Crestview Partners IV (FF), L.P.LPs: Teachers' Retirement System of the City of New York | 2019 | β | 16.8% | 1.30x | 0.45x |
| Crestview Partners IV, L.P.LPs: Empire State Development β New York Ventures, New York City Employees' Retirement System, Teachers' Retirement System of the City of New York +3 more | 2019 | β | -0.7% | 0.99x | 0.99x |
| Crestview Partners III (Co-Investment B), L.P.LPs: New York City Employees' Retirement System, New York City Police Pension Fund, New York City Fire Department Pension Fund +1 more | 2014 | β | -15.7% | 0.31x | 0.31x |
| Crestview Capital Partners III, L.P.LPs: North Carolina Retirement Systems | 2013 | β | 4.8% | 1.15x | 0.55x |
| Crestview IILPs: South Carolina Retirement System Investment Commission | 2013 | β | -16.8% | β | β |
| Crestview IIILPs: South Carolina Retirement System Investment Commission | 2013 | β | 33.4% | β | β |
| Crestview Partners III, L.P.LPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System, Teachers' Retirement System of the City of New York, New York City Employees' Retirement System +4 more | 2013 | β | 1.7% | 1.06x | 0.62x |
| Crestview Partners II, L.P.LPs: North Carolina Retirement Systems, New York City Employees' Retirement System, New York City Police Pension Fund +1 more | 2008 | β | 14.0% | 2.02x | 1.85x |
| Crestview Partners, L.P.LPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System | 2004 | β | 7.2% | 1.60x | 1.50x |
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 sectors does Crestview Partners focus on?
- Crestview Partners focuses on Fintech, Media & Entertainment.
- Where is Crestview Partners located?
- Crestview Partners is headquartered in New York, US.
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