Crestview Partners
Private equityNew York Β· 1 people tracked
Also known as CRESTVIEW ADVISORS, L.L.C.
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 25, 2026.
Team Β· 1 people
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What they invest in
from 34 of 89 portfolio companiesConsumer Γ8Hardware Γ7Advanced Manufacturing Γ6Energy Γ6Media & Entertainment Γ6InsurTech Γ4Mobility & Transportation Γ4Enterprise Software Γ3
HQs:United StatesΓ8AustraliaΓ1
Investments Β· 89 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathEmerald Technologies provides contract manufacturing and full product life-cycle services, including PCBA and SMT production, for high-reliability and mission-critical products across markets such as medical, life science, aerospace, and drones.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareMedical Devices
Accuride Corporation manufactures lightweight steel and forged aluminum wheels for commercial vehicles, supplying original equipment manufacturers, fleets, and aftermarket distributors.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareMobility & Transportation
Electronic trading firm specializing in automated market-making of global securities.
Independent remanufacturer of automotive drivetrain components including transmissions, engines and electric powertrain systems.
ATC is an independent remanufacturer of OES and aftermarket powertrain and drivetrain components for ICE, HEV, and BEV vehicles, restoring used automotive parts to like-new condition through disassembly, inspection, and testing.
Advanced ManufacturingCircular EconomyMobility & Transportation
Auto Lenders is a car dealership offering a selection of vetted used cars, each backed by a lifetime engine guarantee, along with test drives and in-person browsing.
ConsumerMarketplacesMobility & Transportation
Camping World is a retailer of RVs and outdoor/camping products, selling items such as electronics, generators, boats, kayaks, tents, and RV accessories through its website and physical retail locations.
ConsumerE-commerceRetail Tech
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.
Congruex provides end-to-end digital network design, engineering, and construction services for telecommunications and broadband infrastructure, including FTTx, OSP, ISP, wireless, and underground construction.
Construction TechEnterprise SoftwareHardwareIoTBoulder, US
Kevin O'Hara(Executive Officer, Director)William Beans, Jr.(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardBrian Cassidy(Director)Daniel Kilpatrick(Director)Robert Vrij(Director)Kevin Rabbitt(Director)
Automation systems integrator serving industrial and consumer end-markets.
Convergix Automation is an industrial automation integrator that develops custom automation systems and solutions for manufacturing and industrial customers.
Advanced ManufacturingHardwareRobotics
Crude oil marketing, logistics and storage business operating across Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Kansas.
CP Energy is a privately owned midstream energy company, founded in 1997, that purchases crude oil and condensate from producers and provides gathering, transportation, processing, and storage services across Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and New Mexico.
EnergyLogistics & Supply Chain
Cumulus Media is an audio-first media company operating 393 owned radio stations across 84 markets and distributing syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming through the Westwood One network and its podcast network.
Media & Entertainment
European insurance and reinsurance group specializing in legacy business and capital relief solutions.
DARAG Group provides legacy solutions and finality services to the insurance industry, acquiring and managing run-off insurance and reinsurance portfolios.
InsurTech
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.
Co-investorsGores
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
Co-investorsPerot Jain
Content services company focused on visual special effects and post-production.
Framestore is a visual effects and creative studio producing work across film, episodic television, advertising, and immersive experiences.
Creator EconomyMedia & Entertainment
Exploration and production company focused on secondary oil recovery projects.
Hornblower offers guided sightseeing and cruise experiences by land and sea, led by local crews and tour guides.
ConsumerTravel & HospitalityNew York, US
Kevin Rabbitt(President, CEO and Secretary of the Issuer)Robert Williams(CFO of the Issuer)
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.
Journey Beyond operates a portfolio of Australian tourism experiences including rail expeditions, cruises, camps, lodges, and touring, along with Ayers Rock Resort and Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre.
ConsumerTravel & Hospitality
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.
NYDJ, formerly known as "Not Your Daughter's Jeans," is a women's apparel brand selling denim jeans along with tops, blouses, shorts, and cropped pieces.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Largest cable television provider in Puerto Rico, sold in 2012.
OneMagnify is an AI-native marketing services firm that combines data, analytics, design, and strategy to build customer intelligence, digital experiences, ecommerce, and performance marketing programs.
AdTechAI & Machine LearningMarketing Tech
Ravi Karumuru(CEO & President)
Global sourcing, production and distribution of refinery byproducts and solid carbon fuel.
Pelagos Insurance Capital brings together capital, underwriting expertise, and partners to underwrite specialty risk.
FintechInsurTech
Daniel Burrows(Group Chief Executive Officer)
ProtectMyCar offers vehicle service contracts (extended auto warranties) with customer support for claims, billing, and roadside assistance.
ConsumerInsurTechMobility & Transportation
Operator of attractions, lodges, dining, tours and retail in iconic destinations (NYSE: PRSU).
Privately held energy exploration and production company.
Select Water Solutions provides water management and fluid chemistry services for oilfield operations, including produced water treatment, recycling and reuse, disposal, and water infrastructure.
Circular EconomyCleantechEnergy
Privately held exploration and production company (formerly Silver Creek Oil & Gas).
Privately held exploration and production company focused on the Permian basin in western Texas.
Silver Creek Oil & Gas is a privately owned independent company focused on the acquisition, development, and exploration of natural gas and oil resources, primarily in Texas and Oklahoma.
Energy
U.S. provider of sustainable prime label solutions to global consumer product customers.
Global manufacturer of transmission/engine oil pumps and powder metal components, acquired by Johnson Electric in 2015.
SyBridge Technologies designs and manufactures injection molding tooling, offering full-lifecycle services from design and engineering through pre-production, production tooling, part validation, and post-production maintenance.
Advanced ManufacturingHardware
Operator of a national network of short-stay surgical facilities, acquired by Surgery Partners in 2014.
Airport concessionaire operating restaurants, bars and retail in regional airports and transit stations (founded 2004).
Tailwind Concessions operates food, beverage, and retail concessions in airports and transit stations, emphasizing locally sourced products and partnerships with local communities.
ConsumerRetail TechTravel & Hospitality
Global leader in the design, manufacture, distribution and installation of artificial turf solutions.
Co-investorsLeonard GreenRivean Capital
Global entertainment and sports agency representing clients across film, TV, sports and more (founded 1949).
Specialty finance company providing capital markets solutions to small and medium water infrastructure operators.
Managed behavioral healthcare services company acquired by Beacon Health in 2014.
Victory Capital is a diversified global investment management firm that offers a range of independent investment approaches and investment solutions for investors.
Fintech
Co-investorsReverence Capital Partners
Leading consolidator of closed variable annuity blocks.
Co-investorsReverence Capital Partners
Investment management firm operating an integrated multi-boutique model (NASDAQ: VCTR).
Exploration and production company acquiring non-operated working interests in the Williston Basin.
Exploration and production company acquiring non-operated working interests in the Williston Basin.
Leading U.S. broadband provider (WOW!) with a network passing 1.9 million customers.
Co-investorsABRY Partners
Exits Β· 1
IPOs and acquisitions across the tracked portfolioIndustrial Mediaacq. by Sony Pictures Television
Portfolio news
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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
- How many investments has Crestview Partners made?
- Crestview Partners has 89 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited via acquisition or IPO.
- 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.
- Who does Crestview Partners co-invest with?
- Crestview Partners most often shares deals with Reverence Capital Partners, Gores, Leonard Green, among 6 tracked co-investors.
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