Gryphon
Private equitySan Francisco
Investment thesis
Gryphon Investors focuses on middle-market companies, backing management teams to build enduring businesses with defensible, scalable competitive advantages. Its distinctive, integrated model pairs finance professionals, former C-suite executives, and functional specialists with dedicated operating partners. Gryphon runs three investment strategies—Flagship, Heritage, and Junior Capital—each with its own teams and funds, operating across six specialized industry groups. The firm emphasizes an inclusive, no-ego, collaborative culture built on integrity and transparency, and positions trust-based partnership with company leadership as central to achieving long-term success and returns.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
What they invest in
from 27 of 73 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×17Advanced Manufacturing ×10Cleantech ×7Healthtech ×6Consumer ×5AI & Machine Learning ×4Climate Tech ×4Construction Tech ×4
HQs:United States×20
Who they back
founder profiles across 10 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×62 founders×4
Investments · 73 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2024 · 12017 · 12015 · 13 dated
3Cloud helps organizations build unified data platforms that integrate disparate systems and legacy infrastructure into cohesive data architectures.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingData & InfrastructureDeveloper ToolsEnterprise Software
Mike Rocco(Co-founder)Jim Dietrich(Co-founder)in
ACS is a specialty HVAC company that manufactures and services heating, ventilation, and air conditioning products for demanding industrial and commercial applications with scheduled replacement cycles.
Advanced ManufacturingClimate TechEnterprise Software
AQUA is the largest full-service skin care provider in the Southeast, offering dermatology and vein care services across a network of practices.
HealthtechMedical Devices
Ted Schiff(Founder, Chief Medical Officer)inAndrew Jaffe(Founder, Chief Medical Officer)in
Caylent is a cloud services company that partners with organizations to implement AI and AWS solutions for digital transformation.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingEnterprise Software
Valerie Henderson(Chief Executive Officer)in
Co-investorsEntrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA)
Dessert Holdings supplies premium finished dessert products to retailers across the United States and Canada, offering both custom solutions and ready-made items across multiple platforms including classic bakery, prepackaged, gluten-free, and seasonal offerings.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerFoodTechSt. Paul, US
Susanne Ross(SVP of Culinary and Research & Development)inPaul Lapadat(Chief Executive Officer)in
Double Wood Supplements produces and sells health and wellness supplements, including a men's health bundle containing testosterone support and muscle-building ingredients.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Reese Wood(Founder & Strategic Advisor)inEvan Wood(Founder & Strategic Advisor)in
ECG is a healthcare consulting firm that works with clients to develop solutions for improving patient access, sustainability, and care effectiveness.
Enterprise SoftwareHealthtech
Heartland Veterinary Partners provides operational support and partnership services to veterinary practices across the United States.
Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechWellness & FitnessChicago, US
Dr. George Robinson(Founder & Vice-Chairman)
Heritage Distribution Holdings (HDH) is an HVAC/R distributor that supplies parts, supplies, and equipment to contractors across North America.
B2B MarketplacesConstruction TechLogistics & Supply ChainAtlanta, US
Jensen Hughes provides fire protection engineering, accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety, security, and emergency management services across critical infrastructure, large-scale construction, and disaster response globally.
Construction TechDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTechLegalTechSan Francisco, US
Alexander Earls(Executive Officer, Director)Philip V Petrocelli(Executive Officer, Director)Philip Rogers(Executive Officer, Director)R. David Andrews(Executive Officer, Director)inRaj Arora(CEO)in
BoardDell Larcen(Director)
Co-investorsMidwest Mezzanine FundsNew Mountain Capital
Kano Laboratories is a specialty chemical manufacturer that makes professional-grade penetrating oils, lubricants, greases, and cleaners for maintenance, repair, and operations professionals across industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
Advanced ManufacturingNew MaterialsNashville, US
Mark Klein(C-Suite Executive)inPaul Bessette(Vice President of Research & Development)inJosh Drake(VP of Finance / Deals)inJoan Duvall(Marketing Executive)inMichael Neumann(Vice President of Sales)inNatalia Diaz(President, Super Lube)in
Meazure Learning is a testing and assessment platform provider that offers remote proctoring, test security, and integrity safeguards for online testing and certification programs.
EdTechEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Co-investorsBonaventure CapitalEastside PartnersBain Capital CreditGreat Hill Partners
Mechanix Wear designs and manufactures work gloves for skilled trade professionals, mechanics, construction workers, and service members using anatomical design and proprietary material technology.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerDirect to ConsumerHardware
Ncontracts provides risk management and compliance software for financial organizations, combining AI-powered tools with expertise from former regulators and compliance professionals.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechLegalTech
Michael Berman(Founder)in
Co-investorsGrowth Street PartnersMainsail Partners
phData builds intelligent systems for enterprises, combining trusted data foundations, scalable infrastructure, and operational systems to move AI and machine learning projects from experimentation into production.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareMinneapolis, US
Brock Noland(Executive Officer, Director)Adam Fokken(Executive Officer, Director)inRyan Bosshart(Executive Officer, Director)inMcDonald Noland(Executive Officer)Michael Cleveland(Executive Officer)
BoardRyan Kruizenga(Director)in
Co-investorsArthur VenturesMonroe Capital
Potter Global Technologies develops fire and life safety technology intended to protect people, property, and critical infrastructure.
Deep TechHardwareIoT
FELIX PARK(Director)MARK LEVY(Executive Officer, Director)SOHRAB ROB SALEK(Director)BERNARD J. LEARS(Executive Officer, Director)KELLY ROMANO(Executive Officer, Director)ROBERT E. GRADY(Executive Officer, Director)
Repipe Specialists provides residential and multi-family building repiping services using high-quality materials, completing projects in 1-2 days with a lifetime warranty.
Construction TechConsumerPropTechUSA, US
Jeff Butler(Founder)in
Revision Skincare offers skincare products marketed as part of an ABC E Skin Longevity Regimen.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerLongevityWellness & Fitness
John Mullerin
Rootstock provides a cloud-based ERP solution built on the Salesforce platform for manufacturers, distributors, and supply chain companies.
Advanced ManufacturingEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Pat Garrehy(Founder and Board Member)Rick Berger(Chief Executive Officer)Geoff Brannon(Chief Financial Officer)inCaroline Marty(Senior Vice President of Global Professional Services & Enablement)inAndy Brabender(Chief Revenue Officer)inRobert Rostamizadeh(Chief Technology Officer)in
Co-investorsMontage Capital
Shermco designs, fabricates, tests, repairs, and maintains low, medium, and high-voltage electrical equipment for customers' power systems.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechEnergyEnterprise SoftwareIrving, US
Pete ShermanPHILIP V. PETROCELLI(Executive Officer, Director)RON WIDUP(Director)DAVID M. WALSH(Director)PHILIP J. STASSI(Director)ALEXANDER G. EARLS(Executive Officer, Director)
Premium sparkling water and beverages made with real squeezed fruit and zero added sugar.
Dave Burwickin
Co-investorsAlmanac InsightsKarpReillyNew Ground VenturesProlog VenturesRiverPark Ventures
Trinity Consultants provides regulatory compliance and engineering solutions for manufacturers of building products, serving companies working with wood, concrete, glass, and composite materials.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechConstruction TechEnterprise SoftwareDallas, US
Dick Schultz
Vision Innovation Partners provides management and operational support services to ophthalmology and eye care practices in the Mid-Atlantic region, handling practice management, compliance, finance, and marketing functions.
Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechMedical DevicesMid-Atlantic Region, US
Maria Scott(Co-founder, Physician)Mark Whitten(Co-founder, Physician)
TRUpath is a commercial laundry wash system that replaces traditional alkaline formulas with a safer, low-pH alternative for healthcare, hospitality, food processing, and industrial facilities.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechEnterprise SoftwareHealthtechIoTLoveland, US
Justin Hanks(CEO)
Wind River Environmental provides septic tank, drain, and wastewater management services for residential, commercial, municipal, and industrial customers across North America.
CleantechClimate TechEnterprise SoftwareImpact & Social GoodLogistics & Supply ChainMarlborough, US
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Accelerated RehabilitationCompany Allied-Barton® (FKA Allied Security)Company Bright Now! DentalCompany Eight O'Clock CoffeeCompany K&N Engineering, Inc.Company MedFinders (FKA NurseFinders Inc.)Company North American Essential Home Services (NAEHS)Company OB Hospital Inc. OBHGCompany Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN)Company Safety ManagementConsolidated Fire ProtectionCora Health ServicesDlcEnvision ExperienceFieldroutesFlagstone FoodsFleet LabsFortreumGoodierHrsoftIntelligratedLearn BehavioralMatrixx InitiativesMetagenicsMilaniMiller HeimanMsd Performance PrductsNewrocketOrchid Underwriters AgencyPacur LlcPhnsRapidairRegedRoc SkincareSheplersSmile Brands IncSynteractTasq TechThermal Technology Distribution SolutionsTransportation InsightTrusthouse ServicesUpdate LegalVetnique LabsVivify Ingredients
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesphData · tipranks.com · Aug 13, 2026
Jensen Hughes · businesswire.com · Aug 5, 2026
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gryphon Partners II, L.P.LPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Washington State Investment Board | 1999 | — | 4.7% | 1.18x | 1.18x |
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 Gryphon made?
- Gryphon has 72 tracked investments.
- What sectors does Gryphon focus on?
- Gryphon focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Gryphon located?
- Gryphon is headquartered in San Francisco, US.
- Who does Gryphon co-invest with?
- Gryphon most often shares deals with Almanac Insights, Eastside Partners, Mainsail Partners, among 13 tracked co-investors.
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