Fundraising FoxPalladium
Private equityActively deployingNew York · Growth · 35 people tracked
Also known as Palladium Equity Partners Advisor, Llc · PALLADIUM HERITAGE MANAGEMENT, LLC
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Investment thesis
Palladium runs two strategies. Its Flagship strategy has anchored its investment approach for more than 25 years across four institutional funds, delivering results through varied economic cycles. Its Heritage strategy, launched in 2022, targets B2B and industrial companies in the lower middle-market, leveraging the firm's team and network. Palladium's value-creation model centers on three pillars: accelerating growth through strategic plans, organic opportunities and M&A; improving operations via financing, budgeting, systems and reporting; and enhancing leadership by building the right teams and governance. The firm draws on a bench of industry executives and consultants to source, evaluate and lead investments, and embeds stewardship practices such as diverse boards and impact measurement.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 29, 2026.
Team · 35 people
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What they invest in
from 19 of 34 portfolio companiesConsumer ×7Advanced Manufacturing ×4FoodTech ×4Logistics & Supply Chain ×4B2B Marketplaces ×3Direct to Consumer ×3E-commerce ×3Healthtech ×3
HQs:United States×16
Investments · 34 tracked
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Accupac is a contract development and manufacturing partner that formulates and manufactures beauty, personal care, and healthcare products for global consumer brands and emerging indie brands.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerHealthtech
Paul AlvaterinEdward Gotch(Chief Executive Officer)inMichelle Chavez(Chief Commercial Officer)inJoe Warchol(Chief Financial Officer)inVincent P. Dimino(Vice President of Manufacturing)Gail Curran(Chief Human Resources Officer)in
Co-investorsH.I.G. CapitalJ.H. Whitney
American Gilsonite Company operates in oil and gas extraction and energy production.
Advanced ManufacturingEnergyNew MaterialsBonanza, US
Craig Mueller(Chief Executive Officer)inDave Clark(President)Steve Granda(Vice President and Chief Financial Officer)in
Bodewell Group is a strategic communications and public affairs firm that advises public and private sector organizations on navigating complexity across infrastructure, policy, and technology.
Construction TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTechSan Diego, US
Chris Wahl(Founder and CEO)inAlan Ziegaus(Co-founder)
Daniel's Jewelers is a jewelry retailer selling lab-grown diamond rings and fine jewelry.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceRetail TechBell Gardens, US
Joe SherwoodinHelene Sherwood
DME Express operates the nation's largest direct hospice durable medical equipment provider, serving patients across multiple states with equipment and supplies.
E-commerceHealthtechLogistics & Supply ChainMedical Devices
Mark Borneleit(Chief Executive Officer)inCurtis Spencer(President)
Co-investorsWay Point Capital PartnersWaypoint Capital
Envoy Global provides immigration services and technology to help organizations manage global talent acquisition, including visa processing, work authorizations, and strategic compliance support.
Enterprise SoftwareHR TechLegalTechSaaS
Richard Burkein
Co-investorsBuilding VenturesGoodyear VenturesGroundBreak VenturesShell Ventures
EverDriven provides specialized student transportation services to school districts nationwide, focusing on children with unique transportation needs and vulnerable student populations.
EdTechImpact & Social GoodLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationOrange County, US
Co-investorsCharlesbank Capital Partners
Fora Financial provides working capital funding to small businesses through a streamlined digital application process.
FintechManhattan, US
Jared Feldman(Co-founder)Dan Smith(Co-founder)in
Health Connect America provides behavioral, mental health, and family-focused care services, developing individualized care plans delivered by a network of care professionals.
Digital HealthMental HealthWellness & Fitness
HealthSun is a Medicare Managed Care Organization offering Medicare Advantage HMO plans to more than 50,000 members through a provider network.
Digital HealthHealthtechInsurTechMiami, US
Jordan's Skinny Mixes produces sugar-free flavoring syrups and beverage enhancers for consumers seeking low-calorie drink options.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechWellness & FitnessTampa, US
Jordan Engelhardtin
Kymera International manufactures specialty materials and surface technologies, including metal powders, alloys, and advanced coatings, serving industrial customers across aerospace, automotive, electronics, and other sectors globally.
Advanced ManufacturingDeep TechNew MaterialsDetroit, US
Willson Ropp(Chief Executive Officer)in
Co-investorsPlatinumMRL Ventures Fund
National Auto Parts NorCal is a distributor of certified and non-certified auto body and cooling parts for all vehicle makes and models, serving auto body businesses in Northern California with free delivery within a 120-mile radius of its Oakland warehouse.
B2B MarketplacesLogistics & Supply ChainOakland, US
Pronto Insurance offers insurance products to consumers, directing prospective customers to call an agent by phone.
InsurTech
Quirch Foods produces and distributes frozen and refrigerated foods—including seafood, chicken, tropical vegetables, fruit, and prepared items—sold under its own brands to retailers and foodservice operators.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerFoodTechLogistics & Supply ChainRetail TechMiami, US
Spice World produces fresh garlic and other convenient flavor products, including peeled and organic garlic, shallots, squeezable ginger, seasoning blends, and minced/chopped onion in squeezable bottles.
ConsumerFoodTech
Andy Caneza(Founder)
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
AbraAmerican GilsonateCanella Media LLCCapital ContractorsCeleritasClarionCollision Auto PartsEnvoy GlobalGoodwestHealth Connect AmericaHilsingerHy Cite Enterprises, LLCJordan Health ServicesQuirchSouthwest Strategies
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesFora Financial · forafinancial.com · Jun 15, 2026
Quirch Foods · finance.yahoo.com · Nov 12, 2025
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 7
as of Jun 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palladium VLPs: Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund | 2018 | — | 14.6% | 1.65x | 0.64x |
| Palladium Equity Partners VLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Empire State Development – New York Ventures, California State Teachers' Retirement System +8 more | 2017 | — | 12.0% | 1.50x | 0.75x |
| Palladium Equity Partners IV, L.P.LPs: Empire State Development – New York Ventures, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association +6 more | 2014 | — | 9.6% | 1.67x | 0.96x |
| Palladium IVLPs: Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund | 2014 | — | 10.8% | 1.84x | 0.84x |
| Palladium Equity Partners IV, L.P. Private EquityLPs: Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System | 2012 | — | — | 1.80x | 1.81x |
| Palladium IIILPs: Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund | 2005 | — | 11.4% | 1.72x | 1.72x |
| Palladium Equity Partners IIILPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System, Empire State Development – New York Ventures +5 more | 2004 | — | 14.4% | 1.86x | 1.86x |
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 Palladium made?
- Palladium has 34 tracked investments.
- What stage does Palladium invest at?
- Palladium invests at the Growth stage.
- What is Palladium's typical check size?
- Palladium typically writes checks of $50M – $150M.
- What sectors does Palladium focus on?
- Palladium focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, Consumer, Fintech, FoodTech, Healthtech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Media & Entertainment, New Materials.
- Where is Palladium located?
- Palladium is headquartered in New York, US.
- Does Palladium lead rounds?
- Yes, Palladium leads investment rounds.
- Who does Palladium co-invest with?
- Palladium most often shares deals with H.I.G. Capital, J.H. Whitney, MRL Ventures Fund, among 6 tracked co-investors.
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