Tailwind Capital
Private equityNew York · Growth · 45 people tracked
Also known as TAILWIND MANAGEMENT LP
Investment thesis
Tailwind Capital pursues control investments in durable North American middle market companies operating in large, growing end-markets, specifically Infrastructure Services, Supply Chain, and IT Services. The firm targets asset-efficient, services-focused business models it knows well and applies an operationally intensive value-creation process it calls 'Accelerate Change,' which concentrates resources on technology adoption, top-line growth investments, and strategic add-on acquisitions. It emphasizes close partnership with management teams to achieve shared growth objectives.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 25, 2026.
Team · 45 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 15 of 29 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×5Hardware ×5Logistics & Supply Chain ×4SaaS ×4Construction Tech ×3Advanced Manufacturing ×2AI & Machine Learning ×2EdTech ×2
HQs:United States×4
Investments · 29 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathCloud for Good is a Salesforce consulting and implementation partner that delivers strategy, architecture, integration, data, and AI solutions built on Salesforce and Agentforce.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingSaaS
Co-investorsSalesforce VenturesConvergent Capital
Technology-enabled, non-asset-based third-party vehicle lifecycle solutions provider offering car haul, drive away, storage, title and registration, compliance, and more for OEMs, dealerships, and fleet management companies.
ACERTUS operates an automotive logistics platform that moves, stores, reconditions, titles, and registers finished vehicles across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Logistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationSaaS
Services and solutions provider of valves, fittings, and supports across diverse end markets including HVAC, industrial, fire protection, oil and gas, construction, and waterworks.
Banner Solutions is a distributor of door hardware, specialty lock hardware, and electronic access control products, offering in-stock inventory, real-time pricing, and order tracking.
B2B MarketplacesE-commerceHardware
Brightspot is a content management system and content operations platform for enterprises, offering AI-assisted tools for creating, publishing, and governing digital content across multiple channels.
Enterprise SoftwareMarketing TechSaaS
Cloud consulting firm helping nonprofits and higher education institutions accelerate transformation with technology, primarily focused on Salesforce Education Cloud and Nonprofit Cloud.
IT solution provider leveraging Microsoft and Cisco technology to modernize business applications and deliver consulting and managed services.
Global project and cost management consulting firm serving education, healthcare, corporate, entertainment, public, and retail sectors worldwide.
Cumming Group is an international project management and cost consulting firm serving clients in the construction and built environment sector.
Construction TechPropTech
Co-investorsLeonard Green
Global provider of audiovisual and media solutions, designing and building complex, large-scale installations for major brands, venues, and government agencies.
DMD Systems provides IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services, including secure asset removal, logistics, data sanitization and destruction to NAID AAA and NIST standards, reuse-first refurbishment/resale, and R2v3-certified recycling.
Circular EconomyCybersecurityEnterprise Software
Co-investorsStellus Capital Management
eLearning platform for the fitness and wellness industry offering proprietary training courses and certifications to professionals and employers.
ISSA provides personal trainer and fitness certifications, including NCCA-accredited options, along with nutrition and specialized coaching programs.
EdTechSports TechWellness & Fitness
Provider of specialized inspection, industrial maintenance, instrumentation, insulation, coatings, and pipeline construction services to energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets.
Diversified is a technology integrator that designs, builds, and maintains audiovisual and digital systems for immersive spaces such as arenas, workplaces, and broadcast production facilities.
Enterprise SoftwareHardwareMedia & Entertainment
Cloud IT services company enabling customers to leverage Google Cloud infrastructure through technical consulting and managed services across Google Workspace and Google Cloud practices.
Provider of highly engineered, branded automotive aftermarket drivetrain, suspension, and undercar products for SUVs, trucks, and CUVs.
Stratix is a managed mobility services provider that designs, deploys, manages, and supports end-to-end enterprise mobile technology programs, covering the full device lifecycle from procurement and deployment to help desk support, repair, expense management, and IT asset disposition.
Enterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSPeachtree Corners, US
Co-investorsLLR
Valor Fleet provides towing and fleet services including light and heavy duty towing, equipment transportation, crane services, enclosed and exotic vehicle transport, truck and trailer inspections and repair, private property enforcement, and recovery work.
Logistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationLeesburg, US
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 5
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tailwind Capital Partners Fund IV, L.P.LPs: Washington State Investment Board | 2025 | — | -31.1% | 0.70x | — |
| Tailwind Capital Partners III, L.P.LPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Washington State Investment Board | 2018 | — | 0.4% | 1.01x | 1.01x |
| Tailwind Capital Partners IILPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System, Oregon Public Employees Retirement System | 2013 | — | 9.5% | 1.48x | 1.48x |
| Tailwind Capital PartnersLPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, New York City Police Pension Fund, New York City Fire Department Pension Fund +2 more | 2007 | — | 11.1% | 1.59x | 1.59x |
| Tailwind Capital Partners (PP), LPLPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System | 2007 | — | 11.3% | 1.49x | 1.49x |
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 Tailwind Capital made?
- Tailwind Capital has 30 tracked investments.
- What stage does Tailwind Capital invest at?
- Tailwind Capital invests at the Growth stage.
- What is Tailwind Capital's typical check size?
- Tailwind Capital typically writes checks of $25M – $200M.
- What sectors does Tailwind Capital focus on?
- Tailwind Capital focuses on Logistics & Supply Chain.
- Where is Tailwind Capital located?
- Tailwind Capital is headquartered in New York, US.
- Does Tailwind Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, Tailwind Capital leads investment rounds.
- Who does Tailwind Capital co-invest with?
- Tailwind Capital most often shares deals with Convergent Capital, Leonard Green, LLR, among 4 tracked co-investors.
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