TVV CAPITAL
TVV CAPITAL is a Series C+ and buyout fund in the US and UK investing in manufacturing and industrial-goods.
- Stages
- Series C+, buyout
- Sectors
- manufacturing, industrial-goods
- Invests in
- US-wide, UK
- Round role
- Leads rounds
- Actively investing
- Yes
- Founded
- 1997
- Assets under management
- $372M
- Website
- tvvcapital.com
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Thesis
TVV Capital is a private equity firm founded in 1997 and based in Nashville, Tennessee, specializing in the acquisition and growth of U.S.-based niche manufacturing companies. The firm targets lower middle-market businesses with revenues between $10 million and $150 million, focusing on those producing specialty, proprietary, or engineering-focused products. Their investment thesis is characterized by a 'Do No Harm' operational philosophy, prioritizing collaboration with existing management, and a commitment to preserving jobs and employee benefits. TVV Capital primarily engages in management-led and leveraged buyouts, with a geographic focus on the United States and some mention of the UK. The firm is currently investing its fifth fund and reported an AUM of $372,006,787 as of March 30, 2026. They target companies with enterprise values from $10 million to $100 million.
Common questions
Does TVV CAPITAL invest at the Series C+ stage?
Yes. TVV CAPITAL lists Series C+ and buyout among the stages it invests in.
Where does TVV CAPITAL invest?
TVV CAPITAL invests in the US and UK.