Intermediaries choose to work with FSC because of our investment philosophy, experience, professionalism and track record of success.

Investment Philosophy

The basic tenets of our philosophy - Managers as Partners, Value Added Investing, Focus on Long Term Value Creation - appeal to private business owners who are concerned about the future of their businesses and management teams.  As a result, we quickly build strong relationships with sellers and emerge as the "best fit" buyer for the business.

Experience

Our record of completing complicated transactions in the middle market in various financing environments over a twenty-five year period provides comfort to intermediaries that we can fulfill our commitments and have a successful transaction.  Moreover, our experience as operating managers and as investors leads sellers and intermediaries to grow comfortable with our ability to understand the business and support senior management after the closing.

Professionalism

We value our reputation as an effective, professional firm that intermediaries and sellers can trust.  Intermediaries receive our fullest attention and can rely on us for efficient, hands-on deal execution.  Our commitment to integrity, responsiveness, and professionalism has been consistent and is core to our philosophy.

Track Record of Success

We have a proven track record of completing transactions, working in partnership with management, growing our portfolio companies and realizing superior returns for our investors.