Our Approach
Our Philosophy
We believe, and our results confirm, that teaming Cove Creek with a growing platform will ultimately win for customers, owners, employees, and investors.
Why We Succeed:
It’s one thing to have a great idea, it’s another to be able to execute on a plan. We are action oriented, intellectually curious and have low ego. We only work with those that have the highest level of integrity and alignment of goals.
What We Are:
Goal-oriented achievers. Problem solvers and provide new ways of looking at old problems
Goal-oriented achievers. Problem solvers and provide new ways of looking at old problems
Our Process
Identify a growth-oriented business in the midst of expansion
- Relationships Matter
- We think creatively about each opportunity
Evaluate alignment
- Does it provide social good?
- What is the owner’s motivation?
- What is the investment horizon?
Invest and partner
- Flexible terms
- Owner(s) retain significant equity and operational control
- Dedicated Cove Creek Partner as operational partner, others add time and expertise
Our Process
Identify a growth-oriented business in the midst of expansion
- Relationships Matter
- We think creatively about each opportunity
Evaluate alignment
- Does it provide social good?
- What is the owner’s motivation?
- What is the investment horizon?
Invest and partner
- Flexible terms
- Owner(s) retain significant equity and operational control
- Dedicated Cove Creek Partner as operational partner, others add time and expertise
Agree upon investment horizon
- Focus on reaching agreed upon goals
- Adaptable to owners
- Cognizant of market conditions
Our Process
Identify a growth-oriented business struggling with expansion
- 1st or 2nd degree relationships
- No brokers or typical PE sales process
Evaluate alignment
- Does it provide social good?
- What is the owner’s motivation?
- What is the investment horizon?
Invest and partner
- Flexible terms
- Owner(s) retain significant equity and operational control
- Dedicated Cove Creek Partner as operational partner, others add time and expertise
Decide on exit
- Understand the terms of the exit prior to investment
- Flexible to owners and/or next generation of owners
- Clearly articulated to our investors