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Overview
Paragraph is a private investment firm focused on the lower middle market. We partner with established, founder- and family-owned businesses to support their next phase of growth.

We invest patient capital, take a long-term view, and work alongside management teams, suppliers, and customers to build durable companies.

Investment Criteria

Company Profile

Established businesses with a history of profitability, loyal customers, and a defensible market position.

Sectors

Consumer products, specialty manufacturing, distribution, and business services.

Geography

Headquartered in the United States.
Approach
01 / Long-term orientation
Patient, flexible capital
We structure each partnership around the needs of the business and its owners, without a fixed timeline for exit.
02 / Operational support
Hands-on, not heavy-handed
We help with sourcing, sales channels, systems, and talent while leaving day-to-day leadership with the people who know the business best.
03 / Durable relationships
Built on trust
We value continuity with employees, customers, and vendors, and we aim to be a reliable counterparty in every relationship.
Supplier & Manufacturing Partners
Our portfolio companies rely on a network of manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers. We look for partners who want long-term, growing volume and are glad to support new product lines and expanded orders across our businesses. If you would like to work with us, please get in touch.