TZP SBIC

TZP SBIC invests $5-$25 million in the form of debt and structured equity, as well as debt and equity co-investments in Small Businesses across the United States.

TZP SBIC operates as part of the TZP Group – a multi-strategy private equity firm managing over $2 billion across its family of funds, focused on investing in lower-middle market companies.

TZP SBIC invests alongside TZP’s Small Cap Buyout and Growth Equity fund strategies, as well as in non-TZP-sponsored transactions to support independent sponsors, funded sponsors, founders and management teams in achieving  their strategic priorities.  

Consistent with TZP’s other funds, TZP SBIC aims to be a Partner of Choice for owners and management teams by utilizing the power of our platform to help companies reach the next level.  TZP’s investment professionals bring deep industry and transaction experience to help companies grow and offer hands-on support in key functional areas via our in-house Portfolio Operations Group.  

Investment Criteria

  • Consumer Products & Services
  • Business Services
  • Technology
  • U.S. based SBA-eligible small businesses
  • History of stable cash flows and profitability
  • Multiple avenues for growth
  • Aligned partnerships with owners and management teams
  • Subordinated Debt
  • Structured Equity
  • Equity Co-Investment
  • One-Stop Financing Solutions in conjunction with our Bank LPs