1.
Real
Partners
with
Management
We
provide
management
with
a
significant
ownership
stake
so
that
incentives
are
aligned
and
value
creation
is
rewarded.
Proven
executives
continue
to
run
the
daily
operations
and
as
board
members,
we
support
the
management
team
with
strategy,
financing,
executive
recruiting,
Asian
sourcing,
acquisitions
and
other
outside
resources.
2.
Up-front
Collaboration
We
work
with
founders/owners
and
management
to
create,
develop
and
execute
a
plan
for
the
business.
This
approach
is
noteworthy
because
much
of
the
brainstorming
takes
place
before
a
deal
is
consummated.
3.
Prudent
Capital
Structure
We
structure
our
investments
to
be
able
to
withstand
fluctuations
in
company
performance
and
economic
cycles.
We
create
value
by
growing
companies
and
view
financial
leverage
as
a
means
to
enhance
returns.
We
also
make
sure
that
capital
is
available
should
an
attractive
acquisition
become
available.
4.
Responsiveness
As
a
small,
strategy-led
firm,
we
are
able
to
filter
investment
inquiries
expediently.
When
we
identify
an
attractive
investment
opportunity,
we
have
the
financial
capability
and
agility
to
complete
transactions
within
a
timeframe
that
minimizes
management
distraction.
5.
Confidentiality
We
believe
that
private
equity
is
more
than
a
business.
It
is
a
profession.
Our
behavior
reflects
this
belief.
We
are
more
focused
and
deliberate;this
is
why
3
out
of
4
founders
reinvest
with
us,
rather
than
sell
100%
of
the
company
outright.
