We Help Build Market Leaders, One Partnership at a Time
With our global network and strategic knowledge base, AEA SBPE is a growth incubator for tomorrow’s industry leaders
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A Legacy Of Helping Management Teams Achieve Their Vision By Removing Barriers To Growth
Our industrial family roots, collegial culture and partnership approach position us as the preferred partner of choice for family- and founder-led companies
We serve as the catalyst for strategic expansion, enabling founder- and management-led businesses to transform into market leaders
Relationships matter. Many of our management teams continue their support for AEA beyond our ownership period, which is the truest form of validation
With Whom We Want to Partner
We work alongside like-minded operators who are well positioned for growth by virtue of their company culture and superior business models. Across all industries, our preferred partners share these characteristics which enable them to outperform:
How We Work
We work closely with management to determine what the right resources are to both stimulate growth and expand beyond what the business has achieved on its own. From day one, our partners gain access to AEA’s deep domain expertise and trusted, global network of strategic and functional resources. Whether organically or through acquisition, we help our businesses grow for impact, not just scale
Execution Experience
Tap into the experience of AEA’s 110+ investment professionals to prioritize and execute value creation initiatives
Strategic Insight
Access to industry veterans with differentiated thought leadership and new perspectives
Functional Expertise
Gain professional support in areas such as business development, digital marketing, operations, information technology and human resources
Global Credibility & Network
Leverage AEA’s global footprint and relationships to access new channels and geographies
Business Development Resource
Source, execute and integrate acquisitions effectively with dedicated M&A capabilities
Aligned Partner
AEA SBF is committed to supporting management’s growth journey
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