Equi Private Equity Fund

Founded by Valeria Lazzaroli and Equi Private Equity Fund invests in small and medium enterprises with a particular emphasis on Italy. The investment management approach means that, as well as providing capital, the fund is a solid partner that accompanies the development and growth of companies alongside shareholders and management. The Equi Private Equity Fund team is able to provide support thanks to its wide experience and knowledge earned in the worlds of strategic consulting, investment banking and company management. The skills and know-how range from selecting, evaluating, negotiating and structuring investments, to strategic or operational consulting in individual businesses. The fund invests in Italian SMEs with a sales turnover ranging from €1-20 million, focusing particularly on the manufacturing and services markets and the sector of goods for manufacturing processes. The fund makes two main types of investments: Leveraged Buyout (acquisition of majority stakes) and Development Capital (subscriptions to increase capital in companies with a high growth potential). The average investment size ranges from €500k to €5 million in terms of equity.