Waypoint Capital Partners

Waypoint Capital Partners operates as an operationally focused private equity firm, specializing in the lower middle market. The firm provides capital coupled with extensive operational, strategic, and financial guidance to its portfolio company management teams. They employ a proprietary value creation methodology, customized for each investment, to support businesses in implementing growth strategies and enhancing performance.

John Henry Moulton founded Waypoint Capital Partners in 2001. The firm was established with the understanding that successful private equity partnerships require more than just capital; it necessitates active, hands-on engagement and support for management. This approach, rooted in a family office heritage, emphasizes long-term value creation through collaborative problem-solving and strategic direction.

The firm partners with founder and family-owned businesses across North America, typically those with $5-$25 million in EBITDA, seeking control buyouts with significant equity rollover. Waypoint Capital Partners’ vision centers on fostering sustainable growth for these companies, focusing on scaling with purpose. They aim to ensure businesses develop while preserving their fundamental strengths, particularly their commitment to exceptional products, services, and customer satisfaction.