Approach

Being Local Matters.

Our geographically distributed model is essential to our strategy. Our local presence in key markets across the country enables us to keep our ears to the ground to access new opportunities and work closely with our portfolio companies.

where we are

AGS

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of PlayAGS in June 2025. Brightstar will work with the AGS team, led by President and CEO David Lopez, to deliver innovative products and expand into new markets.

Headquarters: Las Vegas, NV
Year of Investment: 2025
Status: Current
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America’s Group

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of XLerate Group in September 2021 in partnership with the Company’s senior management team. The Company joined forces with America’s Auto Auction in December 2021 and the combined company became America’s Group in 2022. Brightstar believes the Company is well-positioned to grow and continue to provide quality service to dealers and institutional customers.

Headquarters: Carmel, IN
Year of Investment: 2021
Status: Current
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Astrion

Brightstar Capital Partners unveiled Astrion in December 2023, a company committed to innovation and customer progress in the U.S. Government’s Civilian, Defense and Space communities. Astrion brings together two flagship government services firms, ERC, acquired in May 2021, and Oasis Systems, in May 2022.

Headquarters: Centers of Excellence: Burlington, MA; Huntsville, AL; Washington, DC
Year of Investment: 2021
Status: Current
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Best Choice Roofing

Brightstar completed the acquisition of Best Choice Roofing in August 2024 in partnership with the Company’s Founder/CEO and leadership team. Brightstar will focus on enhancing BCR’s systems and infrastructure to support continued rapid geographic expansion and the ability to deliver exceptional service.

Headquarters: Hendersonville, TN
Year of Investment: 2024
Status: Current
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BrightCell Logistics

Developed in 2023 as a result of a spin out from Likewize, and headquartered in Miami, FL, BrightCell Logistics is the former Latin American distribution segment for Likewize. The Company’s services include the purchase, warehousing, and intelligent management of mobile equipment inventory, as well as specialized shipping to points of sale and end users.

Headquarters: Miami, FL
Year of Investment: 2023
Status: Current
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Capstone Nutrition

A developer and manufacturer of a wide range of high-quality vitamins, minerals, nutrition, anti-aging, and general wellness products.

Headquarters: Ogden, Utah
Year of Investment: 2019
Status: Realized
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Douglas Products

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of Douglas Products in September 2023 in partnership with the Company’s CEO and leadership team. The partnership will help the Company execute both organic and acquisition growth strategies.

Headquarters: Liberty, MO
Year of Investment: 2023
Status: Current
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InfraServ

A platform company created to support a growing national network of industrial equipment dealerships and services, with St. Louis-based Gateway Dealer Network as InfraServ’s first acquisition.

Headquarters: Valley Park, MO
Status: Partially Realized
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KZF Design

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of KZF Design in May 2025 in partnership with the Company’s CEO and leadership team.

Headquarters: Cincinnati, OH
Year of Investment: 2025
Status: Current
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Novae

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of Novae in December 2021 in partnership with the Company’s founder and senior management team. The partnership will help the Company expand and continue to be one of the leading professional trailer manufacturers in North America.

Headquarters: Markle, IN
Year of Investment: 2021
Status: Current
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Qualtek

A technology-driven provider of infrastructure services to the 5G wireless, telecom, power grid modernization, and renewable energy sectors across North America.

Headquarters: Blue Bell, PA
Year of Investment: 2025
Status: Realized
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REMarkets

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of ReMarkets in partnership with the company’s founder and CEO, Jeff Zeigler, in March 2016. After significant investment acquiring and onboarding new suppliers, Brightstar’s partnership established a foundational business that will serve as the platform of growth leading into the future.

Headquarters: Austin, TX
Year of Investment: 2016
Status: Current
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Stratus

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of Stratus in August 2024 in partnership with the Company’s CEO and leadership team. Brightstar believes Stratus can achieve substantial growth by integrating and continuing to provide differentiated services to its customers.

Headquarters: Coraopolis, PA
Year of Investment: 2024
Status: Current
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Texas Water Supply

Brightstar Capital Partners completed a capital commitment to Texas Water Supply (TWS) in partnership with the company’s existing owners in October 2017. The partnership has enabled TWS to undertake a significant expansion project and improve its processes. The Company has the capacity to provide water to more than 200,000 people on an annual basis in one of the fastest-growing regions of the country.

Headquarters: Boerne, TX
Year of Investment: 2017
Status: Current
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W.W. Williams

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of W.W. Williams in January 2025 in partnership with the Company’s CEO and leadership team. Brightstar sees significant opportunities to accelerate Williams’ growth by expanding its offerings, supporting and growing its OEM relationships, executing a targeted M&A strategy, and investing in people and technology.

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Headquarters: Dublin, OH
Year of Investment: 2025
Status: Current
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WindsorONE

Brightstar Capital Partners completed the acquisition of WindsorONE in August 2022 in partnership with the Company’s owner and leadership team. The partnership will help WindsorONE expand and continue to manufacture premium quality wood trim boards as the repair and remodel market expands.

Headquarters: Petaluma, CA
Year of Investment: 2022
Status: Current
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Brightstar Capital Partners

NY Headquarters:
51 W 52nd St, 18th Flr
New York, NY 10019

Brightstar Capital Partners

FL Headquarters:
One Flagler, 15th Floor
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Market Opportunity

The estimated $105 trillion dollar Great Wealth Transfer will impact many middle market businesses owned by founders, families and entrepreneurs. Brightstar believes we are well positioned to help companies navigate the future and deliver sustainable growth. In family business research report we sponsor, succession planning remains a key concern for many family businesses.

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Sector Focus

Brightstar focuses on sectors where we can add value, utilizing our operational expertise to drive efficiency and growth.

Business Services

Industrials

Consumer

Government Services & Technology

What We Look For

Strong free cash flow generation
Potential for game-changing operational enhancements
Resilient end-market demand, limited cyclicality
Business model not predicated on binary outcomes
Established businesses that have been undercapitalized
High barriers to entry
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