We believe business is as much about planning as it is profitability.
That’s why High Street Capital delivers equity and tailored operating experience to be a reliable, constant sounding board and strategic resource, long after the transaction is completed. Unlike many other private equity funds that pick potential Operating Partners from a “Rolodex,” High Street Capital has embedded Operating Partners who actively provide relevant operating experience and who are invested in the company’s success. The result is supporting executives and management teams with experienced, thoughtful, strategic recommendations while also empowering them to make the critical decisions and run day-to-day operations. If we cannot offer intelligent and forward-thinking strategic counsel, we simply won’t invest.
While we bring over a century of combined experience across industries and business sizes, we recognize that each company has gone through a unique set of circumstances that has led them to where they are today.
That’s why we work closely with management teams and executives to build value together. This starts before the transaction closes by assigning one or more of our Operating Partners to each company. The Operating Partners are mutually selected to be the best fit, to be sensitive to the organization’s dynamics, and to work with the management team from the very beginning. We also make sure everyone is on the same page with key objectives and equity participation incentives. This ensures there is always a dedicated and authentic partnership fed by transparent, authentic communication.
At the end of the day, all we have is our name. We hold ourselves and each other to the upmost level of integrity, excellence, and honesty in our dealings - operating with the high ethical standards and respect.
Our stewardship of our limited partners’ capital, as well as our own capital, is founded on a simple philosophy: know what you own, avoid businesses and markets you do not understand, use leverage prudently, maintain an intense focus on business fundamentals, and be beholden to your word. It’s been the cornerstone of our success with over 25 years of being in business and why High Street has not only survived deep economic downturns but thrived for over a quarter of a century.