Brightstar Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused on partnering with closely-held and family-owned companies, where we can be a value-add investor. Brightstar is led by a seasoned team of investors with significant operating experience across numerous sectors and a primary focus on Business Services, Industrial Services, Consumer Services, and Government Services & Technology.

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Brightstar Capital Partners

Brightstar Capital Partners' headquarters in New York, NY, United States

Andrew Weinberg

Chris Nicolini

Reidar Brekke

Brian Cronin

Roger Bulloch

Juan Rio

Cara Toolin

Gary Hokkanen

Michael Singer

Craig Thomas

Tom Meredith

Bruce Roberson

Joseph Bartek

Jonathan Quigley

Raul Deju

Emily Farnworth

Gary Butler

Katherine Davisson

Theresa Whitmarsh

Daniel Shapiro

Jason Few

Bob Pragada

Charles Carmel

Bob Baker

The Leadership Team at Brightstar Capital Partners drives the firm’s strategic vision and investment initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company’s focus on enhancing value in closely-held and family-owned businesses. Comprising seasoned professionals with extensive operational and investment expertise, the team collaborates on identifying opportunities, overseeing portfolio management, and fostering sustainable practices while guiding the firm’s overall growth and market positioning.

Leadership Team

The Accounting and Finance Team at Brightstar Capital Partners is responsible for managing the firm's financial operations, including fund accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and financial planning. They ensure accurate and timely financial information to support decision-making, maintain investor relations, and ensure regulatory compliance for the firm’s investments in closely-held and family-owned businesses.

Accounting and Finance Team

The Partners team at Brightstar Capital Partners is responsible for sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities, managing and growing portfolio companies, and leveraging their extensive industry experience to drive value creation. They work closely with closely-held and family-owned companies to provide strategic guidance and operational support, ensuring successful investment outcomes and long-term growth.

Partners

The Administrative Team at Brightstar Capital Partners supports the firm's daily operations by managing schedules, handling communications, and providing clerical assistance. This team ensures smooth office functionality, assists executives and senior managers, and aids in the coordination of meetings and events, enabling the firm to maintain its focus on value-added investments and strategic partnerships.

Administrative Team

The Advisory Team at Brightstar Capital Partners provides strategic guidance and expert insights to closely-held and family-owned companies. Leveraging their extensive operating experience across various sectors, they work closely with portfolio companies to enhance value, optimize operations, and achieve long-term growth objectives.

Advisory Team

The Associate Team at Brightstar Capital Partners is responsible for conducting detailed market research, performing financial analysis, and supporting due diligence efforts for potential investments. They work closely with senior team members to identify value creation opportunities, assist in portfolio management, and prepare investment memos and presentations. This team is crucial in driving data-driven decision-making processes and fostering strong relationships with existing and potential portfolio companies.

Associate Team

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Brightstar Capital Partners

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Board & advisors

Teams

Leadership Team

Accounting and Finance Team

Partners

Administrative Team

Advisory Team

Associate Team

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