Cenova was founded to acquire successful businesses that are important to their customers, community and suppliers. We provide business owners with a flexible path to exit including partial to full divestment, equity capital to support growth or investment capital for a management buyout.

 

We primarily invest in service-oriented companies that operate within profitable niches and possess a strong, competitive position. While we prefer to partner with existing ownership, we help solve the problem of succession by partnering with current management or an operating partner sourced from our network.

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Cenova's small group of investment partners is comprised of current and former business operators so we understand the unique challenges of starting, building and sustaining a company. Our partners, along with our network of retained experts, form an advisory team with a range of skills and experience from different industries. This network provides our companies with access to the support and guidance needed to grow and also navigate the many challenges associated with running a business.

 

Cenova provides an alternative to private equity firms with short investment horizons and large consolidators that often dilute a company's culture and unique identity. There is no fixed investment formula; instead, we approach each situation with creativity and flexibility to meet the needs of owners seeking an exit.