Robert W. Fraser

Owns and operates television and radio production, distribution & broadcasting stations, direct-to-consumer services, amusement parks and hotels

Functions as a College/University

Aurora Management Partners invests in middle market companies located in the US with enterprise values of $100 million to $500 million. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of Business Services & Distribution, Engineered Products, and Software & Data-enabled Services. It provides financing for acquisitions, growth, buyout transactions with an transaction size ranging from $50 to $300 million. It also takes a seat on the board of directors and seeks controlling interest.

Provides data, media advertising and custom marketing services

Develops software for insurance brokers

BC Partners focuses on leading buy-outs of larger businesses in the region and selectively outside Europe through its established network of offices in London, Paris, Hamburg, Milan and New York. The firm is an active, long-term manager that concentrates on large, multi-country transactions which typically have significant operations in Europe even when the principal place of business is elsewhere. They target a small number of companies, seeking a seat on the board of directors and partnering with management to implement the business plan and identify opportunities for value creation. BC Partners typically invests in high quality businesses which enjoy strong competitive positions in their industry. They focus on business fundamentals rather than sector specialization, placing particular value on pricing or cost leadership, demonstrated resilience to cycle downturns, profit improvement potential, and a high quality management team. The firm can invest over €2 billion per transaction and can contribute significant financial reserves to grow an acquired business.

Operates as a marketing platform that helps financial advisors and insurance agents

Functions as a College/University

Manufactures and distributes sunglasses, reading glasses, work gloves, wearing apparel, electronic accessories and cellphone chargers