Trilantic North America Recognized by Inc. and GrowthCap as a Leading Founder-Focused Private Equity Firm

Firm named to Inc.'s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors and GrowthCap's 2026 Top Private Equity Firms lists

Trilantic North America has again been recognized by Inc. and GrowthCap for its continued commitment to partnering with founders, entrepreneurs and management teams to build and grow enduring businesses.

For the sixth consecutive year, Trilantic North America has been named to Inc.'s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors list, which recognizes private equity firms, venture capital firms and lenders with a demonstrated track record of supporting founder-led businesses. The annual list highlights investment partners that have earned the trust of entrepreneurs and helped their companies accelerate growth, drawing on feedback from founders about their experiences working with investment firms.

Trilantic North America was also named one of GrowthCap's 2026 Top Private Equity Firms, marking its fifth year receiving the distinction. GrowthCap's annual recognition honors firms that have demonstrated strong leadership, deep sector expertise and an ability to create lasting value for portfolio companies through strategic and operational support.

"At Trilantic North America, we believe successful partnerships are built on trust, collaboration and a shared vision for the future," said Danny James, CEO and Partner at Trilantic North America. "These recognitions reflect our commitment to working closely with founders and management teams, combining their entrepreneurial expertise with our resources and experience to help businesses navigate challenges, pursue new opportunities and achieve sustainable, long-term growth."

This year, Trilantic North America made several strategic investments in growth-oriented founder-led companies. The firm continues to take an active role in guiding its portfolio companies through a collaborative, hands-on approach, working alongside management teams to strengthen operations and support long-term growth.

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