they are driven by a motivation and inspiration to do more with their business – which aligns with the very purpose of our firm. At Thurston, our job isn't just to invest in the right companies; it's to find and invest with the right partners and support them in driving growth and greatness.
Our Strategy
At Thurston Group, our sophisticated and successful investment strategy is built on simple, specific criteria. We use a differentiated sourcing process to confidently identify the right companies to partner with, ultimately benefiting those partners as well as our investors.
Our portfolio companies from across the healthcare industry share a common DNA –
We have a deep bench of strategic portfolio resources
Financial and Operational Expertise
Proven, Replicable Growth Playbook
Recruiting and Mentoring Executives
With our deep understanding of the unique competitive, business and financial issues facing healthcare companies, we foster confident and robust partnerships that drive success.
Our Investment Criteria
When assessing new partnership opportunities we are especially interested in fragmented industries in compelling healthcare industry subsectors.
Company Size
Company Size
- $1-$10M in EBITDA (can be smaller for add-ons)
Company Characteristics
Company Characteristics
- Historical profitability and growth
- Sustainable competitive position
- Aligned Owners / Founders and Management
- Favorable growth opportunities
Investment Structure
Investment Structure
- Open to flexible ownership models
- Majority investment in partnership with owners / founders and management
Use of Capital
Use of Capital
- Facilitate ownership transitions, management buyouts
- Expedite growth through de novo expansions and opportunistic bolt-on acquisitions