Shore Capital Partners

Mini-series podcast drop: As part of a new Bigger. Strong. Faster. series highlighting members of the CXO Fellows program, Mark D Larsen, CXO alumnus and CEO of Connexure, discusses his trajectory from CXO to CEO. He shares why he chose this career path, how failure fueled professional development, and the importance of building relationships in the lower middle market. Mark gives advice for aspiring CXOs on how to optimize their time in the program. Full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eP7_FS_u #privateequity #microcap #lowermiddlemarket

Mini-series podcast drop: As part of a new Bigger. Strong. Faster. series highlighting members of the CXO Fellows program, Emily Kahn reflects on her first year in the program at Hueman People Solutions, her transition from being a consultant to a PE-backed executive, and the reasons behind her career shift. Emily emphasizes the importance of building relationships and the support she received from the CXO alumni network. She also discusses how her personal entrepreneurial venture has deepened her appreciation for the dedication and hard work Shore founders put into their companies. Her journey is the path CXOs follow from being an early infusion of talent in portfolio companies, growing as an operator and through Shore University, and from C-Suite leader to CEO. Full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eYBY2hmC #privateequity #microcap #lowermiddlemarket

Podcast drop: As part of a new Bigger. Strong. Faster. mini-series highlighting members of the CXO Fellows program, Rob Collins shares his experience becoming Chief Operating Officer at SENTA ENT and Allergy Physicians, after serving as Chief Strategy officer and Chief Financial Officer. Rob highlights the importance of facing challenging tasks, the benefits of the CXO network, and key lessons learned, emphasizing curiosity, initiative, and reflection throughout his leadership journey. His journey is the path CXOs follow from being an early infusion of talent in portfolio companies, growing as an operator and through Shore University, and from C-Suite leader to CEO. Full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/eTiG68nJ

Exit Announcement: We are pleased to announce that Tandem HR was acquired by Vensure Employer Solutions. Tandem HR currently services more than 20,000 worksite employees nationally with human resources, benefits, payroll and risk management needs. Shore invested in Tandem in 2020 and assisted with several PEO (professional employer organization) acquisitions. Congratulations to Tara Derbick Conger and the Tandem team, and the Shore Deal Team Ryan Kelley, Jon Tomberlin, and Richard Rolapp. Full release: https://lnkd.in/eK-Jzf8M #PEO #ProfessionalEmployerOrganization #PrivateEquity #MiddleMarket #Microcap #DealAnnouncement

New Platform: we are pleased to announce the formation of ONDEX Automation, a factory automation systems integrator, with the completion of a strategic partnership with Live Automation. ONDEX will be led by Justin Kerr, Chief Executive Officer. Congratulations to Michael Barone and the LIVE team, and the Shore deal team John Sznewajs, Scott Luby, Jack Bowen, Michael Leibow, and Connor Brannick. Full release here: https://lnkd.in/e98RqcUx

Following our recent sale of autism therapy provider Behavioral Innovations (BI) to Tenex Capital Management, PE Hub wrote an article showcasing how Shore "deployed its entire playbook" to grow BI from 13 to 77 centers through organic growth. Shore co-founding Partner John Hennegan shares his personal connection to the autism sector, the key decisions that led to BI's success, and future growth opportunities with Tenex. Full article: https://lnkd.in/eppiCPqH

We are proud to announce our latest Healthcare partnership with Innovate 32. Led by Josh Johnson, I32 is a Tennessee-based dental services organization that supports a growing network of premier dental practices, delivering best-in-class patient experiences through unmatched partner support. Congratulations and welcome to the Shore family Clint Newman, DDS and his team. Congratulations to the Shore team: Chris Mioton, Charlie Shreve, Alex Fordham, and Will Cousin. Official release: https://lnkd.in/eMixcvb8 #privateequity #microcap #healthcare #dentalservices #dentistry #lowermiddlemarket

Podcast drop: Mark D Larsen shares his experience becoming a CEO through the CXO Fellows Program. Initially, Mark joined Point C post-MBA, where he worked in M&A and later served as COO, before transitioning to the role of CEO at Connexure. Mark's journey is the path CXOs follow from being an early infusion of talent in portfolio companies, growing as an operator and through Shore University, and from C-Suite leader to CEO. Full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/g2yDXqVn

Investor insights: Don Pierce recently shared his thoughts on the Medical Device industry, including 10 Tips to Building a Great Business, 3 Trends Impacting Investor Outlook, and a podcast Concept to Commercialization. Full article here: https://lnkd.in/eNSNVT3S

We are pleased to announce the sale of Behavioral Innovations (BI) to Tenex Capital Management. BI is a leading provider of center-based applied behavior analysis therapy (“ABA”) to early intervention children with autism spectrum disorder and other related developmental disabilities. During the partnership, BI opened 64 new centers and created 2,300+ new jobs, and now operates 77 centers across Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado. Congratulations to co-founders Carla Edwards and Lori Russo, CEO Dino Eliopoulos, the BI Management Team, and Shore Deal Team: John Hennegan, Logan Pitts, John Fioriti, Bailey Marsh, and Will Cousin. Link to the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eRwZaYKt