
Investments
26Portfolio Exits
46Funds
8Service Providers
3About Golden Gate Capital
Golden Gate Capital is a large private equity firm that makes buyout and growth equity investments across a wide variety of industries. The firm partners with management teams to make equity investments in situations where there is a demonstrable opportunity to significantly enhance a company's value. Industry sectors of particular interest include software and IT services, semiconductors, electronics, consumer products and retail, financial services, business services, and media. Prospective transaction types include public-to-privates, corporate extractions, bankruptcy auctions, and recapitalizations. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in San Francisco, U.S.
Latest Golden Gate Capital News
Sep 6, 2023
Nassau Financial Group, L.P. (“Nassau”), a leading name in fixed annuities and asset management, and Fortress Investment Group LLC, a top-tier global investment management firm, have announced a transformative strategic partnership. The partnership not only serves as a significant milestone for both organizations but also paves the way for new avenues of growth and close collaboration. The deal officially closed on September 1, 2023, following all required regulatory approvals. Investment Management Agreement Grants Nassau Financial Group Full Access to Fortress’ Credit Strategies In a move to further solidify the strategic partnership, Fortress Investment Group has made a $130 million minority non-voting common equity investment in Nassau Financial Group. This substantial investment aims to strengthen Nassau’s balance sheet while accelerating the firm’s growth strategy. This includes opportunities for organic growth as well as acquisitions. As part of the partnership, Nassau entered into a long-term Investment Management Agreement (“IMA”) with Fortress. The agreement allows Nassau’s insurance subsidiaries to gain full access to Fortress’ credit investment strategies. Nassau plans to invest alongside Fortress credit funds targeting direct lending and ABS investment opportunities. Leadership Offers High Praise for Groundbreaking Strategic Partnership Phil Gass, Chairman and CEO of Nassau Financial Group, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to partner with Fortress. They not only bring a significant equity investment to the table but also offer extensive experience and an impressive track record in multiple credit investment strategies that align well with our investment portfolio.” Jack Neumark, a Fortress Managing Partner and co-head of global specialty finance, also weighed in, praising Nassau’s business and team, and expressing excitement for Nassau’s future growth. Fortress to Own 7.7% of Nassau; Golden Gate Capital Remains Majority Shareholder Following the transaction, Fortress now owns approximately 7.7% of Nassau, with Golden Gate Capital continuing as Nassau’s majority controlling shareholder. Nassau was initially founded in 2015, with both initial and subsequent growth capital provided by Golden Gate Capital. Advisors for the Transaction: From Goldman Sachs to Deutsche Bank Goldman Sachs served as the financial advisor to Nassau Financial Group for this landmark deal, with Sidley Austin LLP providing legal counsel. On the other side, Deutsche Bank acted as the financial advisor to Fortress Investment Group, while Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz and Skadden served as transaction and investment management counsel, respectively. With this strategic partnership, Nassau Financial Group and Fortress Investment Group set the stage for a mutually beneficial relationship, unlocking unprecedented growth opportunities and strengthening their positions in the asset management and investment sectors.
Golden Gate Capital Investments
26 Investments
Golden Gate Capital has made 26 investments. Their latest investment was in Parallel Advisors as part of their Recap on January 1, 2023.

Golden Gate Capital Investments Activity

Date | Round | Company | Amount | New? | Co-Investors | Sources |
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1/5/2023 | Recap | Parallel Advisors | Yes | 2 | ||
7/13/2022 | Private Equity | Pico | $200M | Yes | 5 | |
10/26/2021 | Recap | All My Sons | Yes | 2 | ||
12/31/2020 | PIPE | |||||
12/30/2020 | Recap |
Date | 1/5/2023 | 7/13/2022 | 10/26/2021 | 12/31/2020 | 12/30/2020 |
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Round | Recap | Private Equity | Recap | PIPE | Recap |
Company | Parallel Advisors | Pico | All My Sons | ||
Amount | $200M | ||||
New? | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Co-Investors | |||||
Sources | 2 | 5 | 2 |
Golden Gate Capital Portfolio Exits
46 Portfolio Exits
Golden Gate Capital has 46 portfolio exits. Their latest portfolio exit was Canada Fluorspar on June 12, 2023.
Date | Exit | Companies | Valuation Valuations are submitted by companies, mined from state filings or news, provided by VentureSource, or based on a comparables valuation model. | Acquirer | Sources |
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6/12/2023 | Acq - Fin | 1 | |||
1/1/2022 | Spinoff / Spinout | Lone View Capital | 1 | ||
10/13/2021 | Merger | 5 | |||
Date | 6/12/2023 | 1/1/2022 | 10/13/2021 | ||
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Exit | Acq - Fin | Spinoff / Spinout | Merger | ||
Companies | Lone View Capital | ||||
Valuation | |||||
Acquirer | |||||
Sources | 1 | 1 | 5 |
Golden Gate Capital Acquisitions
74 Acquisitions
Golden Gate Capital acquired 74 companies. Their latest acquisition was DMC Power on June 30, 2023.
Date | Investment Stage | Companies | Valuation Valuations are submitted by companies, mined from state filings or news, provided by VentureSource, or based on a comparables valuation model. | Total Funding | Note | Sources |
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6/30/2023 | Acq - Fin | 2 | ||||
12/3/2021 | Acquired Unit | 2 | ||||
4/15/2021 | Acq - Fin | 1 | ||||
3/17/2021 | Debt | |||||
9/25/2019 | Private Equity |
Date | 6/30/2023 | 12/3/2021 | 4/15/2021 | 3/17/2021 | 9/25/2019 |
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Investment Stage | Debt | Private Equity | |||
Companies | |||||
Valuation | |||||
Total Funding | |||||
Note | Acq - Fin | Acquired Unit | Acq - Fin | ||
Sources | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Golden Gate Capital Fund History
8 Fund Histories
Golden Gate Capital has 8 funds, including Golden Gate Capital Opportunity Fund-A.
Closing Date | Fund | Fund Type | Status | Amount | Sources |
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8/14/2020 | Golden Gate Capital Opportunity Fund-A | $1,277M | 2 | ||
8/14/2020 | Golden Gate Capital Opportunity Fund | ||||
2/11/2020 | GGCOF Third-Party Co-Invest | ||||
1/22/2019 | GGCOF Third-Party Co-Invest (AI) | ||||
2/15/2008 | Golden Gate Capital Fund III LP |
Closing Date | 8/14/2020 | 8/14/2020 | 2/11/2020 | 1/22/2019 | 2/15/2008 |
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Fund | Golden Gate Capital Opportunity Fund-A | Golden Gate Capital Opportunity Fund | GGCOF Third-Party Co-Invest | GGCOF Third-Party Co-Invest (AI) | Golden Gate Capital Fund III LP |
Fund Type | |||||
Status | |||||
Amount | $1,277M | ||||
Sources | 2 |
Golden Gate Capital Service Providers
10 Service Providers
Golden Gate Capital has 10 service provider relationships
Service Provider | Associated Rounds | Provider Type | Service Type |
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Acq - Fin | Investment Bank | Financial Advisor | |
Acq - Fin | Other | Financial Advisor | |
Acq - Fin - III | Investment Bank | Financial Advisor |
Service Provider | |||
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Associated Rounds | Acq - Fin | Acq - Fin | Acq - Fin - III |
Provider Type | Investment Bank | Other | Investment Bank |
Service Type | Financial Advisor | Financial Advisor | Financial Advisor |
Partnership data by VentureSource
Golden Gate Capital Team
14 Team Members
Golden Gate Capital has 14 team members, including current Chief Executive Officer, James Schaper.
Name | Work History | Title | Status |
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James Schaper | Chief Executive Officer | Current | |
Name | James Schaper | ||||
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Work History | |||||
Title | Chief Executive Officer | ||||
Status | Current |
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