People-First Private Equity
It’s amazing what happens when you put people first.
We discover new ways to grow, together.
We find better ways to build on success.
We see possibilities everywhere and we enjoy the journey.
IK Partners is a leading European mid-market private equity firm focused on investments in the Benelux, DACH, France, Nordics and the UK.
Since 1989, we have raised more than €19 billion of capital and invested in over 200 European companies. We support companies with strong underlying potential, partnering with management teams and investors to create robust, well-positioned businesses with excellent long-term prospects.
At a Glance
Employees
210
Offices
8
Funds Raised
15
Regions
5
EV
€20m – €1bn+
Equity
€10m – €300m+
Mid Cap
Majority control buyouts in European businesses with enterprise values ranging from €150 million to over €1 billion.
Small Cap
Majority and minority control buyouts in European businesses with enterprise values of up to €150 million.
Development Capital
Supporting companies with enterprise values of up to €50 million, consolidating their national market positions and beginning their journey of internationalisation.
Partnership Fund
Investing alongside existing owners or new partners with minority stakes in larger, more established businesses with enterprise values of over €200 million.
Business Services
Companies operating in large, diverse and fragmented markets, experiencing increased demand for efficiency and driven by technology-enabled growth trends.
Healthcare
Companies driven by demographic factors, limited by public healthcare budget constraints and experiencing increased demand for consumerisation and quality of care.
Consumer
Companies operating in fast-growing and fragmented markets, experiencing increased demand for consumerisation with emphasis on quality and experiences and are driven by digital innovation trends.
Industrials
Companies operating in niche markets protected by entry barriers and proprietary technology, possessing attractive expansion opportunities and experiencing an increased demand for sustainable practices.
Unrivalled Platform
Our Investment teams are strengthened by our dedicated Capital Markets, Operations and Responsible Investment teams who are seamlessly integrated throughout the entire investment process to help offer unique perspectives on unlocking value.
Local Understanding, Far-Reaching Roots
We have established connections and a vast understanding of local markets and cultures. We also have the resources and support of a much larger international private equity organisation, enabling us to transform local European champions into global leaders.
