Avista Capital Partners is a private investment firm formed by a group of professionals with roots from DLJ Merchant Banking Partners. Avista makes controlling and minority investments in US based energy, healthcare, and media companies. Avista generally looks to invest in businesses generating at least $25 million in revenue. The Firm takes an active role in working with portfolio companies to enhance organic growth and other strategic initiatives. Typical transactions include leverage buyouts, build-ups, and growth financings. Avista Capital is based in New York City.

Investment Criteria

Company Stage(s):	Growth, Mature
Transaction Type(s):	Acquisition / Expansion Financing, Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI), Consolidation, Divestiture
Industry Interest(s) :	Digital Media , Energy Services & Equipment , Entertainment , Healthcare Services , Life Science / Biotech / Pharmaceuticals , Medical Products / Technology , Oil / Gas Exploration , Publishing
Geographic Preference(s):	Midwest US, Northeast US, Southeast US, West US

Transaction Criteria

(figures in millions)	Minimum	Maximum
Target Revenue:	$ 25

Personnel

Thompson Dean - Co-Managing Partner and CEO	Steven Webster - Co-Managing Partner and President
Robert Cabes - Partner	OhSang Kwon - Partner
David Durkin - Partner	David Burgstahler - Partner