Quick Facts
- There are approximately 49 private equity-backed companies headquartered in Arkansas.
- These companies collectively employ more than 53,200 workers at all their facilities, including those located outside Arkansas.
- Private equity firms have invested an estimated $33.6 billion in Arkansas-based companies from 2002 to 2011.
- There are approximately 5 private equity firms headquartered in Arkansas.
Examples of Private Equity-Backed Companies
I.O. Metro
- Headquarters: Bentonville, AR
- I.O. Metro is a lifestyle specialty retailer that sells furniture, home furnishings, wall art and accessories.
T.A.W.
- Headquarters: Alma, AR
- T.A.W. is a field services company that provides environmental and construction services, equipment and personnel to independent and major oil exploration and production companies throughout Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Kansas.
PEGCC Member Presence in Arkansas
- PEGCC members sponsor 52 companies that have approximately 430 facilities in Arkansas.
- These facilities employ more than 8,900workers within Arkansas.
- 16 PEGCC members have a presence in Arkansas through their portfolio companies.
Source: PitchBook and PEGCC
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