Hawaii
Quick Facts
- There are approximately 23 private equity-backed companies headquartered in Hawaii.
- These companies collectively employ more than 9,600 workers at all their facilities, including those located outside of Hawaii.
- Private equity firms have invested an estimated $3.2 billion in Hawaii-based companies from 2002 to 2011.
Examples of Private Equity-Backed Companies
Big Island Carbon
- Headquarters: Kailua-Kona, HI
- Big Island Carbon manufactures granular activated carbon and bio-oil from macadamia nutshells. The company’s products are used for specialty applications in air and water purification.
Reyn Spooner
- Headquarters: Honolulu, HI
- Reyn Spooner, founded in 1949, is a designer and retailer of tropical clothing and accessories.
PEGCC Member Presence in Hawaii
- PEGCC members sponsor 29 companies that have approximately 90 facilities in Hawaii.
- These facilities employ more than 7,200 workers within Hawaii.
- 15 PEGCC members have a presence in Hawaii through their portfolio companies.
Source: PitchBook and PEGCC