Iowa
Quick Facts
- There are approximately 54 private equity-backed companies headquartered in Iowa.
- These companies collectively employ more than 20,000 workers at all their facilities, including those located outside Iowa.
- Private equity firms have invested an estimated $2.8 billion in Iowa-based companies from 2002 to 2011.
- There are approximately 5 private equity firms headquartered in Iowa.
Examples of Private Equity-Backed Companies
Jacobson Companies
- Headquarters: Cedar Rapids, IA
- Jacobson Companies is a third-party logistics company that has operations in 27 states and has approximately 6,000 employees.
Ryko Solutions
- Headquarters: Grimes, IA
- Ryko Solutions is a leading manufacturer and servicer of automated car wash systems in North America.
PEGCC Member Presence in Iowa
- PEGCC members sponsor 59 companies that have approximately 467 facilities in Iowa.
- These facilities employ more than 12,400 workers within Iowa.
- 17 PEGCC members have a presence in Iowa through their portfolio companies.
Source: PitchBook and PEGCC