Quick Facts
- There are approximately 624 private equity-backed companies headquartered in Pennsylvania.
- These companies collectively employ more than 563,000 workers at all their facilities, including those located outside Pennsylvania.
- Private equity firms have invested an estimated $71.1 billion in Pennsylvania-based companies from 2002 to 2011.
- There are approximately 112 private equity firms headquartered in Pennsylvania.
Examples of Private Equity-Backed Companies
CODi
- Headquarters: Harrisburg, PA
- CODi produces laptop carrying and tablet cases, mobile security and IT accessories.
David’s Bridal
- Headquarters: Conshohocken, PA
- David’s Bridal is a retailer of bridal gowns and bridal-party related merchandise. The company began as an East Coast bridal salon in 1950, and has since grown to more than 300 locations nationwide.
PEGCC Member Presence in Pennsylvania
- PEGCC members sponsor 158 companies that have approximately 1,388 facilities in Pennsylvania.
- These facilities employ more than 64,600 workers within Pennsylvania.
- 24 PEGCC members have a presence in Pennsylvania through their portfolio companies.
Source: PitchBook and PEGCC
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