Quick Facts
- There are approximately 23 private equity-backed companies headquartered in South Dakota.
- These companies collectively employ more than 1,730 workers at all their facilities, including those located outside South Dakota.
- Private equity firms have invested an estimated $1 billion in South Dakota-based companies from 2002 to 2011.
Examples of Private Equity-Backed Companies
Alkota Cleaning Systems
- Headquarters: Alcester, SD
- Alkota Cleaning Systems, which has approximately 100 employees at facilities in South Dakota and Arkansas, manufactures high pressure washers, parts cleaners, and wastewater treatment systems.
Carex Health Brands
- Headquarters: Sioux Falls, SD
- Carex Health Brands sells self-care products such as medication aids, hot/cold therapy products, and home healthcare medical equipment, including bathroom safety devices, mobility and patient aids in mass, pharmacy, and drug wholesale channels.
PEGCC Member Presence in South Dakota
- PEGCC members sponsor 31 companies that have approximately 76 facilities in South Dakota.
- These facilities employ more than 3,120 workers within South Dakota.
- 15 PEGCC members have a presence in South Dakota through their portfolio companies.
Source: PitchBook and PEGCC
South Dakota