A partner for growth

Cornice is a founder-focused investment firm

Approach

Cornice seeks to be an exceptional investment partner for business owners. Taking on an investor or selling a business can be one of the biggest decision an owner faces, and selecting the right partner is the most important success factor. Cornice’s values and deep experience separate it from the pack.

Cornice’s values - trust and transparency - are the foundation to a successful and lasting partnership. Building upon this, Cornice brings over a decade of success in helping businesses thrive through organic and acquisitive growth strategies, building teams, and our sector-specific expertise.

Focus

Cornice’s expertise is in the software and business services sectors, where we have a strong track record of success in helping lower-middle-market companies to unlock their next phase of growth. Cornice makes investments in high-quality, resilient, and growing businesses.

Investment Criteria:

  • Majority equity investments

  • Minimum $5 million revenue

  • $2-$10 million EBITDA, or less for high-quality software

  • 60%+ recurring or repeat revenue

  • Maximum 25% top customer concentration

  • US, Canada, and Europe