Entrepreneurial Equity Partners

Entrepreneurial Equity Partners (e2p) is a Chicago-based private equity firm specializing in the food sector, including food and beverage brands, private label and contract manufacturing, foodservice, and consumer packaged goods. The firm focuses on control-oriented investments in companies with at least $50 million in revenue, aiming to commit at least $25 million of equity capital per investment. e2p's strategy involves partnering with management teams to drive growth and operational improvements, leveraging its deep industry expertise to enhance value creation.

Founded in 2018, e2p has raised multiple funds, including a $546 million commitment for its second fund, Entrepreneurial Equity Partners II, which closed in May 2024. This fund continues the firm's strategy of focusing on control-oriented investments in companies across and around the food, consumer, and packaging industries. The firm unveiled a new brand identity in conjunction with the final closing of e2p II, reflecting its growth, vision, and expansion since inception.

e2p's investment approach is characterized by a commitment to sustainable growth and value creation. The firm seeks to partner with entrepreneurial management teams to transform businesses into leaders in their respective sectors. By focusing on operational excellence and strategic growth initiatives, e2p aims to build enduring companies that deliver superior returns to its investors and positive outcomes for consumers and communities alike.