Evoco

Evoco is a private equity firm headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, focusing on acquiring direct investment portfolios in mid-sized companies across Western Europe. The firm specializes in sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, business services, technology, agriculture, consumer goods, retail, and industrial industries. Evoco typically invests in companies with enterprise values between €25 million and €100 million, aiming to unlock their full potential and drive performance.

The firm's investment strategy involves acting as a trusted partner to acquire portfolios from various vendors, including private equity firms, investment holdings, corporates, and family offices. Evoco emphasizes developing strong management teams, professionalizing governance structures, and implementing value creation programs to transform portfolio companies into market leaders. Additionally, the firm seeks to accelerate growth through consolidation and identify symbiotic partnerships to expand geographic reach and product offerings.

Evoco has a track record of managing investments in complex situations, often acquiring multiple companies simultaneously. The firm works closely with management teams and entrepreneurs to support their growth plans, creating long-term value for all stakeholders. Notable investments include rebuy, a leading European player in circularity; Cepasco, a leading supplier of herbs and spices in France and Belgium; Frank Gruppe, a European manufacturer of wear parts for agricultural machinery; and A.M.I., an Austrian company specializing in minimally-invasive surgical products and treatments.

Evoco is a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), reflecting its commitment to responsible investment practices. The firm was founded in 2012 and has since raised over €300 million from leading European investors across three consecutive funds: Evoco TSE I, Evoco TSE II, and Evoco TSE III. The firm's approach combines deep industry expertise with a hands-on operational involvement to drive sustainable growth and value creation in its portfolio companies.