Approach

Endeavour Is Your Partner in the West

Endeavour aims to partner with founders years in advance of a formal transaction. We earn our place at the table by serving as active stewards of the companies in which we invest.

Endeavour’s strong track record is evidenced in the lasting success of our partner companies. To help your business build value, we leverage our long-standing relationships and our consistent approach with organic and customized growth strategies.

1.5 Hours

Average Flight or Drive Time to Portfolio Companies

55 Partnerships

with Family or Founder-Owned Businesses

Flexible

  • 19 Minority Transactions
  • 5 Corporate Spinouts
  • 6 ESOP Investments

100+

Strategic Add-On
Acquisitions

Investment Philosophy

Los Angeles Denver Portland Seattle

Our regional strategy is based on the premise that doing business face to face is still the best foundation for successful partnerships.

Endeavour seeks those companies headquartered in the western United States where we can collaborate as local partners and colleagues with management.

Our partnerships are built for the long haul. From start to finish, we invest the time, energy and resources to truly get to know you, your people and your business.

Our Partnership Approach is Different From Traditional Private Equity
Traditional Private Equity
OwnershipStrongly prefer or require controlFlexible – majority to minority
Investment Horizon2-to-5 years5-to-12 years
Use Of Debt4-to-5 times EBITDA0-to-3 times EBITDA
Source Of ReturnsDeleveraging, cost cutting, earnings growthEarnings growth and strategic long-term investments in the business for multiple expansion
Exit StrategyPricePrice and stewardship
Geography Of Company HeadquartersBroad / National“Local” / Western US
CommunicationDirectiveCollegial
Board ApproachDirectiveConsensus
ReportingStandardizedCustom; only what is most valuable for management
Value Add Strategy“We have all the answers” Collaborative, menu approach, sounding board
Definition Of SuccessInvestment returnsInvestment & all stakeholder returns, as well as future success well beyond our involvement

Endeavour’s impressions of traditional private equity are subjective and may not necessarily reflect the views of other market participants.

Traditional Private Equity
Ownership
Strongly prefer or require controlFlexible – majority to minority
Investment Horizon
2-to-5 years5-to-12 years
Use Of Debt
4-to-5 times EBITDA0-to-3 times EBITDA
Source Of Returns
Deleveraging, cost cutting, earnings growthEarnings growth and strategic long-term investments in the business for multiple expansion
Exit Strategy
PricePrice and stewardship
Geography Of Company Headquarters
Broad / National“Local” / Western US
Communication
DirectiveCollegial
Board Approach
DirectiveConsensus
Reporting
StandardizedCustom; only what is most valuable for management
Value Add Strategy
“We have all the answers” Collaborative, menu approach, sounding board
Definition Of Success
Investment returnsInvestment & all stakeholder returns, as well as future success well beyond our involvement

Endeavour’s impressions of traditional private equity are subjective and may not necessarily reflect the views of other market participants.

Integrity

Regardless of market cycles or industry trends, it is our duty to remain true to the Endeavour founding principles. Our partner companies rely on Endeavour to be a true steward of their businesses through good times and bad.

Humility

Endeavour prioritizes mutual respect within the firm, and throughout every relationship we build with partners and other third parties. In our 30 years of business, we are very fortunate to gain a wealth of knowledge and resources from those we interact with.

Curiosity

Our primary mission is to aid our partners in overcoming their challenges and fulfilling their potential. We strive to gain an extensive understanding of the often-overlooked intricacies of your business.

Diligence

Endeavour avoids the financial engineering typical of private equity; we invest our time and resources to create tailored solutions for companies.