The Total Capital funding approach
We are different to traditional private equity funds; we deliberately finance and back each business to suit its own timetable, rather than being driven by fundraising timetables.
Total Capital is an independent sponsor, funds each investment separately rather than being pooled into a bigger fund, and itself invests substantially in each deal, ensuring maximum alignment between Total Capital, its investors and management teams.
£200m+
revenue generated
by businesses
we have backed
Flexible capital
Our funding approach is rooted in the belief that it is better to structure each investment with the optimal financing structure that is unique to that business.
In our experience, business growth is rarely linear and having a supportive financing partner is a real advantage.
In the current climate of economic and financial uncertainty, it is our view that this model is the most appropriate way to fund SMEs, and we are actively engaged in seeking new investment opportunities
How we work
We take the time to build a thorough understanding of each company we invest in. We listen carefully to the plans and ambitions for the future.
Every business is unique and each one of our funding packages is tailored accordingly.
How we are different
Our approach is not complex or demanding. It is based on four simple principles:
Alignment:
We back business owners and leaders who want a substantial financial stake in the future success of their business
Ambition:
We are an ambitious team looking to partner with ambitious business leaders
Focus:
Each individual investment is critically important to us – so we dedicate time and attention to ensure a successful journey
Patience:
Success takes time – we are not in a rush, we enable the appropriate time-frame for a business to fulfil its growth plans
“Challenge where required but are also supportive”
TCP adopt a transparent and open styling as an investor which encourages frank and open debate at our board meetings
James Browning, Chairman, Walkers Transport
Our partnership approach enables every business we support to reach its potential
What we bring
Value-creation experience:
Over ten decades of experience of addressing the challenges a growing business may face: expanding internationally, adding resources and capacity, making and integrating acquisitions, divesting of divisions.
Strategic guidance:
We assist management teams in identifying the optimal strategy to maximise the growth and potential of their business.
Flexible capital:
Flexible Capital with the investment hold period suited to the individual business rather than a fund raise timetable
Supportive partnership:
We work in partnership with our management teams, offering guidance and support where needed.
Pragmatism:
When things don’t go according to plan, we have a pragmatic and problem-solving approach, and we pride ourselves on being decent people to work with.