Fortitude’s expertise and dedication were instrumental in the success of our transaction.
”Technology expertise
Our clients are recognized leaders in their industries. Their success is driven by their development and utilization of technology to innovate, compete, increase efficiency and grow. Fortitude’s senior team of advisors offer deep execution expertise across the technology spectrum:
Software
- SaaS / PaaS – enterprise, SMB, B2C
- Software / services / hardware hybrids
- Data platforms and solutions
- Software development
Services
- Ecommerce platforms and logistics
- Tech-enabled business services
- Digital marketing services
- Media platforms
Hardware
- Commercial and industrial hardware
- Consumer devices and hardware
- Internet of Things (IoT) systems
- Advanced manufacturing
Transaction experience
The Fortitude team has successfully advised technology businesses valued from tens of millions to billions. Our core focus is on advising the owners of established and profitable, high performing businesses ranging in value from $50 to $500 million.
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Sale to
Industry leading healthcare advertising software platform
Founder owned
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Majority recapitalization
Global market leader in digital marketing services for travel and hospitality*
Founder owned
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Equity financing
Institutional investors
Leading online consumer home services referral software platform*
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Debt financing
Producer of proprietary, ruggedized mobile equipment and accessories*
Founder owned
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$82,000,000 Sale to
Pharmacy patient engagement software platform
Founder owned
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Equity financing
Leading global music streaming software platform*
Founder owned
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Minority recapitalization
Global leader in sports and entertainment design services
Partner owned
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Minority equity
Global leader in iris recognition systems, software and data services*
Partner owned
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$15,000,000 Equity financing
Family office
Leading developer of hydrogen fuel cell systems and technologies*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Leading consumer security software provider*
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Acquisition of
Global market leader in internet services and software products*
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Equity financing
Institutional investors
Pioneer and global leader in conversational AI software solutions*
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Majority recapitalization
Developer of HCM SaaS solutions serving the education industry*
Founder owned
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Sale to*
Provider of commercial logistics solutions and services
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Leading physical simulation software provider*
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Strategic advisory
Undisclosed
Family controlled leading communications and media company in Canada*
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Equity financing
Leading online consumer home services referral software platform*
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Majority recapitalization
Global provider of data driven project and cost management services*
Founder owned
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$215,000,000 Acquisition of
Developer of proprietary alloys for extreme applications in aerospace and defense*
Family owned
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$490,000,000 Debt financing
Institutional investors
Leading global provider of contact center and workforce optimization software solutions*
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Sale to
Leading enterprise video streaming software platform*
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Minority equity recapitalization
Undisclosed Family Offices
Industry leading healthcare advertising software platform
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Leading web analytics software provider*
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Acquisition of
Global market leader in digital marketing services for travel and hospitality*
Founder owned
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Majority recapitalization
Global market leader in ignition interlock systems, software and services*
Family owned
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$10,000,000 Equity financing
Leading developer of hydrogen fuel cell systems and technologies*
Founder owned
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Sale to
Leading online consumer product review site*
Founder owned
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Strategic advisory & debt restructuring
Undisclosed
Provider of broadband, voice and video over a carrier-grade fiber optic network*
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Minority equity
Leading enterprise mobile application software developer*
Founder owned
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Debt financing
Provider of energy marketing services to businesses and consumers*
Founder owned
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$250,000,000 Equity commitment
Wireless telecommunications in Mexico, Central and South America*
Founder owned
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Majority recapitalization
Undisclosed
Leading provider of convention logistics, incentive programs and travel management*
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Sale to
Leading network analytics software provider
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Equity financing
Leading global social networking software platform*
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Acquisition of
Leading developer of auto dealer management software and solutions*
Founder owned
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$69,000,000 Equity financing
Individual investors
Pioneering developer of enterprise and consumer broadband communications systems*
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Acquisition of
FED Corp.
Family owned developer of advanced organic light emitting display (OLED) technologies*
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Acquisition of
Leading ERP, CRM and BI software platform*
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Majority recapitalization
Technology enabled metal manufacturing company*
Founder owned
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Debt recapitalization
Family owned global market leader in ignition interlock systems, software and services*
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Majority recapitalization
Provider of wellsite and production services to the oil and gas industry*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Licensor of film, music and entertainment brands to consumer and retail businesses*
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$40,000,000 Debt facility
Recurring revenue fitness franchisee of Planet Fitness*
Founder owned
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Equity financing
Institutional investors
Pioneer in hosted online storage solutions*
Founder owned
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$25,000,000 Debt financing
Provider of telecommunications systems and equipment to enterprises worldwide*
Founder owned
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Equity financing
Institutional investors
Leading online consumer home services referral software platform*
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Sale to
Leading predictive sales and marketing analytics software provider*
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Sale to
Leading consumer content storage software application*
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C$146,000,000 Acquisition of
Leading Canadian provider of preventive and corporate health services and solutions*
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Equity financing
Institutional investors
Licensor of film, music and entertainment brands to consumer and retail businesses*
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Acquisition of
Manufacturer of premium formulated products for the automobile industry*
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Strategic advisory
Undisclosed
Group comprising one of the largest QSR operations in Eastern Europe*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Dixie Aerospace
Provider of flight critical equipment for the aviation industry*
Founder owned
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Divestiture of corporate assets
Institutional investors
Provider of air cargo and freight logistics services*
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Majority recapitalization
World-class oil fields service and solutions provider*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Global provider of virtual data room and secure document sharing solutions*
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Acquisition of
Leading network infrastructure software and services provider*
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Sale of
Global market leader in internet services and software products*
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$110,000,000 Equity financing
Family office
Leading financial services and retail firm operating in North and Central America*
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High yield debt financing
Institutional investors
Provider of air cargo and freight logistics services*
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C$82,500,000 Acquisition of
Family controlled digital-first omni-channel retailer of luxury handbags and accessories*
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Acquisition of
Leading network infrastructure software and services provider*
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Strategic advisory
Undisclosed
Founder owned, market leading enterprise mobile messaging software platform*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Leading online consumer home services referral software platform*
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Equity financing
Institutional investors
Provider of air cargo and freight logistics services*
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Majority recapitalization
Designer and manufacturer of air actuators, pneumatic cylinders, and controls*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Designer and manufacturer of equipment monitoring products*
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Strategic advisory
Undisclosed
Global financial services provider focused on retail payment solutions*
Founder owned
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Acquisition of
Leading network infrastructure software and services provider*
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Acquisition of
Leading ERP, CRM and BI software platform*
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Equity financing
Family owned developer of proprietary alloys for extreme applications in aerospace and defense*
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Sale to
Leading social media marketing platform*
Client feedback
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“- Kevin Hagan, CFO
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“- William Hurley, Founder & Managing Partner
Their constant support allowed us to maintain our focus on the business and close a highly successful transaction.
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“- Clayton Reid, CEO
It is rare in our business to find a partner that delivers at such a high level.
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“- Don Montague, Founder & Chairman
When the time came to sell my company, I put my trust in Sean and he personally led the process from start to finish.
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“- Matthew T Strausz, CEO & Founder
Sean personally invested a significant amount with us and, knowing that our advisor was along for the ride, it gave us added confidence moving forward with our new strategic partner.
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“- Charles Russo Jr, Co-Founder & CEO
The Fortitude team have earned my respect for life, and I would not hesitate to recommend them. They are worth every penny.
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“- Randy Rice, Co-Founder & CFO
Fortitude’s entire deal team are workhorses who never take their eyes off the ball. Fortitude delivered an exceptional result.
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“- Jim Pepper, Chairman & Founder
Their strong commitment was apparent through the depth and quality of their due diligence, financial analysis, information materials and strategic advice.
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“- Greg Field, Founder, Chairman & CEO
Sean and his team’s relentless drive to deliver the best possible outcome is nothing short of impressive.
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