Data-driven decision making

Penguin Capital is pleased to present its Due Diligence Framework at the VuFO Academy in Düsseldorf, Germany. Under the banner of “Due Diligence of Private Equity Funds”, the firm will host eight in-depth sessions from October 29 to October 30, offering participants a detailed look into the analytical rigor and data-driven processes that underpin Penguin Capital’s investment approach.

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Our Mission

Driving Excellence in the Lower Mid‑Market

Penguin Capital is an investment firm with a competitive edge in the Lower-Mid Market. Backed by 50 entrepreneurial families, we combine data-driven expertise with firsthand entrepreneurial experience, offering our investors unique access to top-tier, oversubscribed Private Equity funds and Co-Investments across North America, Europe, and select global markets.

One Focus, Two Strategies

Expertise in Lower Mid‑Market Investments with a Dual Approach

With a singular focus on the Lower-Mid Market, we offer investors two tailored strategies: a diversified fund of funds and a targeted co-investment vehicle. Each strategy maximizes access to high-quality investments while ensuring a well diversified portfolio construction.

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We are Lower Mid‑Market Investors

Focused on High-Growth Lower Mid‑Market Opportunities

Our singular focus on the Lower-Mid Market allows us to capitalize on untapped opportunities with potential for transformative growth. This market combines resilience and agility, making it an ideal environment for our strategic, value-driven investments. It is home to numerous hidden champions operating under the radar, characterized by a supply-demand imbalance that drives attractive entry valuations, and increasingly shaped by compelling succession opportunities.

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Our Two Pillars of Success

A Proven Approach: Top Managers and Precision Portfolio Construction

Our edge lies in two pillars: partnering with the best managers and constructing a well-diversified, risk-optimized portfolio. Enabled by our data-driven selection process and a world-class team, we combine science and skill to deliver consistent results.

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We Invest Our Own Money

Alignment with Investors Through Significant Skin in the Game

With our own capital invested alongside our LPs, we are not just fund managers but dedicated stakeholders. Our significant monetary commitment aligns us directly with the success of each investment and each partner.

Our History and LP Base

Proven Track Record and Trusted by Smart Money

Our founders’ entrepreneurial journey—from building one of Europe’s premier AdTech leaders to establishing Penguin Capital—gives us a unique foundation. Backed by 50 entrepreneurial families, we bring more than capital; we bring smart money to every opportunity.

Your Due Diligence Roadmap

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From performance metrics and investment strategy to value creation and risk analysis, this document provides a structured checklist to help you assess investment opportunities with confidence.

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Whether you have questions about our strategies, want to learn more about our philosophy, or simply wish to get in touch, we’re here for you.