VIGroup invests primarily in mid-market companies with strong fundamentals, favorable competitive position, attractive growth prospects, and superior management teams. We adhere to a disciplined investment process that includes – industry analysis and company analysis, due diligence as well as structuring and financing deals to align incentives.
We try to identify developing industry trends before they become widely appreciated and to pursue opportunities to change the structure and profit potential of specific industry sectors through consolidation. VI Group has a strong track record in actively assisting its portfolio companies or playing a lead role in mergers & acquisitions, industry integrationsand refinancing.
With $400 Million across 3 funds (Fund III’s first close was in May 2015), VI Group looks to hold 20 - 49% shareholding in one company. We are willing to take a majority stake where we think we have industry expertise and/or are able to add significant value. Investment can take the form straight equity, performance-linked equityor convertible debt.
VI Group targets an investment horizon of 4 to 6 years. We often play a significant role as a value-added Board Member. We work closely with management to establish an achievable competitive strategy and business plans, drive sales and profit, increase market share, build up teams and systems; and investor relations.