TZP Group Named to Inc.’s 2024 List of Founder-Friendly Investors

New York, NY, October 31, 2024 – TZP Group has been recognized on Inc. Magazine's 2024 Founder-Friendly Investors list, which honors private equity, venture capital firms, and lenders demonstrating a strong commitment to backing founder-led companies.

The annual list celebrates investors with proven track records of collaborating with and actively supporting the businesses in their portfolios. This marks TZP Group's fifth consecutive appearance on the recognition.

Sam Katz, Managing Partner of TZP Group, commented on the distinction: "We are proud to be named to this list for the fifth consecutive year as it reflects our unwavering commitment to being a 'Partner of Choice' for founders and management teams." He added that the firm values the trust founders place in TZP to help enhance the value of their retained ownership positions.

Established in 2019, Inc.'s Founder-Friendly Investors list has become a widely consulted resource for entrepreneurs seeking to expand their companies while preserving ownership stakes. The list is compiled through direct input from founders who have partnered with private equity and venture capital investors. Participants complete questionnaires detailing their experiences and provide data on portfolio company performance during these partnerships.

TZP Group is a multi-strategy private equity firm managing approximately $2 billion across its fund family. Founded in 2007, the firm invests in technology, business services, and consumer companies, emphasizing control, growth equity, and structured capital solutions. TZP typically targets closely held private companies where owners seek to retain significant stakes while partnering with investors offering operational and financial expertise.