H2 Equity Partners

H2 Equity Partners has established itself as one of Western Europe's most dynamic value-add investment firms since its inception in 1991. With strategic presence across the Benelux region and the United Kingdom, this entrepreneurial firm has built a reputation for identifying and nurturing businesses with substantial transformation potential. Their investment philosophy centers on companies that demonstrate promising long-term outlooks where H2's expertise can catalyze growth or drive operational enhancements to unlock hidden value.

The firm specializes in mid-market investments, typically targeting established companies with revenues between €10 million and €500 million. H2's investment strategy is distinctively hands-on, with their team of experienced professionals actively collaborating with management teams to implement value creation strategies that often include market expansion, operational restructuring, and strategic acquisitions. This approach has allowed them to consistently generate superior returns across economic cycles while transforming portfolio companies into stronger market participants.

Over three decades of operation, H2 has completed more than 80 platform investments across diverse sectors including industrial manufacturing, business services, consumer goods, and specialized retail. Their portfolio has featured notable companies such as Optegra Eye Health Care, Hancocks Wholesale, and Eurocell. The firm's investment professionals bring extensive operational backgrounds, enabling them to provide practical expertise beyond mere financial engineering—a key differentiator in their approach to private equity.

H2 typically maintains a concentrated portfolio, allowing their team to dedicate substantial attention to each investment. Their capital deployment ranges from equity investments of €10-80 million, though they can accommodate larger transactions through co-investments with their limited partners. The firm has raised multiple successful funds, with strong support from institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals who value H2's consistent track record of transforming mid-sized businesses into more valuable enterprises through active ownership and strategic guidance. This focused approach has positioned H2 as a preferred partner for business owners seeking both capital and operational expertise.