Coughlin Capital

Coughlin Capital, LLC is a family-owned and operated investment firm that focuses on partnering with lower middle-market companies in the Logistics and Supply Chain sectors, as well as making strategic investments in Real Estate. Established in 2007, the firm leverages over six decades of family business experience, which originated in Detroit, Michigan. Their core objective is to build equity within their portfolio companies through a long-term investment philosophy, often without horizon limitations.

The firm distinguishes itself through a value-added ownership model, actively engaging in the strategic planning processes and organizational development of its investments. Coughlin Capital provides not only capital resources but also deep industry expertise in Logistics and Supply Chain, organizational development, process and operational discipline, and an entrepreneurial spirit. They invest their own capital directly into acquisitions, rather than raising funds from third parties, which allows for flexible financing strategies to support post-acquisition growth initiatives.

Coughlin Capital targets Supply Chain companies with revenues ranging from $2 million to $80 million and EBITDA or discretionary earnings between $1 million and $15 million, particularly those facing management transition challenges. In the Real Estate sector, they seek stabilized Multi-Family, Industrial, and Office assets with total valuations between $2 million and $15 million, focusing on value-add opportunities in key markets such as Seattle, Los Angeles, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Notable investments include TRT Intermodal, ITS Logistics, On Time Lighting, Lumbee Enterprises, and Trigo Holdings (Trigo Global Quality Solutions).

The Coughlin Capital team comprises professionals with diverse backgrounds, including MBAs, JDs, CPAs, and entrepreneurs, all possessing extensive real-world experience in running Logistics and Supply Chain businesses. Key partners include Carl P. Coughlin, Francis X. Coughlin, and Kevin M. Coughlin, who collectively bring a wealth of knowledge in areas such as business development, strategic initiatives, and legal expertise, enabling the firm to work closely with management teams to position companies for sustained growth.