SouthWorth Capital Management

SouthWorth Capital Management is a family office specializing in private investments, with a strategic focus on acquiring and scaling small to midsize companies across a diverse range of industries. The firm leverages its extensive experience in owning, managing, and providing financial services to these businesses, acting on opportunities regardless of the sector. SouthWorth Capital Management partners with proven and talented management teams committed to growth, providing varied sources of capital and a network of connections to foster strategic thinking and collaboration among its portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying platform companies with sufficient scale, as well as bolt-on opportunities within fragmented industries that offer deep target markets and potential for organic and strategic acquisition growth. SouthWorth Capital Management aims to enhance returns through scale and works closely with management teams, offering guidance on operational and growth issues, and assisting with acquisitions, capital structuring, and deal completion. The firm emphasizes long-term value creation, operational excellence, and responsible growth, having successfully completed over 100 acquisitions under its leadership.

SouthWorth Capital Management's portfolio spans various sectors, including logistics, engineering, landscaping, advertising, retail, real estate, business services, technology (software and digital infrastructure), auto body repair, heavy equipment rental, and manufacturing. Notable portfolio companies include Eastport Holdings, an advertising platform; Fremont-Wright, a diversified platform of engineering, architecture, and surveying firms; Cosmos Holdings, a technology-driven growth platform; Ascension Property Services, focused on building services; Merchants Capital Real Estate, a real estate investment company; and Riverhorse Logistics, a national holding company for final-mile logistics. The firm also recently acquired American Furniture Manufacturing.

The leadership team at SouthWorth Capital Management brings a wealth of experience. Jeffrey Presley, the Founder and Chairman, is the architect of the firm's investment strategy, guiding its platform-building model. Clay Presley serves as CEO, leading operations and strategic initiatives. The team also includes Laura Presley (Director of Community Relations), Brennon Martin (CFO), James Howard (Executive Managing Director), Phil Rogers (President of Business Services), and Lee Harkavy (Senior Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions), all contributing diverse expertise in finance, operations, and M&A.