Equity capital that doesn't require surrendering control or material governance
Junior financing with flexibility to be paid in kind, with or without warrants
Debt-like obligations with a pre-determined yield and convertible to equity
A security that provides alignment with other common equity shareholders
Capital to effect highly strategic M&A transactions, often with extensive synergies that must be underwritten in concert with the buyer
Allows financial sponsor or founder-owner to sell a minority stake in the business to a like-minded partner, de-risking position while maintaining control
Structured instruments can often cement valuations that are important to corporates or financial sponsors
Provide growth capital with less dilution than common equity
Demonstrated track record of making a wide range of investments that align with stakeholder objectives