Clients First
We've been entrusted with our clients' capital, making clients our first and foremost focus. From our investment focus to how we report results, our goal is to provide clients with clarity, transparency, responsiveness -and results.

One Firm, Many Markets
When you work with Northgate, you benefit from our global perspectives and diverse experiences-all of which make for a more robust operation. You also have the assurance that as a firm, we are united in the disciplined approach and investment philosophies we follow.

Obligation to Dissent
At Northgate, there is no hierarchy of ideas. From a proposed investment strategy or decision about pursuing a new market, it is your responsibility-your obligation-to express your opinion. And it's the entire team's obligation to listen and explore.

No Complacency
Good enough is never enough. We’re a team driven by superior results. Contentment is not in our DNA. We are passionate, driven and results-oriented. We value and know the importance of always seeking out new thinking.

Relationships Rule
From client interactions to the venture capital and private equity firms we invest in, forging lasting relationships is our mantra. We know successful relationships start with commitment and trust, and continue to grow with mutual respect and benefit.

Fund Investments | Private Equity & Venture Capital

The largest share of Northgate’s fund investments is focused within the developed market arena, including investments in many of the most successful private equity firms in North America, Europe and Japan, as well as top North American and European-based venture capital firms.

The developed market funds in which we invest represent a mix of small, mid and large cap funds. All are actively managed with strong capital preservation and outstanding historic realized returns. The funds pursue value-creation strategies and invest in companies operating in a range of industrial and regulatory environments. Key fund characteristics that we seek among funds investing in the developed markets include:

  • Top quartile track record for both fund performance and capital preservation rates
  • Proven expertise with buy and build strategies
  • Best alignment of talent, strategy and fund size
  • Active approach to portfolio management with companies poised to capitalize and drive major corporate transformations and/or disruptive market opportunities

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