MidOcean Partners

Revealed: 2025’s Top 50 Private Equity Firms for Executives Report!? ? It’s here! PrivateEquityCXO and FALCON are thrilled to announce 2025’s winning firms who best enable their portfolio company executives to succeed — and to share our latest report, packed with data-driven insights to help executives and sponsors achieve alignment that drives better outcomes.? Inside the report, you’ll discover:? ?? The Nine Dimensions of Governance Fit?, a framework for identifying sponsor-executive fit and improving existing partnerships? ?? Exclusive, executive-driven insights into what executives value in a sponsor — and what truly drives satisfaction and retention? ?? Actionable steps both sponsors and executives can take to bolster alignment? ?? And of course, 2025’s Top 50 Firms!? Download the report to see who made the list and unlock key insights for improving sponsor-executive partnerships: https://lnkd.in/gw25e342? Congratulations to this year’s winners for their recognition as leading firms who enable executive success! #PrivateEquity #Top50 #ExecutiveLeadership #Talent #Management #ValueCreation #NineDimensions?

MidOcean Partners is honored to be included in this year’s DealCatalyst U.S CLO Awards and nominated again for Boutique BSL CLO Manager of the Year. We are grateful for the continued support of our investors and the entire MidOcean network and would appreciate your vote! Vote for MidOcean here: https://lnkd.in/emGQRT6S #DealCatalyst #CLO #Awards

Please join us in recognizing John Hanighen, who has been professionALLY recognized as an #aftermarketALLY! ? A champion of inclusive leadership, John has shaped the aftermarket for over 30 years, leaving a lasting impact on those around him. ? John is the perfect balance of leadership and humility - always willing to lend an ear or receive guidance from anyone, no matter where they sit in the organization. He is known for giving credit where it’s due, genuinely uplifting others in a way that always feels authentic and well-earned. A dedicated supporter of dott. ? since day one, John leads with an open mind and a progressive lens, always seeking to learn and grow. ? John – thank you for your commitment to uplifting others. We’re proud to celebrate your impact! ? Allyship unlocks the heart of inclusion. Join us as we reflect, reinforce, and recognize allyship through our “Reimagine Aftermarket Allyship” campaign on LinkedIn. Nominate an inspiring leader for monthly recognition here: https://lnkd.in/eBkhxnEx Cloyes Gear and Products Rotomaster MidOcean Partners MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers Auto Care Association #automotiveaftermarket

We are pleased to announce the fourth annual 2025 Top Private Equity Innovator Awards - honoring the top 2% of #privateequity firms for their innovative practices across the following categories*: - Proactive due diligence ?? - Transformative value creation ??? - Corporate citizenship ?? - Modern private equity firm operations ?? The recipients were selected based on a rigorous assessment in consultation with leading limited partners, investment bankers and other thought leaders in the private equity ecosystem. Congratulations to the below Top Private Equity Innovator recipients in addition to Alpine Investors, who was selected as the 2025 Innovator of the Year. You can learn more about the awardees and selection criteria at the link in the comments below. #TopPrivateEquityInnovator *BluWave, LP has not received investment capital from and holds no ownership interest in the PE firms evaluated or recognized under the Top Private Equity Innovator awards program. BluWave received no compensation from any of the PE firms in connection with this awards program. However, BluWave may otherwise provide services to the PE firms and/or their portfolio companies, but BluWave confirms that its assessment of the PE firms was independent of any such service arrangements. Top 2% in the PE industry is based on BluWave’s review of the more than 6,000 PE firms in the U.S. and Canada from which the PE firms were selected as award recipients.

New Episode! Sean Mooney sits down with Dan Ryan, Managing Director at MidOcean Partners, to discuss his journey in private equity, the evolving dynamics of the industry, and how MidOcean is staying ahead in a competitive market. Tune in to learn more about: 2:00 – Dan's journey from investment banking to private equity and what influenced his leadership approach. 8:00 – The life-saving story of a steak dinner gone wrong. 14:00 – Building MidOcean’s business development function during the pandemic and utilizing data as a competitive advantage. 27:00 – How MidOcean is adapting to industry changes by integrating structured equity, leveraging AI, and forming strategic JVs like their initiative with Kroger. 38:00 – The importance of cybersecurity in private equity-backed companies and actionable advice for protecting businesses. 39:00 – From generative AI for daily use to a surprising life-saving maneuver for choking incidents. The episode is now live on all podcast platforms - listen today!

We are excited to announce our acquisition of Brightmile, a cutting-edge driver behavior analytics platform. This strategic move enhances our proven 5 Keys? training by integrating real-time data monitoring, providing a comprehensive solution for fleet safety. Brightmile’s mobile technology analyzes driver behavior, identifies risks, and delivers personalized coaching to encourage safer driving habits. With this acquisition, we are reinforcing our commitment to proactive, data-driven safety solutions that help businesses minimize risks and improve road safety. Read our full blog article here: https://hubs.la/Q036cLtq0

Did you make the cut? Relive the 4th annual Private Credit Investor Forum with our highlights video.? ? From the speakers and delegates to our essential sponsors, the private credit community once again raised the bar for what an event can offer. Industry-leading LPs and GPs from around the world came together for a powerhouse day of insightful discussions, invaluable connections, and idea sharing. ? Alternative Credit Council events are coming thick and fast with our next stop in Dubai next week. Check the full events calendar here: https://lnkd.in/eiw_ne_t Thank you, Miami! See you next year. ? A special thanks to Dana Carey (MidOcean Partners), Paul Horvath (Orchard Global), Jiri Krol, Eric Muller (Oak Hill Advisors, L.P.), Michelle Noyes, CAIA, Richard Randall (IFM Investors), Chris Reel, CFA, CAIA (Albourne), Rafael Serrano (Safe Harbor Equity), Tina Suo (NYC Office of the Comptroller), and Deborah Zurkow (Allianz + Chair of the Alternative Credit Council). ? AIMA - The Alternative Investment Management Association #pcif2025 #privatecredit #AIMAevents