Target profile Akoya Capital focuses on the lower end of the middle market with revenues of 25 to 200 million and EBITDA of at least 4 million, making them a fit for growth-oriented manufacturing and consumer businesses seeking liquidity without distress.

Sector focus Primary investment sectors are Industrial and Consumer, suggesting opportunities with specialty manufacturers, packaging, logistics, and consumer product companies that have defensible positions and scalable operations.

Partnership model Engagement is built around sector leaders and founder CEO collaboration, with a preference for owners looking to reinvest, presenting a pathway for growth capital, add-on acquisitions, and strategic buy-and-build opportunities.

Recent activity Historical acquisitions and partnerships (Star Plastics, WePackItAll) indicate appetite for platform plays and add-on acquisitions, signaling potential co-investment or advisory roles for portfolio expansion and cross-sell of services.

Technology & reach Active use of digital tools and a Chicago-based, networked investment approach suggest opportunities to connect via industry events, targeted outreach to mid-market manufacturing and consumer firms, and leveraging their online presence for outreach.