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MONTREAL, QC - MAGNUM Capital Partners (MAGNUM) is pleased to announce the successful final close of Magnum Capital Fund I (the Fund), a fund dedicated to entrepreneurship through acquisition (ETA) and search funds, with total capital commitments of $20 million.
Bridging the Succession Gap
With over US$10 trillion in SME assets across North America expected to change hands as baby boomers retire, the need for capable succession plans is acute. MAGNUM addresses this by providing "smart capital" to entrepreneurs who want to acquire and run a business in the lower mid-market.
"SMEs are the lifeblood of our economy. To preserve their vigour and competitiveness, we need a pipeline of capable, well-capitalized talent ready and willing to take over leadership when owners retire,” said Patricia Riopel, Founding Partner at MAGNUM. "We see a massive greenfield opportunity—particularly in Quebec—to encourage talented young individuals to consider ETA as a viable career path".
Built by Operators, for Operators
MAGNUM differentiates itself through the direct experience and operational expertise of its founders, Patricia Riopel and Enrico Magnani. Before launching the Fund, the duo used the search fund model, a high performance ETA strategy, to successfully acquire and grow Scribendi, a leading tech-enabled language services provider.
Fund I targets a portfolio of 15 companies across sectors including tech-enabled services, specialty healthcare, and light manufacturing. The firm will work with self-funded and funded search entrepreneurs to complete acquisitions and support business operations.
"We are not just financial backers; we are partners in the trenches," said Enrico Magnani, Founding Partner. "By providing active mentorship alongside capital, we help ETA entrepreneurs acquire and build wonderful companies”.
About MAGNUM Capital Partners
MAGNUM Capital Partners is a private investment firm specializing in the lower mid-market through the search fund model. Founded by successful entrepreneurs Patricia Riopel and Enrico Magnani, MAGNUM launched its inaugural fund in 2025 to support the next generation of entrepreneurs in acquiring established businesses with succession issues. The firm leverages its direct experience and deep network within the search fund community to create significant value for both its investors and entrepreneurs.
To learn more about Magnum Capital Fund I, please visit www.magnumcp.com or contact us.
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