J.C. Flowers

767 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10153

Website: jcfco.com

Firm Size

• Assets Under Management (AUM):$4.7 Billion
• Number of Funds:19
• Employees:28
• Firm Type:Private Equity
• Focus Areas: Software & Technology
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Description

J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC is a private equity firm based in New York, NY, specializing in financial services investments. Founded in 1998 by J. Christopher Flowers, the firm focuses on acquiring and enhancing the value of financial institutions and related businesses globally. J.C. Flowers has a strong track record in the financial services sector, with a particular emphasis on insurance, banking, and specialty finance companies. They are known for their expertise in restructuring troubled financial institutions and improving their operations and profitability. The firm's team consists of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the financial industry, enabling them to navigate complex transactions and deliver value to their portfolio companies. Over the years, J.C. Flowers has made numerous successful investments, partnering with leading financial institutions worldwide. They have a global perspective, targeting opportunities in both developed and emerging markets. The firm takes a long-term approach, seeking to create sustainable value and build lasting relationships with their portfolio companies. J.C. Flowers' investments typically involve taking majority or control positions in companies, enabling them to implement their strategic vision and drive operational improvements. They leverage their deep industry knowledge and network to support their portfolio companies, often bringing in experienced executives to help guide them through their growth and transformation. In addition to their investments in financial services, J.C. Flowers has expanded its focus to include other sectors such as technology and real estate. They continuously evaluate new investment opportunities, seeking attractive risk-adjusted returns. Overall, J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC is recognized as a leading private equity firm in the financial services sector, with a successful history of investing in and enhancing the value of financial institutions worldwide.

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Jun 03, 2024: J.C. Flowers Completes Sale of First Bank Romania
J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC ("J.C. Flowers"), a leading private investment firm dedicated to investing globally in the financial services industry, announced today it has completed the sale of First Bank S.A. ( Romania ) to Italian banking group Intesa Sanpaolo. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Jan 11, 2024: Capital Funding Bancorp, Inc. Completes $160 Million Capital Raise
Capital Funding Bancorp, Inc. ("CFG" or "the Company"), the holding company for CFG Bank , a top-performing Baltimore -based bank that provides nationwide financing and banking solutions to the healthcare and multifamily industries, today announced the completion of a $160 million capital raise. The capital infusion comprises the previously announced $125 million equity investment from J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC  on December 19, 2023 , and a $35 million preferred equity investment through a private placement on December 29, 2023 . The J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC investment can increase up to $165 million , which would bring the total capital contribution up to $200 million over the next five years.

Dec 20, 2023: J.C. Flowers Completes $125-Million Equity Investment in Capital Funding Bancorp, Inc.
J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC ("J.C. Flowers" or "the Firm"), a leading private investment firm dedicated to investing globally in the financial services industry, announced today it has closed its investment with Capital Funding Bancorp, Inc. ("CFG" or "the Company"), the holding company for CFG Bank , a top-performing Baltimore -based bank that provides financing and banking solutions to the national healthcare and multifamily industries. J.C. Flowers has initially made a $125-million , all-primary equity investment into the Company, which can increase to as much as $165 million over the next five years, for a minority interest in the Company. In conjunction with the closing, Louis Vachon and Tom Harding of J.C. Flowers will join the board of directors of the Company and CFG Bank.

Apr 24, 2023: J.C. Flowers appoints Dr. Shujaat Nadeem as Senior Advisor
 J.C. Flowers & Co. ("JCF"), a leading private equity firm dedicated to investing globally in the financial services industry, announced today the appointment of Dr. Shujaat Nadeem to the role of Senior Advisor effective immediately. In his role, Dr. Nadeem will advise the JCF team and support portfolio companies through their development under JCF's ownership.