A purpose driven partnership focused on investing in America’s family/founder owned businesses and sourcing elite veteran talent to lead them.

Our Mission

Our mission is to fuel future generations by investing in America's growth businesses and partnering with our nation's elite special operations leadership community.

We place great value on founders who prioritize their business, employees, customers, and community, and we are committed to safeguarding their legacy while expanding their business to its fullest potential.

Meet the Team

  • Robert Kirila

    PARTNER

  • Mark Whaling

    PARTNER

  • Todd Koetje

    PARTNER

  • Michael Callahan

    CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, BLACK POWDER PARTNERS

  • Erik Wisecup

    DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, BLACK POWDER SEARCH

  • Rich Aube

    SENIOR PE ADVISOR

  • Brian Demkowicz

    SENIOR PE ADVISOR

  • Sean Locke

    SENIOR SEARCH ADVISOR

  • Robert Ramsey

    OPERATING PARTNER

  • John Taft

    OPERATING PARTNER

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