Investment Philosophy

Clearlake seeks to partner with world-class management teams to provide leading companies in dynamic industries with patient, long-term capital and operational expertise. The firm is differentiated by its industry-focused approach with deep relationships and knowledge across sectors and a flexible mandate to invest across various transaction types.

Industry Focus:

The Clearlake team has significant sector expertise, relationships, and depth of investment experience across various industry categories including:

  • Business Services
  • Communications
  • Consumer Products / Retail
  • Defense & Public Safety
  • Energy / Power
  • Healthcare
  • Industrials
  • Media
  • Technology

Flexible Mandate:

Clearlake's professionals have a track record of successfully executing investments that encompass the following transaction types:

Private Equity

  • Buyouts
  • Acquisitions
  • Carve-outs
  • Growth Capital
  • Platform Investments



Special Situations

  • Credit
  • Recapitalizations
  • Reorganizations
  • Turnarounds