Emigrant Capital is the private investment division of Emigrant Bank, the nation’s largest family-owned and operated bank. We invest directly from the bank’s balance sheet, bringing broad financial capabilities, operational expertise, and longstanding industry relationships.
A Different Type of Equity Partner
Long-Term Patient Capital
We are part of a multi-generational family business and work with management teams to develop strategies based on companies’ long-term goals, rather than being driven by arbitrary timelines and fundraising cycles.
Focus On Growth
Our goal is to help superior companies and management teams realize their full potential. We take a conservative approach when incorporating third-party debt, allowing management to focus on growth.
Flexible Investment Structures
We have the ability to tailor our financing solutions to each unique situation. We make both non-control and majority investments, and can provide capital in the form of debt, equity and hybrid securities.
True Partnership
We believe equity partners should add value beyond just capital. We help companies achieve their operational and growth objectives, providing assistance with strategic planning, optimizing operations, and leading the development and execution of acquisition plans.
We invest between $5 million and $30 million in businesses generating between $2 million and $15 million in EBITDA.
Our History Defines Who We Are
Emigrant has a long history of supporting the community, from financing the establishment of Central Park to aiding the recoveries following 9/11 and Hurricane Sandy. This commitment to community and the customers we serve has enabled the Bank to expand its operations, establish trust, and build its reputation as a sound and responsible financial institution.
Core Values
Our motto is “Family to Family”. We believe good partnerships are built on honest communication and fair dealing. These values have been built over many generations by both Emigrant Bank and the Milstein family.
Emigrant Bank was established in 1850 and has been a trusted New York City institution for almost two centuries.
$10 – 100
Million of Revenue
$2 – 15
Million of EBITDA
$5 – 30
Million per Investment
Majority Recap
Minority Growth Capital
Debt & Equity
Our Solutions
We actively seek opportunities to partner with top-tier entrepreneurs and experienced operators.
For Business Owners & Families
ECC understands that it is paramount for the owners to preserve the reputation of the company.
For Advisors
We understand that advising and identifying the best solution for each client is your primary mandate.
For Independent Sponsors
We actively seek opportunities to partner with top-tier independent sponsors and experienced operators.
Our Team
Our firm is led by Howard P. Milstein and the Milstein family, widely acknowledged for their integrity and success over four generations investing in real estate, banking, manufacturing, technology, international business and philanthropy.
Investment Team
Chris Staudt
President
Bill Staudt
Vice Chairman
Rafael Romero
Managing Director
Duncan Rogers
Senior Associate
Jordan Campbell
Associate
Executive Management
Howard Milstein
Barry Friedberg
Select Affiliates
We work with a wide network of affiliates, providing their companies with support and receiving support in return. These affiliates enhance and diversify our expertise and resources.
