Dorado Capital is a private equity investor investing money in buying and selling unlisted private businesses. Dorado’s principal focus is through the Dorado Search Funds.
Dorado has a long and distinguished history of supporting entrepreneurs in private equity and venture capital. Our commitment to fostering entrepreneurial success is unwavering. We partner with ambitious entrepreneurs to acquire and grow small to mid-sized companies. Our strategic approach goes beyond providing capital; we offer operational expertise and industry knowledge essential for sustained growth and value creation.
Dorado’s diverse portfolio of private equity investments spans a wide array of sectors. We invest in businesses at various stages of development, from innovative early-stage startups to mature, well-established enterprises. Our broad industry expertise enables us to drive growth and value across our portfolio, leveraging our deep understanding of each sector’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Dorado is at the forefront of Search Funds in Australia, with a number of successful investments in this innovative sector. Search Funds have emerged as a compelling investment vehicle, offering a unique pathway for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors to engage in the acquisition and management of small to mid-sized businesses. This model allows driven individuals, known as “searchers,” to raise capital from investors with the goal of identifying, acquiring, and operating a promising business.
In the Australian context, Search Funds provide an innovative solution to the succession planning challenges faced by many small business owners, who may not have a clear path for their business continuity. Investors in Search Funds benefit from the potential for high returns, driven by the operational improvements and strategic growth initiatives implemented by the searchers.
Dorado recognizes the significant opportunities presented by Search Funds in Australia. By partnering with talented entrepreneurs through Search Funds, we can leverage our extensive network, industry expertise, and capital resources to support the searchers in their journey from acquisition to operational excellence. This collaborative approach not only fosters entrepreneurial success but also contributes to the broader economic landscape by revitalizing and growing established businesses.
Surpac Minex is a global leader in the development and provision of mining software specialising in mine planning, 3D visualisation and geological modelling for any extractable commodity and all methods of mining. The business was acquired by the private equity business Carlyle Group for AUD230m and then on sold a year later to Paris-based Dassault Systemés.
Integrated Industrial has firmly established itself as a major supply partner to the mining, oil & gas and off-shore sectors both in Australia and internationally. Located in Perth Western Australia, Integrated employees over 60 people. Integrated was acquired by Atom Supply in December 2023.
Cintellate is a software company specialising in health and safety software. In 2010 it was acquired by SAI Global of Sydney for AUD30m.
Backed by Dorado, All Essential Fire and Security was acquired by Searchers Patrick Prendeville and Matthew Williams in December 2023. AEFS is a 25 year old Fire Services Business based in Melbourne, Victoria with around 30 staff. AEFS has built a particularly strong reputation in protection of Educational campuses, industrial facilities and healthcare centres, where unique legislation and site constraints require high calibre technicians.
Backed by Dorado, SSS was acquired by Searcher Luke Taylor in September 2023. Established in 1985, SSS specialist provider of custom cyber solutions to mature and enterprise NZ businesses, and managed cyber solutions to mid sized businesses, government departments, and SME’s across NZ.
Backed by Dorado, EIT was acquired by Searcher Steven Orell in August 2023. EIT has been providing IT services to regional Australia for over 25 years. Formed from a merger in 2015 of two successful NT businesses EIT has since won numerous industry and business awards and is recognised as a leader in the regional Australian market. With seven staffed locations across NT and SA, EIT delivers a full suite of IT services to their clients, from in-town businesses to remote Aboriginal communities.
Dorado provides property funding to Australian developers, investment opportunities for high-net-worth investors, and acquisition of commercial property and businesses. Explore all of our options below, or get in touch with a member of our team to learn more.
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