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Coliseum Capital Management is a Rowayton, Connecticut-based investment firm that specializes in special situations, distressed investments, private equity, and hedge funds with a long-term orientation toward smaller capitalization companies. The firm operates with a dedicated team of 16 total staff members, including Managing Director Chris Murphy, and currently manages two private capital funds alongside two hedge funds. The organization actively engages with its portfolio companies to drive long-term value, recently executing a $150 million private placement investment agreement with the Canadian commercial vehicle manufacturer NFI Group Inc. Additionally, the firm holds a significant equity stake in the mattress company Purple, where it recently settled a corporate proxy fight to cap its ownership at 44.7 percent through 2024 while securing board representation. Coliseum Capital Management was originally founded in 2005 by Chris Shackelton and Adam Gray.
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It provides investment advisory and wealth management services, including financial planning and portfolio management, to its clients.
Coliseum Capital Management was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Rowayton, CT.
It provides investment advisory and wealth management services, including financial planning and portfolio management, to its clients.
Coliseum Capital Management was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Rowayton, CT.
Coliseum Capital Management is a private investment firm established in 2005. Headquartered in Rowayton, CT, the firm operates with a focus on long-term investment strategies. It is registered as an investment adviser, reflecting its commitment to regulated financial practices within the investment landscape.
The firm's investment approach centers on identifying and investing in undervalued companies. Coliseum Capital Management maintains a long-term orientation in its investments, aiming to support the growth and development of its portfolio companies over extended periods.
Coliseum Capital Management actively participates in significant investment rounds. For example, the firm led a $123.9 million Series G growth investment in Varo Bank. Additionally, it facilitated a $150 million private placement of common shares for NFI, demonstrating its engagement in various capital transactions.
Beyond direct investments, Coliseum Capital Management provides a range of financial services. These include investment advisory and wealth management services, offering clients expertise in financial planning and portfolio management. The firm's offerings cater to clients seeking guidance on their investment portfolios.
As a private investment firm, Coliseum Capital Management manages various funds, including buyout funds such as Coliseum Capital Co-Invest. The firm's operational base is in Rowayton, Connecticut, from where it conducts its investment and advisory activities.
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Coliseum Capital Management has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $123.9M Series G in Varo Bank in February 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | Varo Bank | $123.9M Series G | Coliseum Capital Management, Warburg Pincus | Northview LifeSciences, Northview Ventures |
| Aug 25, 2014 | Medalogix | $5.0M Series A | Coliseum Capital Management | — |
