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True North: Building Businesses 'The Right Way' in India's Mid-Market Private Equity True North, formerly known as India Value Fund Advisors (IVFA), was founded in 1999 as a pioneering homegrown private equity firm in India. With a vision to invest in and transform mid-sized, profitable, India-centric businesses into world-class industry leaders, True North has successfully raised six separate investment funds with a combined corpus of approximately $3 billion, including co-investments. The firm is distinguished by its philosophy of "doing things 'The Right Way'," emphasizing long-lasting partnerships, deep operational engagement, and a commitment to building universally admired and socially responsible businesses. Focusing on consumer products and services, financial services, healthcare & pharmaceuticals, and technology products & services, True North has driven significant growth and realized value through numerous exits, solidifying its positio...

Everstone Capital: Forging Mid-Market Champions and Sustainable Value in India and Southeast Asia Everstone Capital, the private equity business of the Everstone Group, founded in 2006 by Sameer Sain and Atul Kapur, has emerged as a prominent investor focused on mid-market, control-oriented growth opportunities with a strong nexus to India and Southeast Asia. With assets under management exceeding $8 billion across its various platforms, Everstone has built a diverse portfolio spanning technology, healthcare, financial services, industrials, and consumer sectors. The firm distinguishes itself through a hands-on operational approach, deep sectoral and regional expertise, and a strong commitment to responsible investing. Having returned over $2 billion to investors in the past five years, Everstone continues to deliver compelling returns, making it a significant force in the region's private equity landscape. I. Firm Overview & Strategy Everstone Capital is the private equi...