We back extraordinary entrepreneurs through the Search Fund Model.

What We Do

At KYR, we empower exceptional entrepreneurs through the Search Fund Model to identify, acquire, scale, and eventually exit mid-sized companies in Brazil. 

We are firm believers in active investing. This means we don’t just provide capital; we roll up our sleeves to help aspiring entrepreneurs evolve into successful CEOs. Our support spans a broad spectrum, including networking, negotiations, contracts, deal structuring, industry analysis, business operations, and exit strategies.

The majority of the companies in our portfolio remain closely engaged with us as they grow, benefiting from KYR’s continued support throughout their operational journey. We prioritize building strong, lasting relationships, often securing a board seat within our invested companies to provide ongoing strategic guidance.

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Our Team

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Life cycle of a Search Fund Model:

Life cycle of a Search Fund Model:

Search Fund Model

The Search Fund Model, also known as Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition, was pioneered in 1984 by H. Irving Grousbeck. Since then, this innovative investment approach has gained global traction.

The model’s core idea is to empower entrepreneurs to search for, acquire, grow, and ultimately sell an existing, underperforming company. A Search Fund is typically initiated by one or two aspiring entrepreneurs who are driven to become business owners through acquisition. These entrepreneurs collaborate with a select group of investors who provide both the capital and mentorship needed to navigate the entire process.

With historical returns averaging over 4x MOIC and 30% IRR, Search Funds stand out as one of the most compelling asset classes within the Alternatives space. 

Life cycle of a Search Fund Model:

Life cycle of a Search Fund Model:
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