Fort Point Capital, a leading private equity firm focused on investing in lower middle-market services companies, has announced the addition of Kyle Fischer and Nick DeFrancisco to the team. As members of Fort Point’s Investment Team, they will support portfolio companies and execute new investments in lower middle-market services companies.
Kyle Fischer originally joined Fort Point in 2020 and re-joins the firm after working with Super Housing Partnerships, undertaking build-to-rent investments in Australia. Prior to that, Kyle was an Investment Banking Analyst at Stifel completing mergers and acquisitions for business services companies. Kyle graduated with High Honors from Lehigh University where he received a B.S. in Finance and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
Nick DeFrancisco comes to Fort Point with strong lower middle market transaction experience. Prior to joining Fort Point, Nick was an Analyst with Nomura where he worked on the TMS team focusing on software, fintech and IT services. Nick received a B.Eng in Operations Research and Information Engineering from Cornell University.
"We are thrilled to welcome back Kyle Fischer and bring Nick DeFrancisco onboard," said Partner Brooke Ablon. "Their knowledge and experience in working with companies in our sectors of interest will be invaluable as we continue to expand our investment activity and help scale our existing portfolio companies. We look forward to their contributions."
Additionally, Fort Point Capital has announced the promotion of Kyle Petrillo from Associate to Senior Associate. Kyle Petrillo joined Fort Point Capital in 2022 and has supported the investment team in evaluating investment opportunities, performing due diligence, and participating in the closing of transactions. He also assists with the oversight of portfolio companies Ice House America, Yandell, and VayKLife. Prior to Fort Point, Kyle was an Associate at Stifel where he primarily focused on mergers and acquisitions for middle market Business Services companies. Kyle received a B.A. in economics and history from Amherst College.
"Kyle has been a key part of Fort Point’s investment team, and a valuable resource to our portfolio companies and management teams. We are excited to recognize his contributions and announce this well-deserved promotion. We look forward to continued success in his new role," said Partner Paul Lipson.
About Fort Point Capital
Fort Point Capital, a Boston-based private equity firm, employs a management-led, growth-oriented approach to private equity investing. Since its inception in 2011, Fort Point has partnered with founders and management teams to accelerate growth, expand service offerings, access new markets, and support follow-on acquisitions. With a portfolio that reflects over 50 acquisitions, Fort Point Capital continues to deliver enduring value to its partners, employees, and shareholders. Currently, the firm is investing from FPC Small Cap Fund III. To learn more, please visit fortpointcapital.com.