Investment Focus & Thesis

Princeton Equity Group specializes in franchisor and multi-location businesses. Their investment thesis centers on partnering with exceptional brands and management teams: Investment Focus Highly selective investments in franchisors and multi-location businesses with proven concepts and strong unit economics. Value Creation Proprietary GrowthEdge program providing operational expertise and resources to accelerate growth. Franchisors — Leading franchise brands with proven concepts and growth potential Multi-location businesses — Companies operating multiple units across geographies Consumer services — Service-based businesses with recurring revenue models Healthcare services — Healthcare-related service businesses Business services — B2B service companies with scalable models

Notable Portfolio Companies

Princeton Equity Group has built a diversified portfolio across resilient, growth-oriented franchise sectors: Company Sector Notes Barry's Fitness High-intensity interval training fitness brand AMPED Fitness Fitness Fitness franchise concept 1-800-Packouts Home Services Contents restoration services Five Star Bath Solutions Home Services Bathroom renovation franchise Bio-One Healthcare Services Biohazard and crime scene cleanup European Wax Center Personal Care Beauty and waxing franchise (realized) Massage Envy Personal Care Massage and skincare franchise (realized) Princeton's prior investments also include Stellar Brands (Restoration 1 and bluefrog Plumbing + Drain), HOPCo, Princeton Medspa Partners, Radiance Holdings, Sola Salons, Unleashed Brands, and The Woodhouse Day Spa.

What Princeton Looks For

Based on their investment approach, Princeton Equity Group evaluates opportunities based on: Scaled brands — Differentiated brands with proven unit economics and market position Strong unit economics — Demonstrated profitability at the unit level Resilient sectors — Focus on growth-oriented industries with recession-resistant models People-first culture — Management teams with shared values and collaborative approach Growth potential — Clear pathways to continued expansion and value creation }> Pro Tip Princeton is highly selective, partnering with only a few companies each year. Their "people-first" approach means they invest in relationships as much as businesses. Be prepared for a thorough evaluation process focused on cultural alignment and long-term partnership potential.

How to Connect With Princeton

Approaching Princeton Equity Group requires demonstrating brand strength and operational excellence: 1 Demonstrate Brand Differentiation Show clear competitive advantages, strong brand recognition, and customer loyalty that differentiates your concept in the market. 2 Showcase Unit Economics Present strong unit-level profitability, positive same-store sales trends, and metrics that demonstrate concept scalability. 3 Emphasize Culture and People Princeton's people-first approach means they invest heavily in cultural fit. Be prepared to discuss team development and employee culture. 4 Present GrowthEdge Alignment Demonstrate openness to their proprietary value creation program and willingness to leverage their operational resources.

The Value of Financial Preparedness

PE firms like Princeton expect detailed financial information specific to franchise and multi-location businesses: Franchise Metrics • Unit-level EBITDA by location • Same-store sales trends • Franchisee financial health • Royalty and franchise fee revenue Operational Data • System-wide unit count • Development pipeline • Franchisee retention rates • Brand health metrics }> How Eagle Rock Helps We help franchise companies prepare for PE investment by building detailed financial models, unit-level reporting, and growth projections. Our fractional CFO services ensure your company is ready for franchise-focused due diligence.

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