Our mission
Waud Capital is a talent-centric firm that leverages its proprietary Ecosystem to consistently generate strong returns through transformational growth of healthcare and technology companies.
Our values
When it comes to how we work and engage with each other, our team is driven by four core values that keep us focused and energized.
Exceptional people drive exceptional value
- We partner with experienced executives to bring their experience to the middle market
- We hire outstanding internal talent and support them to drive growth and innovation within our investments
Responsible investing
- We believe in leaving every company better than before by positively impacting industry, people, and communities
- We are responsible stewards of capital
Process excellence
- We adhere to our CEO-led, thesis-driven investment process
- Our deep, data-driven research is a process differentiator
- We continuously innovate and evolve to drive outsized impact
The power of culture
- Collaborative: we leverage our diverse expertise to find the best answer
- Proactive: we take initiative and create opportunities using our Ecosystem infrastructure
- Hard-working: we operate with efficiency and a sense of urgency
- Humble: we embrace our approachable, down-to-earth culture
At the forefront of WCP is its people; I feel motivated by the hard-working, humble individuals around me. The culture of the firm fosters collaboration, which drives an outsized positive impact in everything we do.
Our impact
Core to our DNA at Waud Capital is a dedication to strengthening our firm and our industry through meaningful work within diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and responsible investing. WCP’s committees for impact and responsible investing lead numerous initiatives in these areas to catalyze positive impact within our firm and our broader community.
From our women’s employee resource group to heritage month celebrations, from corporate volunteering to educational workshops for high school and college students—every person at WCP has an opportunity to be a part of our impact as we shape the future of private equity.
At WCP, you are part of a dynamic environment where innovation and collaboration are central to our success. Our culture encourages the open exchange of ideas and the exploration of diverse perspectives, allowing us to refine our processes and discover transformational opportunities. I am inspired every day by my driven colleagues and our talented executives.