Bahlam Capital

We Bring Transformational Growth to Central America

Bahlam Capital is Central America’s first growth-focused private capital fund, making strategic equity investments in scalable, growing companies in the region

Central America lacks a dedicated, independent private capital manager with a differentiated strategy and a clear impact goal. Bahlam is well-positioned to fill this void.

Sparking Growth in the Region

While some investors see a red flag, Bahlam sees an opportunity. Central American countries are not growing at their potential. The region faces numerous intractable problems, yet there’s an opportunity for positive impact through transformational investments in mid-sized companies.

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We believe that when given a proper runway, mid-sized companies can become engines of economic growth.

Bahlam creates more and higher paying jobs by growing the companies we invest in and by upskilling their workforce.

A Clear Impact Goal

We identify, fund, and execute on the most promising growth options for medium-sized companies in the region. Our approach—backed by our track record—leads to significant employment creation.

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Building Scale

Bahlam looks for companies with the know-how to operate in a challenging environment, as well as those keen to move up the value creation chain.

We are operationally-driven investors, with a hands-on approach to growing and building businesses.

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Not everyone can operate in Central America; we have a successful track record doing so.

Attractive Returns

Bahlam targets returns that adequately compensate for the operating risk in Central America.

Alignment of Interest

Bahlam’s model carefully balances partnership, impact, and returns. Low fees, high GP commitment, and co-investment opportunities for LPs strengthen partnership.

Local Operating Experience

Operating in Central America presents unique challenges. Bahlam’s principals have successfully operated in the region for over 10 years. Our in-house operations team has deep expertise in logistics, sales optimization, strategic M&A, and human capital development.

Commitment to Central America

Bahlam’s principals share a deep sense of commitment to the region. We understand the challenges the region faces and are driven by a desire to help set these countries on a path to prosperity.

True Growth Partner

We know how challenging it can be to access capital in Central America. Bahlam offers flexible capitalizations that support a strategic vision. We provide patient capital conducive to long-term growth.

Strategic & Operational Excellence

We’re operators first. Our team has substantial experience transforming and growing businesses globally and locally. We know how to operate successfully in the region.

Network

Bahlam has access to a global network of professionals across numerous verticals. Operating partners in each country provide access to an even deeper network.

Human Capital

Training and developing human capital is key to our success. Bahlam focuses on building capabilities within the workforce, leading to higher employee retention rates, higher customer satisfaction, and a lasting multiplier effect.