INDEPENDENT PRIVATE INVESTMENT FIRM

Investing in Pivotal Moments.

Santee Private Capital is a sponsor focused on lower middle market businesses across the Southeastern United States.

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A DIFFERENT KIND OF PARTNER

Capital Aligned With Stewardship.

Santee Private Capital aligns investor capital with experienced operators to build enduring businesses. We focus on pivotal moments — where ownership transitions, leadership changes, and long-term opportunity converge. Our approach is disciplined, discreet, and partnership-driven. With more than three decades of private market experience and over 50 lower middle market investments, we bring seasoned judgment to every transaction.

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OUR APPROACH

A Framework for Enduring Value.

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Purpose Driven

Focused on long-term value creation, cultural continuity, and disciplined ownership.

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Strategic and Discreet

Guided by thoughtful structuring, deliberate execution, and principled decisions.

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Collaborative

Built on regional relationships, trusted partnerships, and aligned investor networks.

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Business Builders

Experienced in guiding privately held companies toward sustained growth and stability.

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INVESTMENT FOCUS

Disciplined Investment Criteria.

Santee Private Capital focuses on lower middle market businesses across the Southeastern United States where disciplined capital and experienced partnership drive enduring value. We pursue ownership transitions and management-led opportunities positioned for growth.

Geography: Southeastern United States

Focus: Ownership transitions and management-led buyouts

Profile: $1.5 – $8.0M EBITDA with recurring revenue.

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A PROVEN INVESTMENT RECORD

Experienced Leadership.

Santee Private Capital was founded by R. Patrick Weston, CFA, drawing upon more than 30 years of experience in private equity and private markets across multiple economic cycles.

Prior to founding Santee, Patrick built and led Route 2 Capital Partners and spent seventeen years at Azalea Capital originating and managing lower middle market investments. Throughout his career, he has structured, led, and exited more than 25 investments and served on numerous boards across diverse industries.

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A THOUGHTFUL PARTNERSHIP

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We welcome discussions with business owners, management teams, and intermediaries exploring long-term partnership opportunities.

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