OKLAHOMA CITY — Infinity Capital Partners, which describes itself as “a boutique investment bank,” announced recently it has surpassed $1 billion in completed transactions since its founding in 2016.
More than $800 million of the capital in Infinity’s closed transactions was sourced from out-of-state and was invested in Oklahoma-owned businesses, affecting more than 2,100 Oklahoma jobs.
“Our local business landscape has always been strong, with much of the foundation built from the contributions of family-owned and founder-led businesses like our clients,” said Chris Lee, managing partner of Infinity Capital Partners. “We’re proud to serve local business owners as they look to the future of their company and how it can continue to make an impact on our state.”
Infinity Capital Partners was the first full-service investment bank in the Oklahoma City metro area helping owners execute the sale of their business. Since its founding, Infinity Capital has closed more than 30 transactions across a variety of industries, including the notable sale of Dippin’ Dots to J&J Snack Foods Corp. for $222 million in May 2022.
“I’ve been through numerous transactions throughout my career, and it has become very clear to me that nuances and details can make or break a deal,” said Mark Fischer, chairman and majority owner of Dippin’ Dots. “Infinity’s experience and special attention to this deal’s minutiae, in our case, was particularly beneficial, as it helped us maintain our leverage throughout the negotiations and obtain the maximum price possible.”
Infinity has primarily focused on helping family-owned and founder-led businesses through the complex process of selling, either to the next generation or a third party, Lee said. The company’s most recent transaction – Evans Enterprises Inc. being sold to Integrated Power Services – “highlights how powerful an advocate and partner through the process Infinity can be for founders,” he said.
”We are grateful for the work Infinity provided. They opened our eyes to numerous scenarios and possibilities and provided raw and honest feedback, all while keeping our best interests as their top priority,” said Syndy Thrash, a second-generation business owner and former chairman of the board of Evans Enterprises.
Each year, Infinity managing partners Bryan Vahlberg, Evan Grace and Chris Lee host lunch-and-learn events, training seminars and educational sessions, in addition to publishing content to help the Oklahoma business community thrive.
Infinity Capital Partners serves middle-market businesses and their stakeholders.
“Oklahoma is home to world-class businesses that shouldn’t have to rely on big-city investment banks to help them grow and transform,” Grace said. “We understand the needs of our clients locally... When our businesses are strong, so is the economic future of our state.”