Nashville-based growth equity firm, Edison Partners, makes list of top 50 list for founders
Edison Partners was the only private equity firm in Tennessee to make the list.
Startups looking for growth-stage capital may want to keep an eye on Edison Partners. The Nashville-based firm was recently named one of Grady Campbell’s 2026 Top 50 Private Equity Firms in the Middle Market and also earned a spot on the organization’s list of Top 50 PE Firms for Founders. Both honors recognize firms with strong track records of supporting scaling companies and working closely with founders.
Edison Partners was the only private equity firm in Tennessee to make the list.
Edison Partners focuses on growth investments in vertical SaaS, fintech, healthcare IT, and marketplace businesses, and has backed more than 270 companies since its founding in 1986. The firm pairs capital with operational support through its Edison Edge platform, a resource that aims to help portfolio companies grow efficiently.
Managing Partner Chris Sugden said the recognition reflects the firm’s long-standing approach to lower middle market investing and its emphasis on helping founders scale while maintaining their vision.
“Combining growth capital with deep operational expertise, we provide hands-on support that helps founders drive durable growth while preserving what makes their companies unique,” Sugden said.
For founders across the Southeast, Edison Partners may be a regional option to watch as they continue raising capital and preparing for growth.
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