Our Story
Advent Morro Equity Partners is Puerto Rico's leading private equity investment firm. Founded in 1989, we have invested in over 50 companies across diverse industries including healthcare, telecommunications, distribution, technology services, education, and hospitality.
Our portfolio companies generate over $3.5 billion in yearly sales and employ approximately 8,000 people in Puerto Rico. We are committed to creating long-term value through strategic partnerships with exceptional management teams.
Affiliation with Advent International
From 1997 to 2010, Advent Morro was affiliated with Boston-based Advent International Corporation, one of the world's largest and most experienced private equity investors. This affiliation provided us with global resources, expertise, and a network that continues to benefit our portfolio companies today.
Our Track Record
- 50+ portfolio companies invested
- 16 active portfolio companies
- 3 partial exits
- 23 fully exited investments
- $3.5B+ yearly portfolio sales
- ~8,000 employees in Puerto Rico
Investment Approach
We partner with management teams seeking capital to accelerate growth organically and through acquisitions. Our approach combines:
- Active board participation and strategic guidance
- Access to extensive business networks and relationships
- Operational expertise across diverse industries
- Long-term perspective with typical holding periods of 3-7 years
Geographic Focus
We focus on three types of investment opportunities:
- Companies operating in Puerto Rico
- Puerto Rican companies expanding into the U.S. and Latin America
- Mainland-based companies targeting the U.S. Hispanic market