AVISTA HEALTHCARE PARTNERS CLOSES CONTINUATION FUND FOR GCM

Core Insights - Avista Healthcare Partners has successfully closed Avista Healthcare Partners CV II, L.P., a continuation fund for GCM, with significant investments from Goldman Sachs Alternatives and BlackRock [1][3] - Since Avista's acquisition of GCM in 2019, the company has more than doubled its revenue through strategic investments in technology, facilities, and human capital [2] Company Overview - Avista Healthcare Partners is a New York-based private equity firm founded in 2005, with over $9 billion invested in 50 healthcare businesses globally, focusing on growth-oriented healthcare product and technology sectors [5] - GCM, headquartered in Union City, California, specializes in complex manufacturing services for medical technology OEMs, offering precision machining, fabrication, and integration services [6] Investment Strategy - The continuation fund for GCM includes substantial unfunded capital commitments aimed at supporting acquisition opportunities and strategic investments [1] - Goldman Sachs Alternatives emphasizes partnership and shared success, with over $500 billion in assets and extensive experience in alternative investments [7][9]