Performant Capital is a Chicago-headquartered, lower middle market private equity firm focused on investing in technology-driven businesses. We partner with companies across SaaS, technology-enabled services, and data intelligence products and services, typically with annual revenues between $1 million and $30 million.
With more than 50 years of combined investing and operating experience in these sectors, our principals seek opportunities where our deep investment expertise, operational experience, and extensive partner network can materially accelerate performance and long-term value creation.
Our specialized focus on software and technology businesses gives us differentiated insight in sourcing, evaluating, and scaling investments. We work closely with management teams across our portfolio, building deep partnerships to drive growth and operational excellence. Through a proven value creation framework—centered on process improvement, technical innovation, and leadership investment—we help companies scale organically and achieve market leadership.
About the Role
Performant Capital is seeking entrepreneurial, post-MBA leaders to scale small software and services businesses into category leaders. This role offers full ownership of a business line, including P&L responsibility, and the opportunity to lead and grow a company with meaningful upside potential. The position may be remote; however, Chicago, IL is strongly preferred, as it is home to our headquarters. Candidates in other major markets will also be considered. Key Responsibilities
Full ownership of a standalone business or business line, including complete P&L responsibility Leadership and growth of an existing business generating $2M–$10M in revenue with significant expansion opportunities Direct collaboration and communication with the private equity investment team and portfolio company CEO Execution of strategic and operational initiatives to drive sustainable growth and performance improvement Qualifications
MBA preferred 2–10+ years of professional work experience Exceptional work ethic and personal accountability Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and solve problems hands‑on Comfort operating in the scrappy, fast‑paced environment of a small business Preferred Experience
Education or public sector software Managed Service Providers (MSP/MSSP)
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Performant Capital is seeking entrepreneurial, post-MBA leaders to scale small software and services businesses into category leaders. This role offers full ownership of a business line, including P&L responsibility, and the opportunity to lead and grow a company with meaningful upside potential. The position may be remote; however, Chicago, IL is strongly preferred, as it is home to our headquarters. Candidates in other major markets will also be considered. Key Responsibilities
Full ownership of a standalone business or business line, including complete P&L responsibility Leadership and growth of an existing business generating $2M–$10M in revenue with significant expansion opportunities Direct collaboration and communication with the private equity investment team and portfolio company CEO Execution of strategic and operational initiatives to drive sustainable growth and performance improvement Qualifications
MBA preferred 2–10+ years of professional work experience Exceptional work ethic and personal accountability Entrepreneurial mindset with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and solve problems hands‑on Comfort operating in the scrappy, fast‑paced environment of a small business Preferred Experience
Education or public sector software Managed Service Providers (MSP/MSSP)
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