THE FIFTH FORCE

Modern science recognizes four fundamental forces of nature that govern all interactions between objects: the strong nuclear force, the weak nuclear force, electromagnetism, and gravity.

We believe in a Fifth Force that emerges when individuals choose to live by enduring principles and willingly sacrifice ego and short-term gains for the long-term betterment of partnerships. Economic returns flow to organizations inspired by such leaders.

We invest in leaders willing to live by these principles across geographies, industries, and market cycles, and we take full responsibility for the outcomes.

 

THE FIFTH PARTNERS OPERATING MODEL

We take a systematic approach to building enduring, profitable enterprises

OPERATING AGREEMENT
The constitution for all stakeholders invested in Fifth Partners companies

Governance (authority and responsibility) 
  • Leaders empowered and held accountable to deliver results
  • Supported by active councils
  • Stewardship conveyed through written delegations of authority
Economics (rights and opportunities)
  • Separate and distinct from governance
  • Standard unit structure designed to adapt to specific company needs
  • Entry and exit provisions that can be exercised at any time for any reason
CAPITAL STRUCTURE
  • Fifth Partners time and capital always invested before any other party
  • Capital raised through special purpose vehicles and joint ventures
  • Structure avoids pitfalls of dedicated closed-end funds
TOOLS
  • Cash Budgets – Weekly cash performance against projection
  • Ship-Shape – standards of excellence that measure battle readiness
  • Growth Grids – Individual assessments of skills, knowledge, attitudes, attributes 
  • EAP – Execution and Accountability Plans implemented at every company
CENTRAL SERVICES

The engine that powers every aspect of the Fifth Partners network

  • Functional expertise organized and systematized by lane leaders
  • Tools and processes provided to companies through lanes
  • Best practices shared consistently

OUR TEAM

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