Atar Capital to be Named Private Equity Firm of the Year at The M&A Advisor’s 19th Annual Turnaround Awards Gala

The recognition underscores Atar Capital’s excellence in distressed investing and restructuring achievements.

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atar Capital, a global private investment firm based in Los Angeles, California, has been honored as Private Equity Firm of the Year for The M&A Advisor’s 19th Annual Turnaround Awards. This recognition highlights Atar Capital’s exceptional leadership and success in transforming businesses within the distressed investing and restructuring space.

This win follows a year of significant wins for Atar Capital, including the successful acquisition of Kendrion’s automotive business by affiliate Solero Technologies and the sale of affiliate Microcel, a full-service distribution company. Founder and Managing Partner Cyrus Nikou has previously been recognized by M&A Advisor with the 2024 Thomas Farrell Memorial Award, and inducted into the publication’s Hall of Fame.

“Being recognized as Private Equity Firm of the Year is a testament to our team’s unwavering dedication to revitalizing lower-middle-market businesses and unlocking their full potential,” said Nikou. “Our focus has always been on creating sustainable growth and long-term value, and this honor reflects the impact of that mission.”

Atar Capital’s affiliate companies span food packaging, mental health services, automotive manufacturing, and more. The Atar Capital team provides a hands-on approach to the companies it takes on and leverages relationships, resources, and guidance to industry leaders building sustainable solutions for the current world and future generations.

“The winners of our 19th Annual Turnaround Awards demonstrate remarkable expertise and vision in navigating complex challenges,” said Roger Aguinaldo, founder and CEO of The M&A Advisor. “Atar Capital’s achievements reflect the highest standards of excellence and innovation in the industry, and we are delighted to celebrate their success.”

The award will be presented during a black-tie awards gala on March 25, 2025, at The Ben Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida. This gala event and Atar Capital’s commendation are features of the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit, which will bring together over 200 industry leaders for an engaging program of discussions, networking opportunities, and recognition of the industry’s best.

For a full list of winners from the 19th Annual Turnaround Awards, click here. To learn more about the 2025 Distressed Investing Summit, click here. For more about Atar Capital, visit AtarCapital.com.

About Atar Capital

Atar Capital is a global private investment firm that acquires a wide range of lower middle market businesses exhibiting opportunities for growth, revitalization and significant value creation. Atar Capital’s principals have collectively completed 90 private equity transactions across 18 countries worldwide.

Atar Capital’s combination of operational expertise, industry knowledge and investment experience provide a unique edge in creating value and working as a true partner with its affiliated companies. The firm assists in activities ranging from growing the business to improving operations and financial performance, leveraging all available resources and talent within Atar’s leadership team, as well as its bench of seasoned senior advisors with deep sector and functional expertise. For more information, please visit https://atarcapital.com/.

THE M&A ADVISOR

Now in its 26th year, The M&A Advisor was founded to offer insights and intelligence on mergers and acquisitions, establishing the industry’s leading media outlet in 1998. Today, the firm is recognized as the world’s premier leadership organization for mergers & acquisition, restructuring and corporate finance professionals, delivering a range of integrated services, including the most active online community of M&A professionals called M&A Connects. www.maadvisor.com.