Trivest Partners (“Trivest” or the “Firm”), a Miami-based private equity firm, is pleased to announce that Jorge Gross has been promoted to Partner, effective January 1, 2016. Jorge has contributed significantly to Trivest’s success over the past ten years through his efforts in multiple endeavors.

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Jorge Gross. (Photo: Business Wire)

Jorge Gross. (Photo: Business Wire)

Jorge joined Trivest in 2006 and was previously a Principal at the Firm. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of numerous portfolio companies including National Auto Care, GetixHealth and Northfield Industries. Prior to joining Trivest, Jorge spent three years at Credit Suisse. He received his B.A. in Economics from Columbia University and M.B.A. with honors, from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Jorge has excelled in many roles at Trivest, including identifying strategic acquisition targets, analyzing investment opportunities, monitoring existing portfolio companies and leading successful realizations. Jorge has worked closely with several highly successful Trivest investments including AM Conservation, ATX Networks and Hazmasters. In addition, Jorge manages Trivest’s relationships with the lending community.

Troy D. Templeton, Trivest’s Managing Partner, said, “Jorge’s hard work and devotion to Trivest have been an important part of the Firm’s strong growth and performance. We are proud to recognize his accomplishments and look forward to his talents benefiting our investors and portfolio companies for years to come.”

About Trivest:

Trivest Partners is a private investment firm that focuses on partnering with founder/family owned businesses in the United States and Canada. Since its founding in 1981, Trivest has completed more than 225 transactions, totaling in excess of $5.5 billion in value. For additional information, please visit www.trivest.com.