ABOUT US
A Partner for Founders, A Steward for Businesses
At Slipstream Management Partners (“Slipstream”), we believe great businesses are built on strong foundations and the right momentum.
Inspired by the slipstream—a force that reduces resistance and accelerates progress—we partner with founders to help them unlock the value they’ve worked hard to create, while preserving their legacy and positioning their businesses for long-term success. With a thoughtful, hands-on approach, we help businesses move forward with strength, continuity, and a clear path to growth.
Our Mission
We acquire and grow exceptional businesses built by dedicated founders. Our mission is to provide a trusted path to succession—ensuring a smooth transition while honoring the company’s values, people, and legacy. We are focused on investing in businesses with enduring potential and positioning them for continued success for years to come.
Our Values
We operate with integrity, transparency, and deep respect for the businesses we acquire. Our decisions are guided by a commitment to thoughtful stewardship, operational excellence, and a people-first mindset. Whether working with founders, employees, or customers, we strive to build enduring partnerships grounded in trust and shared vision.
Our Approach
Slipstream is a different kind of investor. Our approach is straightforward: act with purpose, create lasting value, and minimize disruption.
Straight-forward
We communicate openly and move decisively, making the process as smooth as possible.
Strategic & Hands-On
We bring operational expertise to optimize, scale, and strengthen each business.
Built for the Long Term
We don’t buy to flip—we invest with a patient, growth-oriented mindset to ensure sustainable success.
OUR People
At Slipstream Management Partners, we rely on a network of seasoned operators, marketing experts, and industry specialists who bring deep expertise in driving business performance. Our advisors provide strategic guidance, drawing from decades of experience across multiple industries. Additionally, our investors and financial partners share our commitment to thoughtful, long-term business stewardship. Together, we combine insight, discipline, and a hands-on approach to ensure the businesses we acquire are well-positioned for sustained success.
Francisco Portillo
Senior Partner
Francisco is a seasoned private equity professional with demonstrated experience in scaling market-leading businesses. Prior to the founding of Slipstream Management Partners, he helped deploy over $1.2 billion in capital as an investor at DigitalBridge, successfully acquiring and scaling numerous platforms into the standard bearers of their respective geographies and industries.
Before DigitalBridge, Francisco worked in investment banking at Bank of America Merrill Lynch (Bank of America), where he advised on cross-border M&A transactions across a wide range of industries. He brings deep transactional experience and operations expertise to his role at Slipstream, empowering us to help founders exit with confidence while ensuring the continued success of their businesses.
