Chicago stands at the crossroads of finance, manufacturing, healthcare, and technology—making it a strategic center for private equity investment in the Midwest. Stonehill partners with private equity firms and portfolio companies across the region to evaluate deals, optimize operations, and accelerate value creation.

Our consulting team works across the full investment lifecycle, from diligence through exit. We bring together deep industry knowledge, operational insight, and advanced analytics to support faster, smarter decision-making and measurable performance improvement.

Our Services Include:

• Investment Diligence & Deal Support - Market sizing, customer analysis, growth potential assessments, and competitive benchmarking tailored to the Chicago and Midwest landscape.

• 100-Day Planning & Value Creation Strategy - Rapid, high-impact planning focused on cost optimization, revenue growth, and strategic alignment across functional areas.

• Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement - Lean operations, workflow automation, and performance measurement designed to drive EBITDA expansion across portfolio companies.

• Data, Analytics & AI Integration - Build scalable data infrastructure, apply machine learning to drive insights, and implement automation tools that support digital transformation.

• Exit & Monetization Strategy - Prepare management teams, streamline reporting, and sharpen the equity story to maximize investor confidence and exit multiples.

Stonehill delivers the consulting strength and execution agility needed to thrive in Chicago’s fast-paced private equity market. Whether you're targeting a new acquisition or scaling an existing platform, we provide the strategic firepower to help you move with clarity and speed.

Let’s turn opportunity into advantage.
Connect with Stonehill’s Chicago private equity team to learn more.