Z2 Capital Partners Announces Final Close of Inaugural Fund with $300 Million of Total Capital

Z2 Capital Partners Announces Final Close of Inaugural Fund with $300 Million of Total Capital

STAMFORD, CT – September 22, 2026 – Z2 Capital Partners ("Z2"), a lower middle market private capital provider, is pleased to announce the final closing of Z2 SBIC I, LP (the "Fund"), which closed oversubscribed with $300 million of total capital. The Fund was licensed as a Small Business Investment Company ("SBIC") by the U.S. Small Business Administration, marking a significant milestone for the firm since its founding in 2022.

The Fund attracted support from a diverse group of limited partners ("LPs"), including banks, insurance companies, funds of funds, endowments, family offices, and RIAs. The Fund targets investments in U.S.-based companies generating $10 million or more in revenue and $2 million or more in EBITDA, with individual investments ranging from approximately $10 million to $40+ million (with the ability to upsize with participation from Z2 LP co-investors). Z2's investment committee, comprised of Scott Gold, Jake Sussman and Andy Cahill, oversees a strategy focused on senior secured debt and minority equity investments primarily to non-sponsored and independent sponsored companies.

"Demand for the Fund exceeded our initial expectations, validating the Z2 investment strategy and enabled us to close the fundraise above our original hard cap. Since our founding, Z2 has been committed to investing in growing companies that form the backbone of the American economy. The SBIC program is a natural fit for our strategy, and we are honored to be part of it. With our first investments already deployed, we are energized by the opportunities to supply capital to exceptional companies while supporting job creation across the country," said cott Gold, Partner.

About Z2 Capital Partners

Z2 is a specialized private capital provider offering tailored debt and structured equity investments ($10-40million) to lower middle market companies in the United States. We partner with non-sponsored, privately held businesses generating $2-20 million in EBITDA, often owned by families, management teams, or entrepreneurs that require strategic capital beyond traditional bank financing. By combining customized structures with active collaboration, Z2 helps businesses achieve their goals and growth targets, while preserving ownership and long-term vision.

For more information, please visitwww.z2mgmt.com or contact the Z2 team directly.

This press release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities.

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