BDT & MSD Partners

BDT & MSD Partners

Strategic advisory and long-term capital provider

About BDT & MSD Partners

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Why BDT & MSD Partners is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Financial Services

Real Estate

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$4.4B

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2023

Overview

BDT & MSD Partners provides strategic advisory and long-term capital to family- and founder-led businesses. It helps with mergers and acquisitions, capital structure, ownership and governance, trust and estate planning, family office management, and philanthropy. The firm operates in private capital, credit, real estate, and growth equity markets, using its network and market expertise to offer differentiated capital and creative financing solutions. Revenue comes from advisory fees and returns on investments through affiliated funds. The goal is to be a flexible, long-term partner with aligned interests, supporting sustainable growth and social impact while helping clients navigate complex issues and build enduring value.

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What believers are saying

  • Secured $138.5M Ziggurat loan for Allen Morris Co. real estate development.
  • Made growth investments in Designs for Health and $7B-valued DBG Global.
  • Supported GSM's expansion to 190 schools serving 55,000 students globally.

What critics are saying

  • Founder exits like Jonathan Lizotte deteriorate Designs for Health valuations in 12-24 months.
  • Dell Technologies stock collapse impairs capital deployment in 18-36 months.
  • Ziggurat loan maturities trigger real estate covenant breaches in 12-18 months.

What makes BDT & MSD Partners unique

  • BDT & MSD Partners merges BDT's merchant banking with MSD's Dell-backed investments since 2023.
  • Specializes in advisory and minority stakes for family and founder-led businesses.
  • Ranks 36th in PEI 300 as top private equity firm per June 2024.

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Funding

Total Funding

$4.4B

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Kraken Technologies
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Kraken optimizes green generation, helps manage the network, improves field operations and supports utilities in delivering excellent experiences for customers.

Miami’s Community Newspapers
Dec 15th, 2025
Allen Morris Co. gets $138.5M construction loan for Ziggurat | Biscayne Bay Tribune#

Allen Morris Co., one of the leading real estate firms in the Southeast U.S., has announced that it has secured a $138.5 million construction loan from BDT & MSD Partners (“BDT & MSD”), through its affiliated funds, and BHI, the U.S. Bank of Bank Hapoalim, B.M. for Ziggurat, a mixed-use development that will enhance the

Tech Funding News
Nov 13th, 2025
Kim Kardashian’s Skims grabs $225M from Goldman Sachs at $5B valuation as it expands beyond shapewear — TFN

Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand, Skims, has raised $225 million in a new funding round led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives.

Yahoo Finance
Nov 6th, 2025
Metropolis raises $1.6B for expansion

Metropolis Technologies, backed by SoftBank, raised $1.6 billion to expand its AI-powered technology beyond parking lots into sectors like retail and restaurants. The funding includes a $500 million Series D round led by LionTree, valuing the company at $5 billion, and a $1.1 billion loan led by J.P. Morgan. The capital will be used to hire talent and develop products for new verticals. Metropolis aims to create a "Recognition Economy" for seamless transactions.

Yahoo Finance
Oct 21st, 2025
Designs for Health Gains Strategic Investment

Designs for Health (DFH) announced a significant minority investment from BDT & MSD Partners to support its growth and innovation. This follows a partnership with RoundTable Healthcare Partners. Founder Jonathan Lizotte remains the majority owner. The investment will enhance DFH's capabilities in product innovation and clinical education. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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