BDT & MSD Partners

BDT & MSD Partners is a financial advisory and investment firm that provides strategic advice and long-term capital to business owners and strategic investors. The firm specializes in serving family and founder-led businesses, offering tailored solutions to complex issues such as mergers and acquisitions, capital structure, ownership and governance, trust and estate planning, family office management, and philanthropy. BDT & MSD Partners operates in the private capital, credit, real estate, and growth equity markets. The business model revolves around leveraging their extensive network and deep market expertise to provide differentiated capital and creative financing solutions. Revenue is generated through advisory fees and returns on investments made through their affiliated funds. The firm prides itself on being a flexible, long-term partner with aligned interests, focusing on sustainable growth and social impact.

Keywords: strategic advisory, long-term capital, family businesses, founder-led, mergers and acquisitions, capital structure, trust and estate, private capital, creative financing, growth equity.