FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bertram Capital (“Bertram”), a private equity firm targeting investments in lower middle-market companies, announced today the promotion of Kevin Yamashita and Ryan Craig from Partner to Managing Partner. The promotions recognize their records of success leading investments across the firm’s Industrials and Consumer sectors, as well as their leadership within Bertram, and reflect the continued growth of the firm. Jeff Drazan will continue to serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

“Kevin and Ryan have been central to building Bertram into the firm it is today,” said Jeff Drazan, Chairman and CEO of Bertram Capital. “They have led some of our most successful investments, developed the next generation of talent on our team, and consistently embodied the partnership culture that defines Bertram. As the firm continues to grow, their elevation to Managing Partner recognizes both what they have accomplished and our commitment to a thoughtful, long-term growth plan. I look forward to continuing to work alongside them as we lead Bertram into its next chapter.”

Kevin Yamashita leads Bertram’s Industrials investment team. He has led or participated in Bertram’s investments in AFC Industries, Anord Mardix, APPLIED Adhesives, Burke, Clarus Glassboards, EDI, Flow Control Group, Maxcess, NEFCO, Perennials & Sutherland, Rowmark, Safety Products Global, Solo Stove, STARC and Tyden Group, as well as the firm’s recent partnership with Motion & Control Enterprises. He currently serves on the boards of AFC Industries, APPLIED Adhesives, Burke, Motion & Control Enterprises, Perennials & Sutherland, Safety Products Global and STARC.

“It has been a privilege to help build Bertram’s franchise alongside our management teams and colleagues,” said Kevin Yamashita. “I am grateful to Jeff and the partnership for this opportunity and look forward to continuing to help our portfolio companies reach their full potential.”

Ryan Craig leads Bertram’s Consumer investment team. He has led or participated in Bertram’s investments in Aperture Pet & Life, Author Solutions, Best Version Media, Enthusiast Auto Holdings, JL Acquisitions, Lectric eBikes, One Distribution, Paula’s Choice, Querétaro F.C., Solo Stove, Trademark Global, and Tactacam, which Bertram recently sold to GTCR. He currently serves on the boards of Aperture Pet & Life, JL Acquisitions, Lectric eBikes and Querétaro F.C.

“Bertram’s people and culture are what make this firm special,” said Ryan Craig. “I am honored by this role and excited to keep partnering with exceptional founders and management teams as we continue to grow the firm.”

About Bertram Capital

Bertram Capital is a private equity firm targeting investments in lower middle-market companies. Since its inception in 2006, the firm has raised over $4.0 billion in capital commitments. In addition to providing strategic growth capital, Bertram Capital seeks to leverage proprietary processes and services, Bertram High-5℠ and Bertram Labs, to empower its portfolio companies to unlock their full potential.

Bertram High-5℠ is an operationally focused value-creation strategy that includes management augmentation, operational initiatives, complementary acquisitions, sales and marketing improvements, and technology integration. The cornerstone of this strategy is Bertram Labs, its in-house technology team, which drives growth through digital marketing, e-commerce, big data and analytics, application development, and platform optimization.

Bertram Capital V focuses on control investments in business services, consumer, and industrial sectors with EBITDA above $7.5 million. Bertram Ignite I focuses on both control and non-control investments in similar sectors, with a minimum EBITDA of $3 million.

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