At First Principles Capital, we
take a principled approach to
partnership and value creation
We are an investment firm dedicated to partnering with founder-led businesses in North America. Our operator-first approach ensures founders preserve the legacy they built, while setting their business up for the next phase of growth.
At FPC, we believe in
operating first and
investing second
First Principles Capital (“FPC”) is the culmination of a decade-long partnership and multiple decades of cumulative investing experience between our founders, who share a passion for building enduring companies.
Our Founding Principles
Founder-Centered
Partnership
We understand that entrepreneurs and founders are the life-blood of the businesses we invest in, and as a result prioritize them as a stakeholder in all aspects of a transaction for the best mutual outcomes
Operator-Led Value
Creation
Beyond capital, we provide active, strategic involvement to drive sustainable success and we take a long-term view to unlock the full-potential of the businesses we partner with
Long-Term Orientation
Every decision we make is grounded in disciplined investing, risk management, and a commitment to long-term value creation as we understand the difficulty of earning and preserving wealth
Contrarian, First-
Principles Thinking
We don’t assume we’re the smartest people in the room – we actively seek diverse perspectives and challenge consensus thinking to uncover opportunities
Have Fun, Work with
Great People
Integrity, relationships, and enjoying the journey define our approach. We don’t take ourselves too seriously and have a strict “no asshole” philosophy
Partners
Backed by a team of experts and a wealth of resources, we collaborate with industry leaders to drive innovation and success.
Harry Selvarajan
Managing Partner