David Kidd
Founder at Adirondack Growth Capital LLC
Profile
David Kidd is the Managing Partner and Founder of Adirondack Growth Capital.
He is responsible for all investment decisions, and he is involved in the leadership and day-to-day operations of Adirondack's companies.
Under David's leadership, Adirondack has achieved returns that rank among the top ten percent of similar investments and its companies have averaged annual revenue growth in excess of 30%.
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David is currently President of Adirondack owned Nova Flex LED, a rapidly growing LED lighting company that serves the commercial, residential and national account markets.
He was previously CEO of Midwest Supplies, the largest ecommerce supplier of homebrewing and winemaking products in America.
After doubling revenue in two years, David led the sale of Midwest Supplies to Northern Brewer, its largest competitor, creating a clear industry leader.
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Prior to founding Adirondack David was a Vice President at Lincoln International, a middle-market investment bank based in Chicago, where he completed 26 transactions in five years.
Before joining Lincoln, he was a management consultant at A.T.
Kearney based in Alexandria, Virginia.
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David earned an MBA from Stanford University where he was an Arjay Miller Scholar.
He holds a BS in Accountancy and a certificate in Technology Management from the University of Illinois, graduating with Highest Honors and Bronze Tablet distinction.
David is an Eagle Scout and avid supporter of Scouts BSA. He currently resides in the southwest suburbs of Minneapolis with his wife, son, daughter and golden retriever.
In his spare time David enjoys playing hockey.
David Kidd active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
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Adirondack Growth Capital LLC
 Adirondack Growth Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Adirondack Growth Capital LLC (Adirondack Growth Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2009 by David Kidd. The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. | Founder | 01/01/2009 |
Surly Brewing Co.
 Surly Brewing Co. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Surly Brewing Co. brews beers. The company was founded by Omar Ansari in 2006 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. | Consultant / Advisor | 01/04/2020 |
| Nova Flex Led, Inc. | Chief Executive Officer | 01/04/2021 |
Former positions of David Kidd
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Highland Bank (Saint Michael, Minnesota)
 Highland Bank (Saint Michael, Minnesota) Regional BanksFinance Part of Highland Bancshares, Inc. (Minnesota), Highland Bank is a privately-held, business-focused bank based in Saint Michael, MN. Highland Bank brings value to its customers as trusted advisors and works directly with key decision-makers. The company was founded in 1943. Richard Wall has been the CEO of the company since 1994. | Director/Board Member | 31/12/2018 |
Northern Brewer LLC
 Northern Brewer LLC Specialty StoresRetail Trade Northern Brewer LLC engages in the supply and retail of home brewing, winemaking, beer kits, and equipment. It also offers beer recipe kits, kombucha, and cheese making. The company was founded by Christopher Farley in October 1993 and is headquartered in Roseville, MN. | President | 01/02/2014 |
Midwest Supplies LLC
 Midwest Supplies LLC Beverages: AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Midwest Supplies LLC sells wine making and home brew supplies online. Its products include brewing equipment, brewing ingredients, kegging, wine equipment and wine ingredients. The company was founded in 1995 by David Turbenson and is headquartered in Roseville, MN. | Chief Executive Officer | 28/02/2013 |
Northern Brewer LLC
Northern Brewer LLC Specialty StoresRetail Trade Northern Brewer LLC engages in the supply and retail of home brewing, winemaking, beer kits, and equipment. It also offers beer recipe kits, kombucha, and cheese making. The company was founded by Christopher Farley in October 1993 and is headquartered in Roseville, MN. | Chief Executive Officer | 01/02/2013 |
Lincoln International LLC
 Lincoln International LLC Regional BanksFinance Lincoln International LLC provides investment banking services. It specializes in strategic advisory services including sell-side mergers and acquisitions, buy-side mergers and acquisitions, debt advisory, growth equity, special situations, valuations and opinions and pensions advisory services. The firm offers capital raising, mergers and acquisitions support, and other corporate finance services. It provides their clients with industry knowledge and access to a comprehensive range of buyers, sellers, and investors. The company was founded in 1996 by Lawrence J. Lawson and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Private Equity Investor | 01/01/2009 |
Training of David Kidd
| Stanford University | Masters Business Admin |
| University of Illinois At Urbana–Champaign | Undergraduate Degree |
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| Private companies | 7 |
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Northern Brewer LLC
Northern Brewer LLC Specialty StoresRetail Trade Northern Brewer LLC engages in the supply and retail of home brewing, winemaking, beer kits, and equipment. It also offers beer recipe kits, kombucha, and cheese making. The company was founded by Christopher Farley in October 1993 and is headquartered in Roseville, MN. | Retail Trade |
Lincoln International LLC
Lincoln International LLC Regional BanksFinance Lincoln International LLC provides investment banking services. It specializes in strategic advisory services including sell-side mergers and acquisitions, buy-side mergers and acquisitions, debt advisory, growth equity, special situations, valuations and opinions and pensions advisory services. The firm offers capital raising, mergers and acquisitions support, and other corporate finance services. It provides their clients with industry knowledge and access to a comprehensive range of buyers, sellers, and investors. The company was founded in 1996 by Lawrence J. Lawson and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Finance |
Midwest Supplies LLC
Midwest Supplies LLC Beverages: AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Midwest Supplies LLC sells wine making and home brew supplies online. Its products include brewing equipment, brewing ingredients, kegging, wine equipment and wine ingredients. The company was founded in 1995 by David Turbenson and is headquartered in Roseville, MN. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Highland Bank (Saint Michael, Minnesota)
Highland Bank (Saint Michael, Minnesota) Regional BanksFinance Part of Highland Bancshares, Inc. (Minnesota), Highland Bank is a privately-held, business-focused bank based in Saint Michael, MN. Highland Bank brings value to its customers as trusted advisors and works directly with key decision-makers. The company was founded in 1943. Richard Wall has been the CEO of the company since 1994. | Finance |
Surly Brewing Co.
Surly Brewing Co. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Surly Brewing Co. brews beers. The company was founded by Omar Ansari in 2006 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. | Distribution Services |
Adirondack Growth Capital LLC
Adirondack Growth Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Adirondack Growth Capital LLC (Adirondack Growth Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2009 by David Kidd. The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. | Finance |
| Nova Flex Led, Inc. |
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