48North Partners

48North Partners, established in 2023 by Chapin Newhard, is an advisory firm dedicated to helping family-owned and founder-led businesses secure optimal partnerships with private equity investors. The firm facilitates growth, retirement planning, and client strategic evaluations. The impetus for founding 48North Partners stemmed from Chapin's experience at Pine Tree Equity, a Miami-based private equity firm focused on the service sector. Here, Chapin observed the daunting challenges faced by business owners, especially those inexperienced in the selling process, who were often overwhelmed by the sheer volume of inquiries from potential buyers. Seeing a need for a more owner-focused advisory service that operates without the typical financial conflicts of interest, Chapin launched 48North Partners. The firm is committed to simplifying the transaction process and ensuring that the business owner's best interests are the priority. 48North Partners differentiates itself by not charging upfront fees to business owners, facilitating a stress-free advisory experience. This model ensures that the firm aligns its incentives with the business owners, charging fees only from the buyer side, underscoring its commitment to the owner's successful outcomes. Chapin Newhard, born into an entrepreneurial family in Aspen, Colorado, and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise to 48North Partners. Engaged to Marissa Buchholz and passionate about the outdoors, Chapin actively supports environmental causes and enjoys surfing and skiing, demonstrating his commitment to professional excellence and personal well-being.