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Avance Investment Management Welcomes Carl Stanton as Senior Partner

On October 6, 2026, Avance Investment Management, a prominent private equity firm that specializes in investments in founder-owned businesses and middle market sectors, announced the appointment of Carl Stanton as a Senior Partner. This addition is set to bolster the firm's strategic focus on industrial services, a sector where Avance has already made significant inroads.

Avance has made notable investments in companies like Lexxel, which provides critical maintenance and repair services to essential infrastructure, and Opifex-Synergy, recognized as one of the largest independent equipment rental enterprises in the United States. By bringing Stanton onboard, Avance looks to capitalize on its current momentum and expand its portfolio in the industrial services space.

Luis Zaldivar, Co-Founder of Avance, remarked on this strategic move, emphasizing the firm's commitment to partnering with skilled trades and industry experts, which are typically overlooked by institutional investors. He predicted sustained demand in sectors such as electrification, reindustrialization, and infrastructure renewal. Zaldivar stated, "The businesses we focus on are driven by technical expertise and human capital—licensed trades, engineers, specialists—among others. The professionals managing these complex systems will remain in high demand in years to come."

David Perez, another Co-Founder at Avance, praised Stanton’s extensive experience in relevant markets, noting its alignment with the firm’s objectives. He expressed enthusiasm about working alongside Stanton in advancing Avance’s goals in industrial services and overall firm growth. Stanton, who has spent three decades in private equity and alternative asset management, brings a wealth of knowledge. Previously he has co-led several private equity investment groups and held significant roles at companies such as Invesco Private Capital and Wellspring Capital Management.

Stanton has previously collaborated with Avance as a Senior Advisor, notably contributing to the Lexxel investment. His governance role extends as Chairman of the Board at Lexxel, showcasing his commitment to the company's future. In addition to his corporate endeavors, Stanton actively serves on multiple non-profit boards, including his position on the Board of Directors for Wespath Benefits and Investments where he leads the Investments Subcommittee.

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from The University of Alabama and an MBA from Harvard Business School. On joining Avance at this pivotal time, Stanton expressed his excitement about aligning with a team that showcases exceptional capabilities in understanding and fostering founder-owned businesses.

Avance invests with a thematic focus across Business Services, Industrial Services, and Consumer sectors in the United States, targeting opportunities with ample growth potential within fragmented markets. The firm’s methodology— the STAGE™ value creation framework—aims to enhance each investment to assure maximum value add. With offices in New York and Miami, Avance is poised to continue its legacy of building robust businesses with the help of talented management teams.

As Avance moves forward under Stanton’s expertise, the firm is set to deepen its commitment to investing in industrial services, directing its investments to ensure not just immediate success but also long-term, sustainable growth. This appointment marks a significant chapter in Avance's trajectory of excellence in private equity investments, defining its path as a leading player in industries that are fundamental to the economy.

For further information on Avance Investment Management and its future endeavors, you can visit their official website at www.avanceinv.com.