Peakline Partners has acquired Kalon Capital, a Stamford, Connecticut-based equipment finance company, expanding its capabilities in mid-ticket equipment financing and asset-backed private credit. The acquisition brings Kalon’s financing platform and experienced management team into Peakline’s investment business, strengthening its ability to originate equipment financing transactions directly and serve businesses across the United States.
Kalon Capital provides tailored equipment financing solutions to businesses in manufacturing, industrial services, construction, technology, transportation, and critical infrastructure. The company focuses on financing essential-use assets, helping businesses acquire equipment, modernize operations, and fund expansion.
The transaction brings Kalon’s leadership team into Peakline, including Nicole Torraco, Founder and CEO; Joost van Brakel, Chief Financial Officer; and Andrea Zana, Chief Credit and Operating Officer. Torraco will continue leading the equipment finance business as part of the expanded platform.
For Peakline, the acquisition supports its strategy of expanding into specialized equipment finance and differentiated, tax-advantaged private credit investments. Kalon’s established origination capabilities, underwriting expertise, and existing customer relationships provide a foundation for expanding its presence across additional industries and financing segments.
Peakline is an SEC-registered investment adviser offering private market investment opportunities across real estate, private equity, private credit, venture capital, and other alternative investments. Founded in 2017, the firm has committed more than $3.7 billion through its fund offerings.
The acquisition is expected to provide Kalon with additional institutional resources and strategic relationships while strengthening Peakline’s equipment finance platform. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
KEY QUOTES:
“Since founding Kalon, our mission has been to deliver thoughtful, flexible financing solutions that help businesses invest in their growth. Joining Peakline marks an exciting next chapter, providing us with the scale, institutional resources, and strategic relationships to accelerate our growth while continuing to deliver the high-touch service our clients and partners expect. We’re excited to bring our expertise to Peakline and build an even stronger equipment finance platform together.”
Nicole Torraco, Founder and CEO of Kalon Capital
“Kalon has built an outstanding reputation for disciplined underwriting, deep industry expertise, and a client-first approach to equipment finance. Nicole and her team have created a platform that aligns perfectly with our long-term vision. This partnership significantly strengthens our equipment financing capabilities, expands our ability to originate transactions directly, and enhances the value we can deliver to businesses, investors, and strategic partners across the country.”
Kevin O’Donnell, Executive Managing Director of Peakline Partners
“As we continue to scale our efforts at Peakline in differentiated, tax-advantaged private credit on behalf of our investors, we are excited to expand our capabilities in various segments across equipment finance. We were immediately impressed by Nicole and the team she has built, and we look forward to working together with them to build a durable, long-term equipment finance business.”
Chris Boehm, Co-Founder and Executive Managing Director of Peakline Partners
