Novator

Novator operates as an international private equity, growth equity, and capital markets investment firm. It deploys capital across developed and emerging markets, leveraging a strategy of managing internal funds. This approach allows for flexible investment structures, agile decision-making, and a hands-on engagement with portfolio companies, encompassing traditional private equity and growth equity, alongside special situations such as asset turnarounds and strategic exits.

The firm was founded in 2004 by Icelandic businessman Thor Björgólfsson. His vision centered on creating an investment vehicle that could operate with greater autonomy and responsiveness by managing its own capital, thereby enabling a more direct and impactful involvement with its investments. This foundation underpins Novator's operational philosophy and investment thesis.

Novator actively partners with management teams within its portfolio to execute growth and value-creation strategies. The firm's team possesses deep expertise in the health, technology, and telecoms sectors, applying its resources, connections, and accumulated best practices to support its investments. Novator aims to foster the development and ultimate success of its portfolio across various market conditions.