Benford Capital Partners (“BCP”), a Chicago-based lower middle market private equity firm, today announced the promotions of Brian Behm and Brendan Green to Managing Director.

Brian Behm joined BCP as a Principal in 2021 and has played a pivotal role in the successful exits of Fund I companies Alpha Safety and Pasture Brands.  He currently leads the firm’s investments in Gum Products International, Legacy Bakehouse, and RP Foods.

Since joining BCP as an Associate in 2016, and through subsequent promotions over the past nine years, Brendan Green worked on successful pre-fund investments such as Saco and Specialty Sales, and currently leads investments in Brothers International, Nutrition Service, Argus Monitoring Solutions, Animix, and BSC Industries.

On behalf of BCP, Ed Benford and Ben Riefe stated:

“We are thrilled to promote both Brian and Brendan in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the firm. Over the years, they have been integral to our continued growth — sourcing and executing multiple new investments and driving long-term value creation through to successful exits. Their ability to build trusted relationships with intermediaries, business owners, and our management teams reflects the core values we uphold as a firm. We’re proud to celebrate their well-earned promotions and look forward to supporting their continued leadership and growth as Managing Directors.”