Atar Capital Founder Cyrus Nikou Featured in Los Angeles Business Journal

Atar Capital is pleased to highlight the recent feature of founder and managing partner Cyrus Nikou in the Los Angeles Business Journal. The interview by staff reporter Kennedy Zak highlights the principles with which Mr. Nikou founded Atar Capital, and his passion for and focus on impact investing and supporting sustainable companies.

The interview was published on May 12, 2025, and covers Atar Capital’s investment criteria, as well as Mr. Nikou’s belief that long-term sustainable growth and social good can co-exist through innovations that meet today’s customers where they’re at while staying mindful of the needs of the future generation.

“I am a firm believer that companies can innovate in a way that both benefits today’s consumers and builds a better world for future generations,” Mr. Nikou said. “At Atar Capital, we strive to be a source of positive energy. Our ESG (environmental, social and governance) investments are a way to both generate financial returns and do good for humanity. Whether we’re bridging the gap between traditional and electric vehicles, protecting infrastructure for current and future generations, or helping create eco-friendly alternatives to plastic products, we believe there’s sustainable work to be done in every industry.”

The feature was part of a special report highlighting Los Angeles-area investment firms that focus on impact investing.

Read the entire article at Los Angeles Business Journal.

About Atar Capital

Atar Capital is a global private investment firm that acquires a wide range of lower middle market businesses exhibiting opportunities for growth, revitalization and significant value creation. Atar Capital’s principals have collectively completed 90 private equity transactions across 18 countries worldwide.

Atar Capital’s combination of operational expertise, industry knowledge and investment experience provide a unique edge in creating value and working as a true partner with its affiliated companies. The firm assists in activities ranging from growing the business to improving operations and financial performance, leveraging all available resources and talent within Atar’s leadership team, as well as its bench of seasoned senior advisors with deep sector and functional expertise. For more information, please visit https://atarcapital.com/.