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25 leading private equity-backed companies in North Carolina

Tamtam tracks 25 private equity-backed companies headquartered in North Carolina. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Parexel, Belk and Premier Inc.. Their median headcount is 371. Half of them were founded in 1998 or later. The most common headquarters are Charlotte (7), Raleigh (4) and Greensboro (2).

馃嚭馃嚫 North Carolina25 companiesUpdated Nov 15, 2026

These North Carolina-based companies, backed by private equity, represent a diverse mix of industries. They include large established firms and some younger companies. Noteworthy examples are Parexel, a global provider of clinical development services; Belk, a historic department store; Premier Inc., a leader in healthcare transformation; and insightsoftware, which offers reporting and analytics solutions. Other companies include Sigma Electric Manufacturing Corporation, an engineering solutions provider, and Alcami Corporation, offering integrated lab and drug manufacturing services.

The data reveals a concentration of these companies in the Charlotte and Raleigh metropolitan areas. Charlotte hosts Belk, Premier Inc., Allspring Global Investments, and Celeros Flow Technology. Raleigh is home to Parexel and insightsoftware, indicating these cities are key hubs for private equity-backed enterprises in the state.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Parexelparexel.com

Provides comprehensive clinical development services globally, from early to late phase trials, helping new treatments reach patients faster through expertise and innovation.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Raleigh 21,982 1982
2
Belkbelkcareers.com

A historic department store offering quality products, exceptional customer service, and community support through nationwide store locations and online platform

Retail 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 12,997 1888
3
Premier Inc.premierinc.com

Leader in healthcare transformation, uniting thousands of providers to improve quality outcomes, reduce costs, and drive performance through data and technology solutions

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 5,226 n/a
4
insightsoftwareinsightsoftware.com

Global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions empowering finance teams with insights to make informed decisions and drive financial intelligence

Software Development 馃嚭馃嚫 Raleigh 2,267 n/a
5
Sigma Electric Manufacturing Corporation

Engineering solutions provider formerly known as Sigma Connect with us on our new page for updates and information

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Garner 1,720 1982
6
Alcami Corporationalcami.com

Provides integrated lab services, drug product manufacturing, cGMP pharma storage, and support services including environmental monitoring, calibration, and validation for pharmaceuticals and biologics.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Wilmington 1,242 1979
7
Allspring Global Investmentsallsprg.co

This company is redefining investing by focusing on financial returns and positive outcomes, with a commitment to thoughtful and purposeful planning

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 1,148 n/a
8
Envuenvu.com

A forward-thinking company dedicated to designing innovative solutions to protect and enhance the health of environments worldwide through various specialized services

Chemical Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Cary 1,037 2022
9
Celeros Flow Technologycelerosft.com

Design, installation, and support of flow technology equipment for industries including oil, gas, water, and chemical processing.

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 1,018 n/a
10
Daramic, LLCdaramic.com

Global supplier of high performance polyethylene battery separators for lead acid batteries with manufacturing and innovation centers worldwide.

Plastics Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 535 n/a
11
Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Changesboilchange.com

A family-owned company in the auto industry offering stress-free, quick oil changes, state inspections, and preventative maintenance services, with franchising opportunities available

Vehicle Repair and Maintenance 馃嚭馃嚫 Winston-Salem 446 2016
12
Maria Parham Healthmariaparham.com

A leading healthcare provider offering a wide range of specialties, advanced technology, and highly trained medical professionals for community medicine

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Henderson 390 n/a

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13
Momentec Brandsmomentecbrands.com

Momentec Brands specializes in providing quality apparel, headwear, accessories, and more to enhance life's important moments with expertise and passion

Apparel Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 371 2024
14
Structural Integrity Associatesstructint.com

The company provides engineering services for energy and process industries, including inspection, materials testing, analysis, and planning to maximize equipment life and reliability

Engineering Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Huntersville 340 1983
15
Elevate Textileselevatetextiles.com

Global provider of premium fabric and thread solutions with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and quality craftsmanship across various industries worldwide

Textile Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Greensboro 330 n/a
16
Tencarva Machinery Companytencarva.com

This company offers innovative equipment selections and system design recommendations, representing premier manufacturers and providing extensive service to industrial customers in several states

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Greensboro 309 1978
17
Cloud for Goodcloud4good.com

A certified B Corporation & Premium Salesforce Partner specializing in technology implementations for nonprofits & higher education institutions, creating transformational value & focusing on mission-driven work

IT Services and IT Consulting 馃嚭馃嚫 Asheville 308 2010
18
Dollar Shave Clubdollarshaveclub.com

Subscription-based service offering affordable razors and personal care products, expanding into grooming essentials with a humorous, value-driven approach.

Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Durham 261 2011
19
NSI Industriesnsiindustries.com

NSI fulfills distributor needs by providing high-quality electrical and HVAC products from a wide range of respected brands, ensuring comprehensive solutions

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Huntersville 249 1975
20
AAIPharma Services Corp./ Cambridge Major Laboratories Inc (Now Part of Alcami)

Merged entity, now Alcami, offers drug product, lab services, API development, and manufacturing capabilities. Check alcaminow.com for full details.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 226 n/a
21
Sock and Accessory Brands Global, Inc. ("SABG)"wearsabg.com

A leading designer and distributor of fashion casual and athletic socks, offering private label, licensed, and branded merchandise to various retailers

Retail Apparel and Fashion 馃嚭馃嚫 Advance 54 1999
22
Carolina Precision Technologiescarolinaprecision.com

A precision contract manufacturer in the medical device and aerospace industries, specializing in mid-volume production of high-precision parts with advanced technology and quality control

Medical Equipment Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Mooresville 51 1998
23
PSPDFKit is now Nutrient SDKnutrient.io

Provides SDKs, cloud document processing, low-code M365 solutions, and workflow automation to modernize and transform document ecosystems globally.

Software Development 馃嚭馃嚫 Raleigh 22 2011
24
Moore and Johnson Insurancemooreandjohnson.com

An agency specialized in providing personalized insurance solutions for successful businesses and high-net-worth individuals, with a focus on customer service

Insurance 馃嚭馃嚫 Raleigh 14 1924
25
Utilisutilisdesign.com

A leading provider of engineering, construction, and management services to the telecommunications industry, focused on seamless integration and employee growth

Civil Engineering 馃嚭馃嚫 Charlotte 14 2013

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 15, 2026.

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