Our Purpose
Transforming critical service businesses into industry leaders through strategic investment and operational execution
At Sumter Equity, we believe that capital flows to those who use it wisely. We invest in businesses with strong fundamentals, exceptional leadership, and the discipline to build lasting value.
We don’t speculate—we partner. Our focus is on companies led by passionate operators who run their businesses with integrity, clear vision, and a relentless commitment to excellence. We back management teams that know their industries inside and out, care about their customers, and have the character to build something enduring.
Success in business isn’t just about numbers; it’s about judgment. At Sumter Equity, we align with those who think long-term, execute with precision, and create enterprises that stand the test of time.
Patrick Smith is an operator, entrepreneur, and investor with a track record of building and scaling businesses the right way—through discipline, strong fundamentals, and leadership that puts substance over flash.
As Managing Partner of Sumter Equity, Patrick focuses on partnering with high-character founders and management teams to drive long-term value creation.
With a long track record in business—including healthcare, information security, and consulting—Patrick specializes in integrating sales, go-to-market strategy, and operational infrastructure into businesses to create sustainable growth. He understands that a strong product or service is just the beginning; lasting success comes from aligning strategy, execution, and leadership to drive real results.
Patrick believes that great investments start with great people. His approach is simple: find businesses that make sense, run by managers who know what they’re doing, and let time and compounding do the rest. He has no interest in chasing the next hot thing—he’d rather own a great company at a fair price than a fair company at a great price.
Landon Marshall is a healthcare technology leader specializing in go-to-market strategy and sales enablement.
As Managing Partner at Sumter Equity, he partners with promising ventures, helping them build scalable sales operations and sustainable growth engines.
Landon's expertise in designing and implementing sales methodologies has helped numerous healthcare technology companies bridge the gap between innovative solutions and successful market adoption.
His hands-on approach combines strategic sales infrastructure development with a deep understanding of healthcare delivery systems, enabling companies to accelerate growth while maintaining strong fundamentals.
At Sumter Equity, we represent high-net-worth individuals who understand that wealth is built on discipline, patience, and sound decision-making. Our investors aren’t looking for the next big thing—they’re looking for businesses with strong fundamentals, capable leadership, and a clear path to long-term success.
We align with those who know that great investments don’t require constant reinvention. A solid business model, run by people of integrity and competence, will outperform trend-chasers every time. Our partners value steady, compounding growth over speculation, and they appreciate the importance of backing operators who treat capital with care.
In short, we invest with people who understand that business is a marathon, not a sprint. If that sounds like you, then we’re speaking the same language.