About Us
Building Value Through Strategic Partnerships
SCG Global is a private equity firm headquartered in Wexford, Pennsylvania (near Pittsburgh), specializing in value-add investments in lower middle market businesses across the United States. Founded in 2006 by CEO Mat Simmons following successful business exits, we began as Simm Capital with a focused strategy in affordable housing. Building on that strong foundation, we have since expanded into a broader national platform under the SCG name to reflect our evolved scope and increased capabilities. This expansion includes new offices in Miami and New York City, along with management of over $418 million in AUM across a diverse range of portfolio companies. With a proven track record of delivering resilient, superior returns through disciplined acquisitions, hands-on operational improvements, and purpose-driven growth strategies, we partner with institutions and accredited investors to generate strong cash flows, build long-term enterprise value, and create meaningful economic impact while capitalizing on key opportunities in the lower middle market.
Empowering Leadership for Exceptional Outcomes:
We believe true success stems from confident, capable leaders—both in our firm and across our portfolio companies. We are committed to equipping them with the tools, capital, and guidance needed to drive outstanding performance and lasting value.
People-First Partnerships:
Business investment is, above all, an investment in people. We cultivate authentic, enduring relationships with the companies we back and our co-investors by upholding transparency and deep respect—creating supportive environments where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully.
The SCG Culture:
We are operationally oriented investors who actively collaborate with exceptional management teams to drive meaningful improvements. Our flat structure and unified single-office environment foster seamless teamwork, cross-pollination of ideas, and greater collective impact.
Our Origin Story
SCG, formerly known as SIMM Capital, traces its origins to 2006 when CEO and Founder Mat Simmons, after successfully exiting multiple businesses in manufacturing and other sectors—including ventures that generated 7-, 8-, and 9-figure outcomes and held multiple patents—transitioned into real estate investing. Starting from humble beginnings with single-family affordable housing (including hands-on experience in Section 8 properties), Mat weathered the 2008 financial crisis and subsequent market cycles, building a personal portfolio exceeding 300 residential units by 2014 while gaining deep insights into resilient, cash-flowing assets amid regulatory shifts like Dodd-Frank that opened doors for broader investor access.
This foundation led to the launch of TSG Partners Inc. in 2011 as a full-time venture into multifamily acquisitions, evolving into SIMM Capital to scale institutional-grade funds—with the first fully subscribed by 2015—and ultimately under the SIMMONS & Co. umbrella for vertical integration across management, development, and ancillary services. Driven by a vision to democratize real estate returns, create generational wealth for investors without the complexities of direct ownership, and address America’s affordable housing shortage through value-add strategies in underserved markets, the firm grew nationwide across 9+ states, managing over $418 million in AUM across 4,000+ units and 27+ projects. As part of our ongoing nationwide expansion—including new offices in Miami and New York City—we are rebranding to SCG to reflect our matured national private equity platform, blending Mat’s 20+ years of cross-industry expertise, cycle-tested navigation, and forward-thinking contrarian approach to deliver exceptional returns and meaningful community impact across the United States.
Our Values
What Our Team Believes In
