East 88 Capital is a private equity firm that takes a highly engaged approach to business building
We partner with founders and owners of enduring companies in the business and residential services sectors. Our collaborative, hands-on approach provides the resources to accelerate growth, scale efficiently, and unlock opportunities for employees and customers—positioning businesses for long-term success.
Our goals for your business
- Growth – Expand revenue streams and unlock new market opportunities
- Employee development – Invest in people, culture, and long-term career growth
- Business longevity – Safeguard the business you’ve built and ensure it thrives for generations
Target areas of investment
Commercial and
facility services
Value-added
distribution
Asset-light B2B
services
Residential
services
About the founder
Phil Druce is the founder and Managing Partner of East 88 Capital (“East 88”). After starting his career in investment banking, Phil has spent over 20 years in private equity investing in both the lower middle market and the middle market. He’s passionate about taking the knowledge of how bigger companies have scaled and supporting founder-owned businesses to accelerate growth.