Helmet Capital is a Finnish private equity firm, owned by its partners, which invests largely in small- and medium-sized (SME) Finnish companies. Helmet invests directly into selected companies by investing the funds of private individuals, family businesses and institutional investors that belong to their investment network. Helmet has operated in the private equity business since 1998. Helmet’s primary added value is to offer its strategic expertise as well as to help execute company acquisitions and various financial arrangements. By participating on the board and in various committees, Helmet can ensure the best possible value growth for its portfolio companies.