Our Team

  • Jim Baich

    BOD and GP Partner

    Jim is the founder and owner of MAD Capital, a holding company of private commercial real estate and mid-market operating companies. Prior to MAD, Jim was COO at both Advanced Drainage Systems and IGS Energy, both billion-dollar companies. He was also the former Chairman of the Board of Tri-W Group (formerly W.W. Williams) and advisor to Team Fishel and US Bank.

  • Brent Miller

    BOD and GP Partner

    Brent is the founder of Slate Run Investments, a holding company of private operating businesses and real estate. Prior to Slate Run, he was a principal at Lifestyle Communities, overseeing +$2 billion in real estate. Prior to Lifestyle, Brent was a partner at Bricker & Eckler LLP. He serves on the Boards of Tri-W Group (formerly W.W. Williams), Nationwide Energy Partners and Armada Power LLC.

  • John Crotty

    BOD and GP Partner

    John is the founder and owner of Crotty Capital, a holding company of private mid-market operating companies. Prior to Crotty Capital, John a CPA (currently non-active), started his career at Ernst & Young followed by director level positions at both Fifth Third Capital Markets and Huntington Capital Corp. He is currently on the board of several privately held companies.

  • Ryan Kelly

    BOD and GP Partner

    Ryan has over 20 years of experience leading manufacturing operations with +$1B revenue and 2,500 employees worldwide. He served as COO at both Metal Technologies and Rea Magnet Wire, where he improved global operations, developed high performing teams and drove operational excellence. He has successfully integrated multiple acquisitions throughout his career.

  • Paige McCarthy

    Vice President

    Paige joined Trailhead Capital after years of diverse financial experience including roles in corporate finance, venture capital and private equity. She handles new acquisition opportunities and provides financial and operational support to our portfolio. Prior to Trailhead, she was a Senior Analyst at Tri-W Group focusing on operating company acquisitions. Paige started her career at L Brands.