# Sequoya Borgman

> Sequoya Borgman is the Milwaukee-based founder and CEO of Borgman Capital, established in October 2017. An accountant by training, he previously held leadership roles at RSM US LLP and KPMG LLP. His firm acquires established, closely held U.S. businesses and invests in real estate, using a deal-by-deal model supported by individual investors and family offices. His public interviews emphasize founder succession, leadership fit and long-term relationships.

- **Role:** Founder and CEO at Borgman Capital
- **Organizations:** Borgman Capital, RSM US LLP, KPMG LLP, Arthur Andersen
- **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, East Carolina University, Master’s degree in Accounting, East Carolina University
- **Known for:** Founded Borgman Capital after 18 years in public accounting., Built an independent sponsor firm reporting 22 acquisitions in its October 2026 interviews., Developed a network of individual investors and family offices; Pass the Hat reported 498 investors as of August 2026.

## Career timeline

- **Early career** — Began in public accounting at Arthur Andersen.
- **Before 2012** — Served as a practice leader and Managing Director at KPMG LLP.
- **2012-08 to 2017-10** — Partner and practice leader at RSM US LLP.
- **2017-10** — Founded Borgman Capital in Milwaukee.
- **2024** — Discussed the launch of Pass the Hat in an Asset Class interview.
- **2026-07** — Borgman Capital announced its 21st acquisition, CMW Equipment.
- **2026-08** — Professional Concrete Cutting & Drilling partnered with Borgman Capital.
- **2026-10** — Borgman Capital announced the sale of Continuus Technologies to Acuity Analytics.

## Achievements

- Founded Borgman Capital after 18 years in public accounting.
- Built an independent sponsor firm reporting 22 acquisitions in its October 2026 interviews.
- Developed a network of individual investors and family offices; Pass the Hat reported 498 investors as of August 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — October 13: appeared in a published conversation with Steve McGarry on The Exit about seller preparation and evaluating buyers.
- **2026-10** — October 8: Borgman Capital announced its sale of Continuus Technologies to Acuity Analytics; terms were undisclosed.
- **2026-10** — October 6: The LAB interview discussed 22 acquisitions and the firm’s independent sponsor model.
- **2026-08** — August 25: Professional Concrete Cutting & Drilling announced a partnership with Borgman Capital, with founder Craig Sims and existing leadership continuing to run the business.
- **2026-07** — July 15: announced investment in CMW Equipment, the firm’s 21st acquisition.

## Links

- Website: https://www.borgmancapital.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sequoya-borgman-8a6057a/

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Last updated: 2026-10-16