Joseph Trahan
Director/Board Member at Five Star Franchising LLC
Profile
Joseph joined Princeton in 2021 and focuses on sourcing and executing transactions.
He also provides operating support to our portfolio companies.
Prior to Princeton, Joseph was an Associate and Senior Associate at Trive Capital where he executed transactions in the industrial, aerospace & defense, and telecom sectors.
Prior to joining Trive, Joseph was an Associate at Elm Park Capital Management and an Associate and Analyst at J.P.
Morgan Chase.
Joseph’s current investments include Pirtek, Five Star Franchising (the parent company to Mosquito Shield, Bio-One, Bath Solutions, Gotcha Covered, ProNexis, 1-800-Packouts, and 1-800-Textiles) and Ellie Mental Health.
Joseph holds a B.B.A.
in Finance (Business Honors) from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.
Joseph Trahan active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Princeton Equity Group, LLC
 Princeton Equity Group, LLC Investment ManagersFinance Princeton Equity Group LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2006 by James A. Waskovich and Douglas L. Kennealey. The firm is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. | Private Equity Investor | 2021-05-31 |
Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd.
 Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd. is a leading supplier of premium fluid transfer solutions, including hydraulic hose and fittings. Pirtek is based in Australia and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Australian company has a reputable franchise network and has expanded internationally, making it the broadest footprint in the industry. | Director/Board Member | - |
Five Star Franchising LLC
 Five Star Franchising LLC Environmental ServicesIndustrial Services Five Star Franchising, Inc. provides business support services for painters and entrepreneurs. It is dedicated to developing franchise systems in the service industry. The firm provides services through its brands Five Star Holiday Decor and Five Star Bath Solutions. The company was founded by Chad R. Jones, Scott Abbott and Conrad Kolba in 2004 and is headquartered in Spanish Fork, UT. | Director/Board Member | - |
Ellie Mental Health PLLP
 Ellie Mental Health PLLP Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Ellie Mental Health PLLP is a clinician-owned mental health care company that aims to transform the culture of mental healthcare by providing creative solutions and reducing barriers in accessing mental health services. The company is based in Mendota Heights, MN, and provides mental health care in-person and online. The company offers individual and family therapy, couples counseling, psychiatric medication management, and community-based mental health services. The company has 20 corporate-owned clinics and has awarded over 250 franchise licenses across 26 states. Ellie Mental Health's mission is to make wellness accessible in every community. Founded in 2015 by Kyle Keller and Erin Pash, Ellie Mental Health is rapidly expanding across the nation through franchising. Erin Pash has been the CEO since 2015. | Director/Board Member | - |
Training of Joseph Trahan
| Texas A&M University | Undergraduate Degree |
| Kellogg School of Management | Masters Business Admin |
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Five Star Franchising LLC
Five Star Franchising LLC Environmental ServicesIndustrial Services Five Star Franchising, Inc. provides business support services for painters and entrepreneurs. It is dedicated to developing franchise systems in the service industry. The firm provides services through its brands Five Star Holiday Decor and Five Star Bath Solutions. The company was founded by Chad R. Jones, Scott Abbott and Conrad Kolba in 2004 and is headquartered in Spanish Fork, UT. | Industrial Services |
Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd.
Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd. is a leading supplier of premium fluid transfer solutions, including hydraulic hose and fittings. Pirtek is based in Australia and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Australian company has a reputable franchise network and has expanded internationally, making it the broadest footprint in the industry. | Distribution Services |
Princeton Equity Group, LLC
Princeton Equity Group, LLC Investment ManagersFinance Princeton Equity Group LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2006 by James A. Waskovich and Douglas L. Kennealey. The firm is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. | Finance |
Ellie Mental Health PLLP
Ellie Mental Health PLLP Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Ellie Mental Health PLLP is a clinician-owned mental health care company that aims to transform the culture of mental healthcare by providing creative solutions and reducing barriers in accessing mental health services. The company is based in Mendota Heights, MN, and provides mental health care in-person and online. The company offers individual and family therapy, couples counseling, psychiatric medication management, and community-based mental health services. The company has 20 corporate-owned clinics and has awarded over 250 franchise licenses across 26 states. Ellie Mental Health's mission is to make wellness accessible in every community. Founded in 2015 by Kyle Keller and Erin Pash, Ellie Mental Health is rapidly expanding across the nation through franchising. Erin Pash has been the CEO since 2015. | Health Services |
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