December 3rd, 2025
CHARLOTTE, NC, December 3, 2025 — Capitala Group is proud to announce that it has been named one of the Charlotte Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for 2025, a recognition that honors companies with exceptional workplace cultures.
The annual program evaluates organizations on team engagement, workplace satisfaction, leadership, communication, and overall culture. Being selected for the list reflects Capitala’s ongoing commitment to creating an environment where team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow.
“We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition,” said Joe Alala, III, Founder & CEO of Capitala Group. “What makes this award especially meaningful is that it comes directly from our employees. Their dedication, integrity, and passion for serving the small business community truly define who we are.”
Capitala Group continues to invest in initiatives that strengthen employee development, enhance collaboration, and support work-life balance. The recognition highlights the firm’s dedication to building a workplace rooted in trust, accountability, and shared purpose.
“Our team is the driving force behind everything we do,” added Steve Arnall, President & COO of Capitala Group. “This award reinforces our belief that when you put people first, great outcomes follow.”
The Charlotte Business Journal honored this year’s award recipients at its annual Best Places to Work event, celebrating companies across the region that excel in creating positive and engaging workplaces.
About Capitala Group
Capitala Group is a leading private markets investment firm that has been investing private credit and private equity capital into lower middle-market businesses throughout North America for over twenty-five years. Since our inception in 1998, Capitala has invested and managed over $3.2 billion*, utilizing our flexible capital mandate to deliver creative financing solutions. We aim to partner with strong management teams to create value and support growth through strategic partnerships, operational expertise, and a shared vision for success.
Capitala's ecosystem includes 79 banks on its platform since inception and benefits from a senior leadership team with a combined 195 years of experience. To date, we have invested 35 of the 50 states, further demonstrating our broad reach and commitment to supporting businesses nationwide. For more information, visit www.CapitalaGroup.com
Disclosure:
Capitala’s recognition is based on Charlotte Business Journal’s evaluations and criteria, which may be subjective. Companies were selected based on confidential employee surveys that measure success in team dynamics, trust in leadership, communication, and more. Participation required a fee paid by Capitala solely for survey processing purposes. More details are available at Best Places to Work Criteria.
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