Golden Gate Capital

Golden Gate Capital is a private equity investment firm that specializes in buyouts and growth capital investments.

CCI Score

35.31

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

Golden Gate Capital Corporate Responsibility Initiative

Golden Gate Capital has showcased a strong commitment to social responsibility through its philanthropic efforts and community investment programs. The company actively engages in partnerships that support underrepresented groups in the alternative investments space, including long-standing collaborations with organizations such as Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO). Their donation matching program and additional nonprofit support affirm their dedication to contributing positively to community development and inclusivity, which is a key counterforce to authoritarian and oppressive economic structures.

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DISSENTER

Golden Gate Capital is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

OCT

01

2023

Golden Gate Capital Corporate Responsibility Initiative
68.52

Golden Gate Capital has showcased a strong commitment to social responsibility through its philanthropic efforts and community investment programs. The company actively engages in partnerships that support underrepresented groups in the alternative investments space, including long-standing collaborations with organizations such as Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO). Their donation matching program and additional nonprofit support affirm their dedication to contributing positively to community development and inclusivity, which is a key counterforce to authoritarian and oppressive economic structures.
+80

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 26

Golden Gate Capital's focus on community investment and support for underrepresented groups reflects a strong commitment to ethical business practices. Their philanthropic initiatives, including donation matching and strategic partnerships with nonprofits, promote social inclusion and counteract the divisive effects of authoritarian practices. This proactive community engagement aligns with anti-fascist values by strengthening civil society and supporting marginalized communities.

Golden Gate Capital - Responsibility
OCT

01

2023

Philanthropic Community Engagement
59.95

Golden Gate Capital outlines its commitment to social responsibility through donation matching programs and partnerships with organizations like Sponsors for Educational Opportunity, supporting underrepresented groups in the alternative investments space.
+70

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 26

The company's responsibility page emphasizes strong community support and ethical business practices. Their donation matching program and long-standing partnership with Sponsors for Educational Opportunity demonstrate a commitment to uplifting underrepresented backgrounds, aligning with principles that counter authoritarian and fascist tendencies.

Golden Gate Capital - Responsibility
OCT

01

2023

Golden Gate Capital - Community Responsibility Initiatives
72.41

Golden Gate Capital has demonstrated a strong commitment to community engagement and social responsibility. Through partnerships with organizations such as Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) and their Golden Gate Capital Gives Back program, the firm actively supports under-represented backgrounds and local nonprofit initiatives, reflecting values that resist authoritarian and exclusionary practices.
+80

Public and Political Behavior

March 26

Golden Gate Capital’s public commitment to promoting diversity and community engagement, as highlighted on its Responsibility page, demonstrates strong public and political behavior. By partnering with organizations like Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) and promoting initiatives that support underrepresented groups, the firm enhances its social impact, aligning with anti-authoritarian values and pushing back against exclusionary practices.

Golden Gate Capital - Responsibility
+90

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

March 26

The firm’s ethical business practices are evident in its proactive approach to diversity, workplace engagement, and community investment. By fostering partnerships with organizations that focus on uplifting marginalized communities and providing philanthropic support, Golden Gate Capital sets an example of ethical responsibility that counters the divisive, authoritarian tendencies seen in other corporate contexts.

Golden Gate Capital - Responsibility
MAY

12

2022

Forced Labor Allegations at Bob Evans Restaurants under Golden Gate Capital Ownership
-59.63

A lawsuit filed on May 12, 2022, accuses Bob Evans Restaurants—acquired by Golden Gate Capital in 2017—of violating labor laws by underpaying servers to the extent of constituting forced labor. The allegations detail systematic exploitation through retroactive wage cuts and punitive demotions, raising serious concerns about labor rights and ethical business practices under the firm's stewardship.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 26

The lawsuit highlights severe labor rights violations at Bob Evans Restaurants, with allegations of forced labor practices such as sub-minimum wage payments, retroactive wage adjustments, and punitive demotions. As Golden Gate Capital controls these operations, the firm is implicated in failing to ensure ethical labor practices, which is a critical concern from an anti-fascist and pro-worker rights perspective.

'Forced labor': Bob Evans restaurants cheated sub-minimum wage servers, lawsuit says