Industrial experience with a Southern California focus.
Nicole Miles
Nicole Miles, Founder & CEO, brings a decade of experience across industrial strategy, product development, and value creation. Her background includes industrials private equity, operating leadership at a truck manufacturer, and advising Fortune 1000 manufacturing businesses on growth and operations.
Her experience spans automotive, durable goods, testing equipment, food manufacturing, and more. She understands the realities of running a plant and has gained a deep respect for the people who make it all work. That perspective informs how Breakwater evaluates businesses and invests in frontline teams to deliver dependable service and consistent quality for customers.
Nicole lives in Los Angeles, California.
Supported by leading investors that share our long-term commitment.
Breakwater is backed by a team of investors and advisors who share our commitment to long-term ownership and bring deep experience operating and growing businesses.
Letter to Owners
Why we started Breakwater and how we think about the responsibility of owning your business.
Read the Letter to Owners