Swaney Group

Onboarding AI Correctly With Zulfiya Forsythe

LeverUp™️: A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship | Zulfiya Forsythe | AI

  AI is certainly one of the hottest topics in the digital world right now, and it is not surprising that every business wants a piece of this action. However, onboarding AI carelessly and without a concrete plan could lead to more losses than wins. Paul Swaney sits down with Zulfiya Forsythe, CEO and Founder […]

Smarter, Leaner, Faster: The Rise Of AI-Driven Startups With Claudia Richoux

LeverUp™️ : A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship | Claudia Richoux | AI Startups

  AI-driven startups are reshaping what it means to build, scale, and lead in tech. Co-founder of Supplyco, Claudia Richoux, shares how she’s transforming industrial sales and marketing through AI, running an ultra-lean operation, and redefining startup leadership in a changing economy. From surviving the chaos of early ventures to learning how empathy fuels strong […]

Small Business Acquisition Made Easy With Janine Subgang

LeverUp™️: A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship | Janine Subgang | Small Business

  There has been a huge surge in interest in making small business acquisitions, especially in this exciting digital age. Janine Subgang, co-founder of Bizzed Ai, is helping aspiring entrepreneurs buy their desired businesses with less stress and hurdles along the way. Janine joins Paul Swaney in this conversation about how they empower a new […]

Inside The Private Equity Hiring Machine: The Playbook For Executive Hires With Jason Blonstein

LeverUp™️: A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship | Jason Blonstein | Executive Hires

  Understanding the nuances behind effective executive hires is crucial for any organization. Join Paul Swaney as he sits down with Jason Blonstein of Ex-Consultants Agency. Jason shares his unique journey from West Point graduate and military service to the world of executive recruitment. Discover the importance of stakeholder alignment, the challenges of transitioning executives […]

Intellectual Rebellion: From Academia To Entrepreneurship – James Lindsay’s Journey

LeverUp™️: A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship - Paul Swaney | James Lindsay | Intellectual Rebellion

  In today’s fast-paced digital world where a plethora of information is easily available, tons of varying and clashing opinions on all sorts of topics are floating online. Author, mathematician, and political commentator Dr. James Lindsay has dedicated his career to leading an intellectual rebellion to address the most problematic trends in academic and cultural […]

Agile Entrepreneurship, Mindset Shifts, & Elon Musk

LeverUp™️: A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship - Paul Swaney | Stepfanie Tyler | Agile Entrepreneurship

  Driven by curiosity and a commitment to authenticity, Stepfanie Tyler embodies the spirit of agile entrepreneurship vital in today’s world of tech. In this episode, she joins Paul Swaney to explore her dynamic career path in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing. She shares the importance of authenticity in online content creation, the impact […]

Finding Success In Private Equity With Ryan Heckman

LeverUp™️: A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship - Paul Swaney | Ryan Heckman | Private Equity

  Paul Swaney sits down with Ryan Heckman, who shares how he found his way and built success in the world of private equity. He talks about the valuable lessons about leadership and culture that he has gathered along the way, which contributed a lot to him becoming Co-Founder, Managing Partner, and CEO of Rallyday […]

Mastering Business Restructuring With Lars Vaule

LeverUp™️ : A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship | Lars Vaule | Business Restructuring

  Business restructuring often starts with stabilizing chaos and rallying people behind a shared vision. Paul Swaney sits down with turnaround expert Lars Vaule to explore the art of fixing struggling companies and building a thriving culture. From demoralized teams to cash flow dilemmas, Lars shares actionable insights and inspiring stories about leading through tough […]

Entrepreneurial Insights With Taylor Kenerson

LeverUp™️ : A podcast on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship - Paul Swaney | Taylor Kenerson | Entrepreneurial Insights

  Entrepreneurship thrives at the intersection of passion, purpose, and perseverance. In this engaging conversation, Paul Swaney dives deep into the entrepreneurial insights of Taylor Kenerson, an athlete-turned-business innovator redefining success on her own terms. From lessons learned on the softball field to building startups that embrace creativity and AI, Taylor shares how values like […]

Apex Dental Laboratory Group

Description

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Waco, Texas, Apex operates a national network of 16 dental laboratories across 12 states and employs approximately 400 team members. Apex is rooted in exceptional customer service and innovation, with a 100% US-manufactured end-to-end offering that includes crowns, bridges, full arches, dentures, veneers, aligners, surgical guides, implants, and products for complex dental restorations.

Through a differentiated portfolio of proprietary brands — including Kinder Krowns (the first 3D-printed pediatric crown), Snap-On Smile, and SurgicalGuides.com — Apex serves customers across cosmetic, pediatric, and surgical dental categories with an emphasis on cutting-edge technology and strong customer loyalty.

Our Partnership

In December 2025, Swaney Group Capital partnered with LongueVue Capital and management to acquire a controlling stake in Apex. SGC leads the operational transformation of the platform, actively deploying SGOS to drive throughput improvements, standardize operations across all 16 laboratory locations, and build the digital infrastructure required for continued national expansion.