Riverside Company

The Riverside Company is a prominent global private equity firm established in 1988, headquartered in New York. It specializes in making control and non-control investments in growth-stage businesses valued at up to $400 million. With a diverse portfolio that includes over 80 companies, Riverside has completed more than 480 transactions across various sectors, including business services, consumer brands, education and training, franchising, healthcare, software, information technology, and specialty manufacturing. The firm operates internationally, with investment activities spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.

Alexander Abramovitz

Senior Associate

Ali Al Alaf

Managing Director and Head of Origination, Europe

Shawn Alt

Principal

Deborah Anakoro

Senior Administrative Business Partner III

Thomas Ansay

Analyst

John Auer

Managing Director

Ian Balmaseda

Senior Associate

Marcos Lladó Bertrand

Partner, Spain and Portugal

Raj Bhatt

Associate

Steve Burns

Partner

Antonio Cabral

Founding Partner, Riverside Europe

Ervin Cash

Operating Partner

Eric Cheung

Analyst

Jessica Choromanski

Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis / ESG

George Cole

Managing Partner

Jonathan Drillings

Partner

Michael Eblin

Senior Operating Partner

Douglas England

Managing Director, Finance

Jamie Escribano

Senior Associate

Simon Feiglin

Managing Partner, Riverside Australia Fund

Drew Flanigan

Partner

Andrew Fohrer

Partner

Damien Gaudin

Partner

Thomas Gillis

Partner

Max Goldberg

Vice President

Jeffrey Goodman

Senior Operating Partner

Timothy Gosline

Partner

Hal Greenberg

Founding Partner

Daniel Grinnan

Principal

Doug Guess

Finance Director

Jenny Guo

Vice President

Daniel Haynes

Partner

Thomas Hermsen

Associate

Thomas Herry

Associate, Research

Jeremy Holland

Managing Partner, Origination

Tillmann Immisch

Principal

Jonathan D. Kinney

Managing Director and Chief Strategy Officer

John Kish

Senior Operating Partner

Stewart Kohl

Co-CEO

Szabolcs Korai

Senior Associate, Strategic Analysis and Sourcing

Suzanne Kriscunas

Founding Partner, Capital Appreciation

Elena Laird

Vice President

Robert Landis

Founding Partner

Joe Lee

Partner

Russell Leupold

Managing Director, Business Technology Office

Paul Malec

Managing Director, Capital Markets

Joe Manning

Senior Partner

Grant Marcks

Partner, Origination

John McKernan

Partner

MaryAnne McLaren

Finance Director

Ed McManus

Senior Operating Partner

Edouard Merette Jr.

Director

Michael Michienzi

Senior Operating Partner

Garrett Monda

Partner

Brad Mundt

Operating Partner

David Myers

Private Equity Associate

Simon Ng

Analyst

Sean Ozbolt

Managing Partner

Keith L. Paige

Operating Partner

Luděk Palata

Vice President

Dan Parksjö

Principal

Harrison Petts

Principal

Alan Peyrat

Senior Partner

Mark Pigott

Finance Director

Brian Potts

Operating Partner

David Powell

Operating Partner

Elizabeth Prendergast

Director, ES&G

Zachery Ray

Partner

Samuel Reese

Operating Partner

David Reiss

Senior Managing Director, Finance

Stephen Rice

Principal

Peggy Roberts

Managing Partner

Anastasia Rokisky

Business Systems Analyst

Ron Sansom

Managing Partner and Global Executive Operating Partner

Peter Schaberger

Partner

Bela Schwartz

CFO

Robert Sciaraffo

Managing Director, Technology

Thomas Seddon

Principal, Origination

Surejdip Sembiring

Private Equity Associate

Isabel Sessions

Technology Investments, Analyst, RAC

Christopher Shea

Assistant Vice President

Caroline Shettle

Principal

Michael Skelton

RCAF Group CFO

Ash Sorrenti

Vice President

Nick Speer

Managing Partner

Steven Spiteri

Partner

Bernd Starrock

Operating Partner

Christian Stein

Partner

Andrew W. Strauss

Partner / Managing Partner / Portfolio Partner

Cheryl B. Strom

Partner

Steven Stubitz

Operating Partner

Aron Szabo

Associate

Béla Szigethy

Co-CEO

Kin Bee Tay

Executive Director

Jonathan Temple

Operating Partner

Bart Thielen

Finance Director

Jim Toth

Managing Partner

James Toth

Managing Partner

Paul Tran

Vice President

Peter Tzang

Principal

Christopher Valldejuli

Finance Analyst

Justina Wang

Senior Associate

Jack Wang

Director

Michael Weber

Senior Partner

Kevin Xu

Principal

Sander Herden Ph.D

Senior Operating Partner

Past deals in Texas

Apollo Interactive

Private Equity Round in 2022
Apollo Interactive, Inc. operates as a digital advertising agency. It offers Internet advertising, online marketing, Web designing and development, online media planning and buying, search engine marketing, Website analytics, programming, managed hosting, and email marketing services; and Extranets, Intranets, and e-business portal services. The company has strategic partnerships with Nielsen/NetRatings, double click, Omniture, BlueHornet, Trellian, and Rockspace Hosting. Apollo Interactive, Inc. was founded in 1995 and is based in Culver City, California with additional offices in Dallas, Texas; and Charlotte, North Carolina.
Radiant Plumbing & Air Conditioning is a home-service company offering premier home service to the greater Austin area.

UniFocus

Private Equity Round in 2021
UniFocus, based in Dallas, specializes in providing comprehensive operational solutions for the hospitality, casino, and resort industries both in the U.S. and internationally. The company offers a range of services, including operational analysis, management training, and financial and labor management applications. UniFocus also provides tools for measuring staff and guest satisfaction, along with a distinctive mystery evaluation system that links service standards to perceptions of guests and employees. This approach creates a robust database that enables clients to benchmark their performance against competitors. The company’s enhanced reporting capabilities offer executives a complete overview of operations, facilitating strategic decision-making and increasing asset value. UniFocus is recognized as a Preferred Vendor of The Leading Hotels of the World and maintains partnerships with various industry organizations, highlighting its commitment to excellence in hospitality management.

G&A Partners

Private Equity Round in 2020
G&A Partners, established in 1995 as a licensed professional employer organization, specializes in human resource outsourcing and administrative services for businesses. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including payroll administration, health insurance, employee benefits management, recruiting, workplace safety, and HR consulting. By providing these essential services, G&A Partners enables its clients to concentrate on their core business activities while ensuring compliance and efficiency in human resource management.

Wondr health

Private Equity Round in 2019
Wondr Health, formerly known as Naturally Slim Inc, provides a digital counseling program aimed at achieving lasting weight loss without the need for diets, calorie counting, or point systems. Founded in 2001 and based in Dallas, Texas, the company focuses on teaching participants practical skills to improve their eating habits by changing when and how they eat, rather than what they eat. The program not only addresses weight loss but also fosters the development of healthier lifestyle habits, including increased physical activity, improved sleep quality, reduced stress levels, and greater overall control of health. Wondr Health's services are delivered through user-friendly applications available on both iPhone and Android devices, and the program is widely adopted by employers and plan sponsors across the country to combat obesity-related health issues such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

Praetorian Digital

Acquisition in 2019
Praetorian Digital operates as a business-to-business digital media company focused on serving first responders, public safety professionals, and local government officials in the United States. Founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, with additional offices in Texas and Florida, the company provides a variety of sponsored content, including virtual trade shows, webinars, and podcasts. Praetorian Digital manages a network of over 30 websites, such as PoliceOne.com and FireRescue1.com, which collectively attract around 10 million unique visitors monthly. The company offers essential resources, including banner advertising, custom industry surveys, and online training, enabling safety and security professionals to access mission-critical information. With a strong emphasis on tailored online technologies, Praetorian Digital aims to enhance the effectiveness and safety of first responders, ultimately helping them protect their communities more efficiently. In 2019, Praetorian Digital was acquired by Lexipol, LLC.

Abracon

Acquisition in 2018
Abracon LLC. is a global manufacturer of frequency control, signal conditioning, clock distribution and magnetic components. Abracon offers a wide selection of Quartz Crystals, Crystal and MEMS Oscillators, Real Time Clocks, Antennas, Bluetooth Modules, Ceramic Resonators, SAW Filters and Resonators, Inductors, Transformers and Circuit Protection Components. The company is ISO9001-2008 certified with design & Application Engineering resources in California & Illinois; and Sales offices in Texas, California, China, Taiwan, Singapore, Scotland, and Germany. Abracon's products are offered through its Global Distribution Network. Abracon LLC. was established on August 5th, 1992 with the vision of becoming a top tier global manufacturer, with un-parallel Application Engineering & Sales support. In pursuit of this vision, Abracon obtained ISO9001-2008 quality certification, made select equity investments in both North American & off-shore manufacturing facilities and technology partners, established channel partnerships with up-coming technology companies and instituted a state-of-the art engineering laboratory at its California location.

Clarus Glassboards

Acquisition in 2018
Clarus Glassboards LLC specializes in the design, fabrication, manufacturing, and installation of high-quality glass dry erase boards and architectural systems. The company provides a diverse range of products, including glass boards for offices, conference rooms, and educational institutions, as well as mobile glass boards and glass health boards for use in hospitals. Additionally, Clarus offers architectural glass wall systems, furniture glass, and various accessories such as magnetic marker holders and trays. Serving both large and small clients, the company operates across multiple sectors, including corporate, healthcare, education, government, and hospitality, both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2009 and based in Fort Worth, Texas, Clarus Glassboards is committed to delivering innovative solutions for collaborative and functional spaces.

Parker Products

Acquisition in 2017
Parker Products, LLC, established in 1926 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, specializes in the development and manufacturing of custom specialty ingredients for the food and beverage industry. The company produces a diverse range of baked ingredient products, including toppings, inclusions, flavor bases, icings, and innovative items that enhance the taste, texture, and visual appeal of desserts, confectioneries, ice creams, and nutritional bars. Parker Products is recognized for its commitment to using clean-label, natural, and organic ingredients, which allows for the rapid delivery of unique offerings to well-known food and beverage companies. With a strong research and development team, Parker Products has cultivated a loyal customer base by providing creative solutions that help clients enhance their brand appeal through distinctive flavors and textures.

Parker Products

Private Equity Round in 2017
Parker Products, LLC, established in 1926 and headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, specializes in the development and manufacturing of custom specialty ingredients for the food and beverage industry. The company produces a diverse range of baked ingredient products, including toppings, inclusions, flavor bases, icings, and innovative items that enhance the taste, texture, and visual appeal of desserts, confectioneries, ice creams, and nutritional bars. Parker Products is recognized for its commitment to using clean-label, natural, and organic ingredients, which allows for the rapid delivery of unique offerings to well-known food and beverage companies. With a strong research and development team, Parker Products has cultivated a loyal customer base by providing creative solutions that help clients enhance their brand appeal through distinctive flavors and textures.

Lakeview Health

Private Equity Round in 2016
Lakeview Health Systems, LLC is a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center based in Jacksonville, Florida, founded in 2001. The facility provides gender-responsive addiction treatment, addressing the unique challenges faced by men and women. Lakeview Health offers a range of services, including inpatient rehabilitation, medically monitored detoxification, outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, and alumni support. The treatment programs focus on chronic pain recovery, dual diagnosis, and comprehensive psychiatric care, catering to individuals struggling with various substance use disorders, including alcohol, cocaine, heroin, and prescription drugs. With a multidisciplinary team skilled in both addiction and mental health care, Lakeview Health aims to support individuals through the complexities of recovery, promoting a holistic approach that addresses clinical, medical, and spiritual needs. The center is also equipped with amenities designed to enhance the detoxification and rehabilitation experience.

Lakeview Health

Acquisition in 2016
Lakeview Health Systems, LLC is a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center based in Jacksonville, Florida, founded in 2001. The facility provides gender-responsive addiction treatment, addressing the unique challenges faced by men and women. Lakeview Health offers a range of services, including inpatient rehabilitation, medically monitored detoxification, outpatient programs, partial hospitalization, and alumni support. The treatment programs focus on chronic pain recovery, dual diagnosis, and comprehensive psychiatric care, catering to individuals struggling with various substance use disorders, including alcohol, cocaine, heroin, and prescription drugs. With a multidisciplinary team skilled in both addiction and mental health care, Lakeview Health aims to support individuals through the complexities of recovery, promoting a holistic approach that addresses clinical, medical, and spiritual needs. The center is also equipped with amenities designed to enhance the detoxification and rehabilitation experience.

Kasasa

Private Equity Round in 2016
Kasasa (formerly BancVue) powers products and services such as Kasasa rewards checking, personal finance management, online account opening, and savings accounts, and online marketing for community banks and credit unions.

Kasasa

Acquisition in 2016
Kasasa (formerly BancVue) powers products and services such as Kasasa rewards checking, personal finance management, online account opening, and savings accounts, and online marketing for community banks and credit unions.

Pro-Vigil

Acquisition in 2015
Pro-Vigil, Inc. specializes in remote video surveillance and monitoring systems, offering a range of services designed for various sectors, including utility service centers, construction sites, auto dealerships, and oil and gas companies. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the company provides portable and mobile surveillance solutions through its Virtual Guard Stations, which are equipped with LED floodlights, police-style strobes, public address systems, masts, and various cameras. Pro-Vigil combines advanced technology with human monitoring to enhance security and operational performance for its clients, delivering valuable insights through its human analytics services. The company's focus on customer commitment positions it as a leading provider in the video-based solutions market.

Lexipol

Acquisition in 2014
Lexipol, LLC is a provider of web-based policy management and training solutions specifically designed for public safety organizations in the United States. The company offers state-specific policy manuals, regular updates, and daily scenario-based training linked to its policy content. Its services cater to various public safety sectors, including police and fire departments, sheriff's offices, and state agencies. Additionally, Lexipol provides wellness support resources, timely news, and analysis to enhance operational efficiency and reduce litigation risk for its clients. Founded in 2003 and based in Aliso Viejo, California, Lexipol has established itself as a key resource for public safety agencies seeking to implement defensible policies and comprehensive training programs.

Neighborly

Acquisition in 2014
Neighborly Corporation is a holding company based in Waco, Texas, that operates a diverse network of service-based franchises across multiple countries. Founded in 1970, it began as a single brand and has since expanded to encompass 21 distinct franchise organizations, providing a wide range of residential and commercial services. These services include plumbing, cleaning, electrical repairs, HVAC maintenance, and landscaping, among others. Neighborly aims to support franchise owners with comprehensive resources and a strong commitment to its core values. The company has approximately 4,300 franchises and is actively involved in the franchise community, participating in associations such as the International Franchise Association. Neighborly also emphasizes its role in enhancing the quality of life for homeowners and businesses by delivering reliable maintenance and repair solutions.

Paradigm Tax Group

Acquisition in 2013
Paradigm Tax Group is a national consulting firm specializing in providing taxpayers of commercial, industrial, multi-residential, and special purpose properties with property assessment and tax management services. It was established in 2004. It is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with 30+ offices across the United States. The firm is comprised of a highly reputable and professional administrative and consulting team that has amassed a collective knowledge and experience base in the municipal assessment and taxation field. The credentials and expertise of our consulting team are recognized and respected across the United States by municipal corporations, assessment authorities, appeal tribunals, and related professional associations. The uncompromising mandate of Paradigm Tax Group is to ensure that each and every client experiences the lowest possible tax exposure. The firm maintains strict confidentiality with respect to all proprietary property information, and ensure that you are represented in the highest professional image.

Intertek Alchemy

Acquisition in 2013
Intertek Alchemy, based in Austin, Texas, specializes in workforce performance solutions with a strong focus on food and workplace safety training. Founded in 2003, the company provides a range of services designed to enhance productivity and minimize compliance risks across various industries, including food processing, manufacturing, and retail. Its offerings include Alchemy Manager, a web-based application for tracking training activities, and Alchemy Playbook, a mobile app that helps mitigate production losses during employee absences. Alchemy's interactive learning platform supports training, coaching, and operational performance initiatives, fostering a robust food safety culture and reducing workplace injuries. As a subsidiary of Intertek Group plc, Alchemy continues to lead in developing solutions that promote safer and more sustainable work environments globally.

H-D Advanced Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2012
H-D Advanced Manufacturing Company is an investment holding company based in Houston, Texas, established in 2012. Through its subsidiaries, the company specializes in the manufacture of heavy-duty, precision-engineered industrial components, including mission-critical gears and gearboxes. Its products are designed to meet the demands of the energy, sustainability, and automobile industries, featuring proprietary designs that ensure durability and reliability in harsh operating environments.

Brandmuscle

Acquisition in 2012
Brandmuscle Inc. is a provider of web-based local marketing software and services, catering to brands and their affiliates in the United States and internationally. The company offers a range of solutions, including BrandBuilder for managing local marketing campaigns, DesignTracker for graphics management, LocationBuilder to enhance the local digital presence of multi-location brands, and DisplayTracker for creating customized point-of-sale materials. Additionally, Brandmuscle provides digital menus for tablets, local marketing execution services, and comprehensive program management, including co-op and trade promotion management and loyalty program fulfillment. Serving a diverse set of industries such as automotive, financial services, and retail, Brandmuscle is headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Cleveland, Austin, and Los Angeles. Founded in 2000, the company employs over 650 professionals and has been recognized for its rapid growth and excellence in local marketing automation.

TradeOne Marketing

Acquisition in 2012
TradeOne provides an integrated suite of web based tools and services for managing the full spectrum of channel marketing and incentive programs. A perfect union of technology and people empowering our clients with easy to use web based tools, peace of mind with strong financial controls, thought leadership and innovation, quality audit work, robust reporting and “concierge” class customer service.

Camelot Education

Acquisition in 2011
Camelot Education is an educational organization that provides specialized services for K-12 students, focusing on those with unique learning, emotional, and behavioral challenges. The company offers a range of programs, including special education, alternative education, and transitional services, all designed to support students in their academic and personal development. Emphasizing trauma-informed care, Camelot Education integrates positive behavioral interventions and supports, along with social-emotional learning, to create an inclusive and nurturing environment for its students. Through these targeted educational strategies, Camelot aims to facilitate the success of children facing various challenges, ensuring they receive the necessary support to thrive in their educational journeys.

DISA Global Solutions

Acquisition in 2011
DISA has been providing innovative workplace safety and compliance services for over 25 years. We are a global provider with a client-base of approximately 11,000 client companies around the world. Our services are specifically designed to promote workplace health and safety, while utilizing today's most advanced technologies. DISA is highly committed to quality and service excellence and is ISO 9001:2008 certified. We deliver a broad portfolio of value-added services. Our extensive knowledge and commitment to safety and compliance has positioned our company as a leading provider to safety-sensitive employers around the world. Our service portfolio includes drug and alcohol testing, background screening, occupational health screening, transportation compliance, and safety and substance abuse training.

FAIRPAY Solutions

Acquisition in 2009
FAIRPAY Solutions, Inc. specializes in medical claim bill review services tailored for the healthcare industry. The company primarily serves workers' compensation and auto/liability payers in the United States, aiming to identify fair and reasonable costs associated with healthcare services. Through its expertise, FAIRPAY Solutions enhances the accuracy and transparency of medical billing, ensuring that clients receive appropriate and justified charges for medical claims.

Neighborly

Acquisition in 2003
Neighborly Corporation is a holding company based in Waco, Texas, that operates a diverse network of service-based franchises across multiple countries. Founded in 1970, it began as a single brand and has since expanded to encompass 21 distinct franchise organizations, providing a wide range of residential and commercial services. These services include plumbing, cleaning, electrical repairs, HVAC maintenance, and landscaping, among others. Neighborly aims to support franchise owners with comprehensive resources and a strong commitment to its core values. The company has approximately 4,300 franchises and is actively involved in the franchise community, participating in associations such as the International Franchise Association. Neighborly also emphasizes its role in enhancing the quality of life for homeowners and businesses by delivering reliable maintenance and repair solutions.

Cardno ENTRIX

Acquisition in 2003
Cardno Entrix has supported international and national clients in various industries, successfully providing integrated services and delivering results that meet, or exceed, quality and ethical standards applied at the global level. Cardno Entrix focuses on integrating environmental and social objectives to design and build initiatives that are sustainable, with the ultimate goal of improving long-term value to clients, stakeholders, employees, the local and global community and the environment.

Harris CapRock Communications

Acquisition in 2002
Harris CapRock Communications, Inc. specializes in satellite and terrestrial communication solutions tailored for the energy, government, and maritime sectors, both domestically and internationally. The company provides a range of services including CommandAccess for two-way satellite communication, FieldAccess for broadband Internet and corporate networking, and SeaAccess Commercial for high-speed Internet solutions in maritime settings. Additionally, it offers SafePass Pro, a cybersecurity solution designed to protect oil and gas IT infrastructures from cyber threats. Harris CapRock also delivers professional and technical services, such as project support and system integration, alongside specialized communications equipment. The company operates multiple brands and relies on a network of international teleports and regional support centers to serve clients across various industries, including oil and gas, commercial shipping, and disaster recovery. Founded in 1981 and based in Houston, Texas, Harris CapRock has manufacturing facilities in the United Kingdom, Singapore, and the United States, and it functions as a subsidiary of SpeedCast International Limited.
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