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 Beverages

Bonnie & Don Flavours

Private Equity Round in 2020
Essences Bonnie & Don Flavours ULC creates and manufactures natural flavours, extracts, essential oils, and emulsion systems. The company's formulated flavours are utilized in dairy, beverage, sweet goods, confectionery, savory, oral, and pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. The company also engages in flavour research, creation, application, production, quality control, administration, and distribution. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Mississauga, Canada.

Bonnie & Don Flavours

Funding Round in 2020
Essences Bonnie & Don Flavours ULC creates and manufactures natural flavours, extracts, essential oils, and emulsion systems. The company's formulated flavours are utilized in dairy, beverage, sweet goods, confectionery, savory, oral, and pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. The company also engages in flavour research, creation, application, production, quality control, administration, and distribution. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Mississauga, Canada.

Bonnie & Don Flavours

Acquisition in 2020
Essences Bonnie & Don Flavours ULC creates and manufactures natural flavours, extracts, essential oils, and emulsion systems. The company's formulated flavours are utilized in dairy, beverage, sweet goods, confectionery, savory, oral, and pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. The company also engages in flavour research, creation, application, production, quality control, administration, and distribution. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Mississauga, Canada.

National Flavors

Acquisition in 2020
National Flavors, Inc. is a developer and supplier of flavoring materials tailored for the food and beverage industry. Established in 1941 and headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the company specializes in producing a diverse range of products, including flavors and emulsions for baking, ice cream, confectionery, and other food applications. Its extensive product lineup features butter and cream flavors, concentrated purees, oil-based flavors, and various syrups, as well as natural and artificial extracts. National Flavors also offers specialty items such as gelato flavors, icing bases, and smoothie flavors, catering to a wide array of culinary needs. The company's commitment to innovation positions it as a key player in the flavor processing sector.

FlavorSum

Private Equity Round in 2020
FlavorSum is a developer and supplier of flavor solutions catering to a diverse array of food and beverage applications. Originally known as National Flavors, GSB Flavor Creators, and Bonnie & Don Flavours, the company supports growing food and beverage businesses in North America by facilitating quick and cost-effective market entry. FlavorSum Access, its digital platform, allows clients to easily order samples, access technical documentation, review recent and historical orders, and manage formulation details. The company focuses on providing high-quality flavor solutions, including seasonings that are sourced from natural and organic materials, thereby helping clients create appealing products that foster consumer loyalty. Additionally, FlavorSum offers valuable market insights and consumer intelligence to further assist its clients in driving their business forward.

La Galvanina

Acquisition in 2019
La Galvanina S.p.A. is a family-owned Italian company established in 1901, based in Rimini, Italy. The company specializes in the production and sale of premium private label and branded mineral water, along with traditional and organic soft drinks. Its product range includes Tea Freddo, cola, and fruit beverages, which are offered in various packaging formats, including glass bottles, PET bottles, and cans. La Galvanina markets its products to retailers, department stores, and wholesalers both in Italy and internationally, maintaining a strong presence in the beverage industry.

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.

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.

Nustef Foods

Acquisition in 2017
NuStef Foods Limited, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in the manufacturing and sale of Italian-inspired pizzelle waffle cookies and artisan crackers, marketed under the Reko brand. The company serves a diverse customer base across North America and offers its products through various channels, including online sales and retail outlets in Canada, the United States, Taiwan, New Zealand, and Mexico. In addition to its primary product line, NuStef Foods also sells sport vests for men online. In January 2017, the company was acquired by the Riverside Company, further positioning it for growth and expansion in the food industry.

SIGG

Acquisition in 2016
SIGG Switzerland AG is a manufacturer of aluminum bottles based in Frauenfeld, Switzerland, with a rich history dating back to 1908. The company specializes in producing reusable aluminum bottles designed for both hot and cold fluids, catering to a diverse clientele that includes adults and children. In addition to its core product line, SIGG offers various accessories and spare parts such as sports tops, screw tops, bottle adapters, and cleaning products. The company markets its products through a network of distributors in Switzerland and internationally, also providing options for corporate gifts. In 2015, SIGG became a subsidiary of Zhejiang Haers Vacuum Containers Co., Ltd., further expanding its reach in the drinking equipment solutions sector.

Uinta Brewing

Acquisition in 2014
Uinta Brewing Company embarked upon its mission of brewing world class, full-flavored, craft-brewed beer in the winter of 1993. From a small, renovated mechanic's garage located in Salt Lake City, Uinta began distributing a tasty variety of beer ranging from 4.0% to over 10% alcohol by volume to local bars, restaurants, and liquor stores. Demand escalated, resulting in the installation of a bottling line in 1996. Then, in 2001, having outgrown its original building, Uinta built and relocated to a 26,000-square-foot facility, pictured above, specifically designed for brewing beer.

Mec3

Acquisition in 2014
MEC3 is a global manufacturer of ingredients for artisanal gelato. MEC3 exports high-quality ingredients for the artisanal gelato and pastry industries to more than 140 countries around the world.

Retail Zoo

Acquisition in 2010
Retail Zoo Pty Ltd, established in 2000 and based in Chadstone, Australia, operates and franchises a network of quick-service food brands. Its flagship brand, Boost Juice Bars, specializes in juices and smoothies, while the company also includes Salsa’s Fresh Mex Grill and Cibo Espresso among its offerings. Retail Zoo provides a variety of products including hot drinks, soups, low-fat smoothies, fruit smoothies, juices, and salad wraps, allowing customers to personalize their choices. The company aims to significantly expand its business in the coming years by leveraging strong systems and services to support its franchise partners, positioning itself as a significant player in the food retail sector.

Maverick Enterprises

Acquisition in 2004
Maverick Enterprises, Inc. specializes in manufacturing capsules and alternative closures for the wine, distilled spirits, and specialty food and beverage industries. Founded in 1992 and based in Ukiah, California, the company produces a range of products, including PVC capsules, champagne capsules, alternative PVC capsules, stock capsules, and full body sleeves. Maverick Enterprises serves a diverse clientele across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and extends its reach to South America and Australia. Its products are available for purchase through an online store. As of early 2018, Maverick Enterprises operates as a subsidiary of Sparflex SA.

London's Farm Dairy

Acquisition in 1992
London's Farm Dairy processes milk, orange juice and cultured products in a Port Huron facility, and produces ice cream at a Burton, MI plant.
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