Rural American Fund, L.P.

Rural American Fund is a private equity firm established in 2007 and located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm specializes in partnership investments in growing, lower middle-market companies, primarily within the agriculture and agriculture-related sectors. Rural American Fund collaborates with company owners and management teams to enhance operational performance and support growth initiatives. The firm's leadership comprises three Principals with over 50 years of combined experience in private equity, corporate development, and middle-market mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, a team of four advisory members, all of whom are successful entrepreneurs, contributes operational expertise to the firm.

Thomas Karlson

Co-Founder, Partner and Principal

Mia Koch

Co-Founder and Partner

Nolan Spencer

Operating Partner

1 past transactions

Aquatrols Corporation of America

Private Equity Round in 2015
Aquatrols Corporation of America specializes in the discovery, development, production, and commercialization of soil surfactants and related technologies that enhance soil-water-plant interactions across various industries, including agriculture, turf management, and horticulture. Founded in 1955 and based in Paulsboro, New Jersey, the company offers a range of products such as soil and water quality management solutions, specialty products, and equipment tailored for golf courses, sports fields, and landscaping projects. Additionally, Aquatrols supplies its surfactants and specialty products to agricultural producers, greenhouse managers, and nursery operators, as well as providing media surfactants for mix manufacturers and additives for snowmaking. With a strong presence in the American, Canadian, and international markets, Aquatrols aims to promote sustainable water use and resource conservation while delivering agronomic, economic, and environmental benefits to its customers.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.