The Stephens Group

The Stephens Group, LLC is a private, family-owned investment firm founded in 1933 and headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, with additional offices in Frankfurt, London, and New York. The firm specializes in private equity and venture capital, focusing on mid-venture investments, leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, growth capital, and mature investments across a diverse range of sectors. Its investment portfolio spans agriculture, energy, industrials, software, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, and technology, among others. The Stephens Group typically invests between $10 million and $125 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from $50 million to $400 million and seeks both minority and control positions in its investments. The firm aims to partner with management teams, often pursuing a board seat in its portfolio companies to foster long-term growth and success.

Aaron Clark

Senior Managing Director

Chad Greenway

Principal and Executive Vice President

Thomas Hedrick

Operating Partner

Grant Jones

Managing Director

Knox Kiernan

Associate

Ryan Morrow

Managing Director

Ryan Morrow

Managing Director

Bradley Ong

Associate

Anthony Porcelli

Senior Associate

Witt Stephens Jr.

CEO and Co-Chairman

Eric Summerhill

Principal - Public Markets

Blake Tilley

Vice President

Tyler Train

Associate

Jon Jacoby

Vice Chairman and Senior Managing Director

Past deals in Arkansas

Revolution

Venture Round in 2019
Revolution is a manufacturer based in Little Rock, Arkansas, specializing in closed-loop plastic bags and a range of other products for agricultural, consumer, and industrial markets. With over 25 years of experience, the company focuses on sustainable solutions by employing a unique circular approach to recycling and manufacturing. Revolution diverts more than 300 million pounds of plastic waste from landfills each year, processing this material into high-quality certified recycled resin. This resin is then utilized in the production of various sustainable products, including trash can liners, reusable carryout bags, and construction films. By incorporating post-consumer recycled materials, Revolution helps its clients reduce their carbon footprint while promoting environmental responsibility.

Westrock Coffee

Venture Round in 2017
Westrock Coffee Company, LLC is a comprehensive provider of coffee and tea solutions based in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Founded in 2009, the company specializes in coffee sourcing, roasting, and distribution, catering to a wide range of sectors, including retail, foodservice, convenience stores, and hospitality. Its product offerings include various coffee blends, teas, brewing equipment, and accessories. Westrock Coffee also engages in sustainable sourcing practices and provides supply chain management and product development services. The company serves clients globally and offers online sales, ensuring a broad market reach. Formerly known as Coffee Legends, LLC, Westrock Coffee has established itself as a key player in the coffee industry, focusing on quality and sustainability.

Vestcom

Venture Round in 2007
Vestcom International, Inc. is a provider of customized shelf-edge communication and marketing solutions aimed at enhancing the retail shopping experience. Based in Little Rock, Arkansas, the company offers a range of innovative tools, including Stackz for pre-cut promotional stacks, ISMAds for advertising campaigns, adSigns for in-store promotions, and shelfStrips for effective shelf marketing. Other notable offerings include snapTalker, which highlights promotional offers, pegAssist for custom category backgrounds, @shelf to transform smartphones into selling tools, and healthyAisles, which provides FDA-based nutritional advice. Vestcom serves supermarkets and drug stores across the United States, helping retailers maximize their shelf space, reduce operational costs, and improve sales and product margins. The company was incorporated in 1996 and maintains a strategic partnership with Eversight.

Stephens Media

Venture Round in 1993
Stephens Media is a multi-media company that focuses on providing localized news and information, catering to the needs of its customers with a commitment to quality and relevance. Originally established as Donrey Media Group in 1949 by Donald W. Reynolds, the company was acquired in 1993 by entities associated with Jackson T. Stephens, leading to a rebranding as Stephens Media in 2006. The company publishes 11 daily newspapers, 64 weekly publications, various magazines, specialty publications, and operates more than 100 websites across seven states. Additionally, Stephens Media owns the domain lasvegas.com, which is licensed to another entity, and holds a 50% interest in Hawaii.com and in Northwest Arkansas Newspapers, LLC, which publishes four daily newspapers in Arkansas. Through these diverse platforms, Stephens Media aims to deliver essential information to its audiences while maintaining its strong local roots.

Stephens Natural Resources

Venture Round in 1953
Founded on a legacy of energy exploration, Stephens Natural Resources specializes in producing and distributing natural gas across Arkansas and Oklahoma. The company strategically partners with top-tier operators to expand its production and reserves portfolio within the continental U.S. and offshore Gulf of Mexico, focusing on projects that offer acceptable returns for shareholders.

Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Corporation

Funding Round in 1945
Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Corporation is a natural gas utility that provides safe, affordable, and reliable energy solutions to approximately 60,000 customers. The company serves a diverse clientele, including residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, ensuring consistent access to natural gas. In addition to delivering natural gas services, Arkansas Oklahoma Gas also transports gas produced from local wells to the interstate pipeline system, enhancing the efficiency and reach of its operations. Through its commitment to quality service and infrastructure, the company plays a pivotal role in meeting the energy needs of the communities it serves.
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