RFE Investment Partners

RFE Investment Partners is a private equity firm specializing in control investments in established small market companies across the United States. With over 40 years of experience, RFE focuses on transforming lower middle market companies into professionalized, market-leading entities. The firm typically invests between $10 million and $40 million in companies with annual revenues ranging from $20 million to $75 million. RFE's investment strategy emphasizes partnering with strong management teams to drive growth and value creation.

The firm's investment approach centers on acquiring companies poised for growth, particularly in fragmented markets with consolidation opportunities. RFE seeks businesses with market leadership and defensible positions, primarily in the business services, niche manufacturing, and healthcare services sectors. The firm employs a unique fund structure that uses minimal outside debt, providing flexibility to management and ensuring a swift and certain closing process for owners.

RFE's track record includes over 85 platform buyouts and more than 150 add-on acquisitions since its inception. The firm has been recognized for its founder-friendly approach, being named to Inc.'s 2023 list of Founder-Friendly Investors. RFE continues to invest actively, currently deploying capital from Fund IX, which has a total of $365 million. The firm's commitment to building value and fostering long-term partnerships underscores its dedication to supporting the growth and success of its portfolio companies.