# Riverside Company

Investor in New York, New York

## About Riverside Company

The Riverside Company is a global investment firm focused on being one of the leading private equity and flexible capital options for business owners and portfolio company employees at the smaller end of the middle market by seeking to fuel transformative growth and create lasting value.

Since its founding in 1988, Riverside has made more than 1,100 investments. The firm's international private equity and flexible capital portfolios include more than 140 companies.

Private Equity

Riverside focuses exclusively on private equity investments at the smaller end of the middle market The firm targets “little leading” companies and applies a consistent investment approach refined over decades and more than 1,100 investments.

Riverside acts as a partner rather than an operator The firm works closely with management teams while striving to remain supportive rather than directive throughout the investment period.

Flexible Capital

The Riverside Company provides flexible capital solutions that allow business owners and entrepreneurs to access equity while retaining control of their businesses Riverside’s flexible capital strategies are designed to support growth, provide liquidity, and create optionality — without requiring a full sale of the company. This approach is especially relevant for companies that want to:

▪ Fund organic growth initiatives ▪ Execute add‑on acquisitions ▪ Optimize capital structure ▪ Provide shareholder liquidity

Riverside works collaboratively with management teams to tailor investment structures based on company needs and long‑term goals.

## People

- **Allison Cole**, Managing Director

## Key Facts

- **Location:** New York, New York
- **Investor Type:** Private Equity
- **Founded:** 1988

## Investment Industries

- Business Services/Legal
- Manufacturing
- Technology/Web/App
- Other

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