Partnering with owners of lower-middle-market businesses through their next phase of growth
River Ridge Capital is a Richmond, Virginia-based investment firm focused on partnering with owners of established lower-middle-market businesses. We invest in B2B services companies where owners are seeking liquidity, growth capital, or a thoughtful transition partner while preserving the culture and legacy they have built.
Investment Criteria
Size
Typically $1–5 million of EBITDA
Profitable, established businesses
Recurring or highly repeatable revenue preferred
Ownership Dynamics
Majority or meaningful minority investments
Founder- and family-owned businesses
Owners seeking liquidity, growth capital, or a thoughtful transition
Preference for management continuity
Flexible transaction structures
Sectors of Interest
Testing, inspection & certification
Specialty technical services
Environmental & infrastructure services
Industrial / field services
Other recurring B2B services
Why River Ridge
Extensive M&A Experience
More than 10 years advising founder-owned and private equity-backed businesses on mergers and acquisitions
Relevant Industry Perspective
Deep experience across technical, industrial, infrastructure and specialized service sectors
Flexible Capital Approach
Ability to pursue majority, minority, and structured investments based on the needs of the owner and the business
Owner-Oriented Partnership
Focused on helping owners achieve liquidity while supporting the business through its next stage of growth
About River Ridge
River Ridge Capital is a Richmond, Virginia-based investment firm focused on partnering with owners of established lower-middle-market businesses.We invest in B2B services companies where owners are seeking liquidity, growth capital, or a thoughtful transition partner. Our approach is flexible by design, with the ability to pursue majority, minority, and structured investments based on the needs of the owner and the business.River Ridge was founded by Sean Bielawski following more than 10 years in investment banking, where he advised founder-owned and private equity-backed businesses on mergers and acquisitions. He brings deep experience across technical, industrial, infrastructure, and specialized service sectors.