RCP Advisors
Overview
RCP Advisors is a private equity investment firm founded in 2001, focusing on providing access to North American small buyout fund managers through primary funds, secondary funds, and co-investment funds. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and operates with a team of 56 full-time professionals. As of June 30, 2025, RCP Advisors has committed over $18.6 billion in capital, making it one of the largest fund sponsors in the small buyout sector. The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying and partnering with lower middle-market companies across various industries, including technology, healthcare, consumer products, and industrial sectors. RCP Advisors employs a rigorous, data-driven approach to assess and select fund managers, aiming to deliver consistent and compelling returns for its investors. The firm offers multiple access points to small buyout investments, including primary funds, secondary funds, co-investments, and customized solutions. RCP Advisors has a diverse global investor base, comprising over 2,700 limited partners from 38 countries across six continents. This extensive network includes family offices, insurance companies, high-net-worth individuals, public pension plans, endowments, and foundations. The firm's commitment to supporting small company buyout managers and fostering meaningful partnerships has been recognized by industry peers, earning accolades such as inclusion in Pensions & Investments' Best Places to Work in Money Management and Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.
Investment Focus
- Targeted industries: Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Products, Industrial, Business Services, Energy, Financial Services, Media, Telecommunications, Retail, Real Estate, Education, Transportation, Logistics, Leisure and Hospitality
- Geographical focus: United States, Canada
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does RCP Advisors invest in?
RCP Advisors invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in Chicago, Illinois, United States. RCP Advisors is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does RCP Advisors invest at?
RCP Advisors backs companies at Buyout, writing cheques of 50M - 500M.
Which regions does RCP Advisors invest in?
RCP Advisors invests across United States and Canada.
Who are the partners at RCP Advisors?
Team members listed for RCP Advisors include Andrew Nelson (Partner and CFO) and Denise Hammond (Director).
What companies has RCP Advisors invested in?
RCP Advisors's portfolio includes TeleCom Networks, ABC Technologies, XYZ Healthcare, Media Enterprises, Retail Ventures, Hospitality Group, Energy Innovations and Transport Logistics.
How do I contact RCP Advisors?
RCP Advisors's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
