Rhode Island FC Investments

Overview

Rhode Island FC Investments is a private investment firm led by Brett M. Johnson, focusing on professional sports and related real estate developments. The firm is the primary investor and owner of Rhode Island FC, a professional men's soccer team based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The team competes in the USL Championship, the second division of American soccer, and plays its home matches at Centreville Bank Stadium, a 10,500-seat facility that opened in May 2025. The stadium is part of the Tidewater Landing development, a $400 million project that includes residential, commercial, and entertainment spaces. The firm also invests in other professional sports teams, including Phoenix Rising FC and Ipswich Town FC, and has a diverse portfolio in real estate, private equity, and venture capital. The firm's investment strategy focuses on growth-stage companies and projects with significant potential for value creation, particularly in sectors such as sports, real estate, technology, healthcare, and financial services. The firm seeks to partner with experienced management teams and leverage its operational expertise to drive success. Rhode Island FC Investments has a track record of successful investments, including the development of Centreville Bank Stadium and the growth of its portfolio companies. The firm's investment philosophy emphasizes long-term value creation, community engagement, and sustainable development. The firm is committed to making strategic investments that align with its mission and contribute to the growth and success of its portfolio companies and the communities they serve.

Investment Focus

• Experienced management teams
• Significant potential for value creation
• Alignment with firm's mission
• Community engagement
• Sustainable development

Portfolio Companies