Riverside Company

The Riverside Company, established in 1988, is a global private equity firm headquartered in New York. It specializes in investing in growth-stage companies, typically with enterprise values up to US$400 million, across various sectors such as business services, consumer brands, education, healthcare, software, and manufacturing. Riverside prefers to partner with sellers who wish to remain involved in the business, working collaboratively to drive growth. Since its inception, the firm has invested in over 480 transactions and currently has an international portfolio of more than 80 companies.

Alexander Abramovitz

Senior Associate

Ali Al Alaf

Managing Director and Head of Origination, Europe

Shawn Alt

Principal

Thomas Ansay

Analyst

John Auer

Managing Director

Ian Balmaseda

Senior Associate

Marcos Lladó Bertrand

Partner, Spain and Portugal

Raj Bhatt

Associate

Steve Burns

Partner

Antonio Alvares Cabral

Founding Partner, Riverside Europe

Ervin Cash

Operating Partner

Eric Cheung

Analyst

Jessica Choromanski

Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis / ESG

George Cole

Managing Partner

Cameron Dare

Senior Operating Partner

Michael Eblin

Senior Operating Partner

Douglas England

Managing Director, Finance

Simon Feiglin

Managing Partner

Drew Flanigan

Partner

Andrew Fohrer

Partner

Damien Gaudin

Partner

Max Goldberg

Vice President

Jeffrey Goodman

Senior Operating Partner

Timothy Gosline

Partner

Hal Greenberg

Founding Partner

Daniel Grinnan

Principal

Doug Guess

Finance Director

Daniel Haynes

Partner

Pam Hendrickson

Vice Chairman

Jeremy Holland

Managing Partner, Origination

Tillmann Immisch

Principal

James Kiggen

President

Jonathan Kinney

Managing Director and Chief Strategy Officer

John Kish

Senior Operating Partner

Stewart Kohl

Co-CEO

Szabolcs Korai

Senior Associate, Strategic Analysis and Sourcing

Suzanne Kriscunas

Founding Partner, Capital Appreciation

Elena Laird

Vice President

Robert Landis

Founding Partner

Joe Lee

Senior Partner

Russell Leupold

Managing Director, Business Technology Office

Paul Malec

Managing Director, Capital Markets

Joseph Manning

Senior Partner

Grant Marcks

Partner, Origination

John McKernan

Partner

Ed McManus

Senior Operating Partner

Michael Michienzi

Senior Operating Partner

Garrett Monda

Partner

David Myers

Assistant Vice President

Simon Ng

Analyst

Sean Ozbolt

Managing Partner

Keith Paige

Operating Partner

Dan Parksjö

Principal

Aakash Patel

Principal

Harrison Petts

Principal

Alan Peyrat

Senior Partner

Meranee Phing Naaman

Senior Partner

Mark Pigott

Finance Director

Brian Potts

Operating Partner

David Powell

Operating Partner

Elizabeth Prendergast

Director, ES&G

Felix Raasch

Senior Associate

Zachery Ray

Partner

David Reiss

Senior Managing Director, Finance

Stephen Rice

Principal

Peggy Roberts

Managing Partner

Anastasia Rokisky

Business Systems Analyst

Philip Rowland

Operating Partner

Ron Sansom

Managing Partner and Global Executive Operating Partner

Loren Schlachet

Managing Partner

Béla Schwartz

CFO

Robert Sciaraffo

Managing Director, Technology

Thomas Seddon

Principal, Origination

Surejdip Sembiring

Private Equity Associate

Christopher Shea

Vice President

Caroline Shettle

Principal

Michael Skelton

RCAF Group CFO

Steven Spiteri

Operating Partner

Bernd Starrock

Operating Partner

Andrew Strauss

Partner / Managing Partner / Portfolio Partner

Cheryl Strom

Partner

Steven Stubitz

Operating Partner

Aron Szabo

Associate

Bela Szigethy

Co-CEO

Jens Talbert

Associate

Jon Temple

Operating Partner

James Toth

Managing Partner

Jim Toth

Managing Partner

Justina Wang

Senior Associate

Michael Weber

Senior Partner

Kevin Xu

Principal

Sander Herden Ph.D

Senior Operating Partner

Bradley Roberts

Co-Chief Investment Officer

Past deals in GovTech

Cloudpermit

Acquisition in 2024
Cloudpermit is a software-as-a-service company headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in e-permitting solutions for local governments. With over a decade of experience, Cloudpermit provides a user-friendly platform designed to streamline the permitting and licensing process for government agencies, development communities, and citizens. The company offers electronic archiving and an online service for applying and processing building permits, facilitating improved communication and efficiency among all stakeholders. By expediting information flow, Cloudpermit aims to save time and resources for users and authorities alike, enhancing the overall land management experience.

GFOS

Private Equity Round in 2024
GFOS is a global technology company specializing in workforce management and security software. It offers solutions for access control, smart manufacturing, and cloud-based services, catering to diverse industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and insurance. GFOS's portfolio includes data collection, machine data acquisition, equipment management, and AI-driven analytics, helping businesses optimize planning, streamline workflows, and enhance employee satisfaction, particularly in the face of labor shortages and digital workplace advancements.

CIS Secure Computing

Private Equity Round in 2021
CIS Secure Computing, Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing secure computing and communication solutions tailored for government and commercial sectors. Established in 1992 and headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia, the company provides a diverse array of products, including secure telephones, encrypted tactical communication systems, network storage devices, laptops, desktop PCs, and specialized equipment for secure networks. Its offerings also encompass modifications of Commercial-off-the-Shelf (COTS) equipment to meet stringent government requirements. The primary clientele consists of organizations within the defense, intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security sectors, all of which rely on secure and efficient communication to fulfill their critical missions in challenging environments.

Navigate360

Venture Round in 2019
Navigate360 specializes in delivering comprehensive software solutions focused on safety, prevention, and recovery for educational environments. The company employs rapid innovation and extensive expertise to address threats, emergencies, and other dangerous situations. Its services encompass threat detection, prevention, safety analysis, visitor management, and mental health awareness, aiming to create safer and more resilient communities.

Praetorian Digital

Acquisition in 2019
Praetorian Digital is a business-to-business digital media company that specializes in providing resources and solutions for first responders, public safety officials, and local government entities across the United States. Founded in 1999 and based in San Francisco, with additional offices in Texas and Florida, the company operates a network of 30 websites, including PoliceOne.com and FireRescue1.com, which collectively reach approximately 10 million unique visitors monthly. Praetorian Digital produces a variety of sponsored content, including webinars, podcasts, and virtual trade shows, while also offering consulting services, advertising opportunities, and custom projects tailored to the public safety sector. The company's mission is to deliver critical information and training resources that help first responders enhance their effectiveness and protect their communities. With a significant membership base of over 1.1 million public safety professionals, Praetorian Digital plays a pivotal role in advancing the adoption of digital technologies within the public safety community.

Connexient

Debt Financing in 2018
Connexient Inc. specializes in developing MediNav, a mobile indoor navigation software tailored for the healthcare sector. Established in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Tampa, Florida, Connexient provides a comprehensive suite of services, including cloud-based map editing, location-aware content management, indoor positioning, and location-based analytics, all compliant with HIPAA regulations. The company's solutions are designed for large and complex facilities, enabling clients to maintain control over indoor mapping and integrate these maps into enterprise applications. While Connexient has made significant inroads in the healthcare market, it is also exploring opportunities in government and education sectors. The MediNav platform enhances patient experience and serves as a strategic navigation layer for various enterprise applications, yielding value in areas like asset tracking, facility management, and safety. As of early 2020, Connexient operates as a subsidiary of Everbridge, Inc.

Information Technologies

Acquisition in 2017
Information Technologies is a comprehensive provider of software solutions and services specifically designed for the Public Safety sector. The company specializes in developing and delivering a complete suite of software tailored for law enforcement agencies, which includes features such as NIBRS reporting capabilities. Its offerings encompass a range of modules, including computer-aided dispatch, records management, jail management, and court administration. By focusing exclusively on the needs of the public safety community, Information Technologies aims to enhance operational efficiency and support the critical functions of law enforcement.

Omnigo Software

Acquisition in 2016
Omnigo Software, LLC specializes in public safety, incident reporting, and security management solutions tailored for various sectors, including law enforcement, education, and healthcare. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, the company provides user-friendly applications designed to deliver actionable insights, facilitating informed decision-making while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Omnigo's product offerings include SHELDON, an industrial-grade thermal scanner and visitor intelligence platform; CleanTraq, a sanitization compliance software; a visitor management system; and a comprehensive law enforcement suite. The company also offers solutions aimed at enhancing safety in educational institutions and casinos. Omnigo's software is utilized across approximately 20 countries, reflecting its global reach in promoting safety and security management.

SAFEBuilt

Acquisition in 2014
SAFEbuilt, Inc. is a contract provider of community development solutions based in Loveland, Colorado, and was founded in 1992. The company partners with over 200 communities across the United States to deliver efficient privatized services, including building department functions, community and transportation planning, zoning, and community improvement services such as code enforcement and rental housing programs. SAFEbuilt offers a customizable range of services to local governments and public agencies, focusing on enhancing service quality, reducing costs, and improving community satisfaction. With a dedicated team of experts, the company utilizes innovative technology and best practices to address the unique needs of each community, ensuring effective and responsive support in both short- and long-term engagements.

Lexipol

Acquisition in 2014
Lexipol, LLC is a provider of web-based policy management and training solutions specifically designed for public safety organizations in the United States. Based in Aliso Viejo, California, the company has been operational for over 20 years, serving more than 2 million public safety and government professionals across over 10,000 agencies and municipalities. Lexipol offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes essential policy content, daily training bulletins, wellness support, and a SaaS-based platform for policy management. It caters to various public safety sectors, including fire services, police departments, sheriff's offices, and state agencies. By delivering predictive insights and resources, Lexipol aims to enhance the effectiveness, readiness, and well-being of first responders while fostering transparency and accountability within communities.

OnSolve

Acquisition in 2011
OnSolve, LLC is a provider of Software-as-a-Service critical event management and emergency notification solutions, founded in 1996 and based in Ormond Beach, Florida. The company, formerly known as Emergency Communications Network, LLC, offers a range of services including CodeRED, which enables clients to send alerts through various channels such as phone calls, text messages, emails, and social media. OnSolve's solutions are tailored for diverse sectors including government, healthcare, utilities, education, and finance, focusing on community and employee notifications, severe weather alerts, and regulatory compliance. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, OnSolve enhances the efficiency of critical communications, ensuring that the right information reaches the right people promptly, thereby improving the ability to manage crises and protect infrastructure.
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