Rhône Group
PE / VC
1996
$11 000 M
New York, New York, United States
Profile
Rhône Group is a private equity firm with a focus on middle-market businesses, primarily in the industrial and consumer sectors. Established in 1996 by Robert F. Agostinelli and M. Steven Langman, the firm operates out of offices on both sides of the Atlantic, providing a transatlantic approach to their investments. Rhône Group is known for partnering with founding families and completing carve-out acquisitions. With a seasoned team of investment professionals, they leverage their experience and international presence to create value in their portfolio companies.
Rhône Group focuses on the industrial and consumer sectors, investing in middle-market companies across North America and Europe. They specialize in carve-out acquisitions and strategic partnerships, raising approximately €10 billion in capital with a portfolio of over 45 companies to date. Their disciplined approach includes close work with the management teams and boards of their investments.
Notable investments by Rhône Group include partnerships with family businesses and strategic acquisitions in Fortune 500 companies. They have a strong emphasis on long-term relationships, ethical standards, and responsible investment practices, incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into their decision-making processes.
Industry
Rhône Group Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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Rhône Capital III
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Private Equity (PE)
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Chemicals
Consumer Products
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
Industrial
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Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
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$5-10 m
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$1000 M
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June 2006
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Rhône Capital I
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Private Equity (PE)
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Chemicals
Consumer Products
Consumer Services (B2C)
Food and Beverage
Foodtech
Industrial
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Series B
Late Stage (Series C+)
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North America
Europe
Middle East
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$5-10 m
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$350 M
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November 1997
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