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Wisconsin River Partners
Wisconsin River Partners buys and grows manufacturing and industrial companies in Wisconsin, keeping jobs local. They are Wisconsinites with operating...
Wisconsin River Partners
Wisconsin River Partners buys and grows manufacturing and industrial companies in Wisconsin, keeping jobs local. They are Wisconsinites with operating experience who invest alongside investors, work with owners, and focus on lasting ownership and sustainable growth rather than flipping businesses. They give back 10% of profits to Wisconsin organizations and keep ownership rooted locally.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2018
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Wausau
Corporate office
Wausau, WI, United States
Principals
Jim Frings
Co-Founder & Partner
Kevin Kraft
Co-Founder & Partner
Ted Kemen
Director
Crystal Kirchner
CPA, Portfolio Company CFO
Joe DeLoye
Business Analyst
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What investment stages does Wisconsin River Partners target?
The firm's disclosed strategy is 'Buyout,' which means it acquires mature, cash-flowing companies rather than making minority growth investments or providing venture capital. The target is almost certainly control equity, with the firm taking an active governance role post-close. There is no public evidence of minority, mezzanine, or fund-of-funds investing.
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