RLJ Equity Partners is a middle-market private equity firm focused on generating long-term capital appreciation by investing in profitable and growing businesses led by strong management teams. Founded in 2006 by Robert L. Johnson and The Carlyle Group, RLJ invests in traditional buy-outs, recapitalizations, and growth capital infusions.

Investment Management

RLJ Equity Partners

Rufus H. Rivers

Tanira Boone

Paulos A. Muruts

Ernita F. Thomas

T. Otey Smith

Nigel M. Howard

The team at RLJ Equity Partners has experience in a variety of industries, from Board Member of Thomas & Betts to Managing Director and Co-Founder at Carlyle Mezzanine Partners, LP. They also have a wide range of educational backgrounds, from Senior Vice President/Principal at TCW/Crescent Mezzanine to Group Credit/Investment Officer at Heller Financial. This gives them the unique perspective and ability to invest in a variety of companies across many industries.

Leadership Team

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