Fenway
Private equityWesterly · Growth · 4 people tracked
Also known as Fenway Partners, Llc
Investment thesis
Fenway Partners is a middle-market private equity investment firm focused on U.S.-based businesses that have strong market franchises and a track record of profitable operations but are underperforming relative to their potential. The firm partners with management teams, combining financial and human resources to unlock value and generate successful outcomes for both management and investors. It typically invests in or buys out companies generating revenue between $50 million and $500 million, deploying equity investments ranging from $15 million to $50 million per transaction.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 25, 2026.
Team · 4 people
from the firm's websiteInvestments · 9 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathCo-investorsAea InvestorsKohlberg Kravis RobertsLeonard Green
Owner of Riddell, the leading national brand of football helmets and related safety equipment.
National third-party logistics (3PL) transportation solutions provider.
Global luxury jeweler known for rare and elegant designs and precious stones.
Regional manufacturer and distributor of mid-priced windows for production home builders.
Pioneer and leader in B2B just-in-time delivery services.
Market leader in frozen food storage with modern, port-centric facilities.
Leading mattress company and one of the top three bedding brands in the country.
Regional producer and distributor of laminated film for window applications.
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 2
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fenway Partners Capital Fund IIILPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, New York City Police Pension Fund, Employees' Retirement System of Rhode Island +1 more | 2006 | — | 7.0% | 1.49x | 1.49x |
| Fenway Partners Capital Fund IILPs: Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, Employees' Retirement System of Rhode Island | 1998 | — | 4.2% | 1.16x | 1.16x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Fenway made?
- Fenway has 9 tracked investments.
- What stage does Fenway invest at?
- Fenway invests at the Growth stage.
- What is Fenway's typical check size?
- Fenway typically writes checks of $15M – $50M.
- What sectors does Fenway focus on?
- Fenway focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Fenway located?
- Fenway is headquartered in Westerly, US.
- Does Fenway lead rounds?
- Yes, Fenway leads investment rounds.
- Who does Fenway co-invest with?
- Fenway most often shares deals with Aea Investors, Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, Leonard Green, among 3 tracked co-investors.
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