Issue 2 2019

Acquisition International - Issue 2 2019 43 Rcapital is a privately-owned investment business that provides both growth and turnaround funding to UK companies. Recently, we caught up with Phil Emmerson, COO who kindly provided us with a detailed insight into the inner workings of the firm and the award-winning services they offer to their clients. stablished in 2004, Rcapital uses its own capital to invest in and grow mid-market businesses in a range of sectors. Since its inception, Rcapital has worked with over 70 businesses, some with financial and operational challenges and others experiencing rapid growth. Phil begins by informing us of the areas the company specialises within as well as the types of businesses the team works closely alongside to deliver exceptional results. “The Rcapital team has a proven track record of transforming small and medium sized firms by providing them with a robust financial platform, forming strong partnerships with management and driving operational best practice. Rcapital typically focuses on SME businesses with turnover of between £5m and £200m, investing up to £20m.” By working alongside management teams, Rcapital focusses on driving performance and delivering results. Going into further detail about Rcapital’s success, Phil explains to us the key qualities which enables the firm to provide an exceptional service to their clients. “Overall, we pride ourselves on being more than just a turnaround investor, seeing potential in complex situations – we also assess opportunities and invest within 24 hours. Rcapital brings our best people with the right expertise to work with management teams to help them to drive performance, deliver results and share in success.” It is no secret that behind every successful company is a dedicated team of individuals who work collectively to achieve the firm’s goal. When discussing the internal culture at Rcapital, Phil is keen to highlight how the vital role the team play in the overall success of the firm. “Ultimately, our people are what sets us apart. We are approachable and empathetic but never patronising. Our diverse team of experienced and talented people have the strategic know-how, turnaround expertise and operational capability to deliver positive change and long-term growth to businesses.” Looking ahead to what the future holds, Phil signs off by envisioning what the future holds for the firm, especially following their recent success in Acquisition Intl.’s 2018 Global Excellence Awards, where they were righteously awarded the accolade London’s Most Outstanding for Independent Private Investment and Commercial Business Growth 2018. “There have been many new and exciting opportunities 2018, Rcapital made a record number of transactions in its recent history Driving Performance and Delivering Results E - and we hope to continue that level of activity into next year. Moving forward, we are continuously looking for opportunities to work with great businesses and teams for potential growth, across all sectors.” Dec18239 Company: Rcapital Address: 5th Floor, 24 Old Bond Street, Mayfair, London W1S 4AW Telephone: +44 (0)207 499 7820 Website: www.rcapital.co.uk “Rcapital brings our best people with the right expertise to work with management teams to help them to drive performance, deliver results and share in success.”