At RAS Capital Partners, we weave innovation with tradition to empower businesses and build enduring legacies. Discover the pillars of our expertise and commitment

The Holding Company

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RAS Capital Partners (RASCP) is a New York–based private merchant banking and advisory firm founded in 2002. We provide long-term capital, strategic advice, and co-investments to family-owned and entrepreneurial businesses. Our mission: help clients overcome challenges, grow sustainably, and preserve their legacy.

Deep expertise in corporate finance and strategic growth

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Proven track record across industries and markets

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Extensive network of family offices, private investors, boards, and founders.

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Aligned interests, investing side-by-side with clients.

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Long-term value creation - over $600M in sales and $1.5B in leveraged buyouts influenced.

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Our Founder

A proven leader across three decades in alternatives, family enterprises, governance, and leadership.

Learn about R. Adam Smith.

About the Founder

Achievements at a Glance

We have backed numerous operating partners in management buyouts and private equity partnerships, significantly enhancing business operations and market positions.

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    Consumer Brand Investments

    Our partnership investments in numerous traditional and digital consumer brands have involvement commitments of over $250 million in equity, and almost a billion in total capital, fostering innovation, scale, and growth in this dynamic sector.

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    Private Equity Leadership

    We have, since 2002, led or co-led over a dozen direct private equity investments in collaboration with over 50 qualified institutional investment partners and members, showcasing our commitment to sophisticated, thoughtful, and professional investment strategies.

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    Alternative Investment and Wealth Management

    Our expertise includes leading and managing a buyout of a top-25 private asset management firm with over $7 billion in assets under management (2006-2015), leading the seeding of a successful hedge fund seeding platform (2010-present), and collaborations with one of the world's largest alternative investment companies (Quilvest, Hamilton Lane, HBK, Magnetar Capital).

Legacy Affiliates

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Family Office Private Advisors LLC: Tailored Advisory Excellence Established in 2014 and operating as a wholly-owned affiliate, Family Office Private Advisors LLC delivers specialized advisory services to well-established family offices and founder-led companies. Our expert team offers bespoke strategies that align with the distinct needs and aspirations of each client, ensuring their enduring success and legacy.

Big Sky Partners LLC: Empowering Entrepreneurial Spirits Also founded in 2014, Big Sky Partners LLC provides strategic and corporate development services tailored for entrepreneurs and their high-growth companies. Our focus is on empowering these businesses through critical growth phases, ensuring they achieve their full potential in an increasingly competitive landscape.