The Benelux and DACH regions have seen a surge in sporting retail deals over the past 2–3 years, driven by post-pandemic shifts in fitness and outdoor activity. Private equity firms and global strategics are actively acquiring or restructuring brands across … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Austria, Belgium, Business, Financial, Germany, Investment, Luxembourg, Netherlands, News, Retail, Sports, Switzerland, Technology
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Rise Point Capital acquired Dutch running retailer Run2Day, marking a new ownership and leadership phase. Robbert Cornelissen was appointed CEO and co-shareholder, succeeding founder Ewout Braggaar. Run2Day operates 16 stores nationwide and maintains a strong community presence through events like … Read the full press release
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(IN BRIEF) Rise Point Capital has acquired Dutch running retailer Run2Day, marking a new chapter for the nearly 30-year-old brand. The company, which operates 16 stores across the Netherlands through a mix of owned and franchised locations, will now be … Read the full press release
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(IN BRIEF) Rise Point Capital is an Amsterdam-based private equity firm founded in 2025 by Sergio van Luijk and Ramon Keijsers. The firm’s strategy centers on partnering with Independent Sponsors (ISPs) across Europe and North America to uncover overlooked investment … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Netherlands, Small Business, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged co-investments, Corporate Development, Entrepreneurship, family office investments, Holland Corporate Finance, Independent Sponsors, ISPs, M&A, Oaklins Netherlands, private equity, private equity firm, Ramon Keijsers, Rise Point Capital, Sergio van Luijk
(IN BRIEF) Sebastiaan Bergen Henegouwen, co-founder of Modern Media Hub, discusses the successful execution of a management buy-out transaction with the help of Cap Expand Partners. The Belgian firm, known for providing cross-border financing solutions, played a crucial role in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Sergio van Luijk, Managing Partner at Cap Expand, announced that his company was proud to assist Modern Media Hub in raising capital to accelerate growth. Cap Expand is a renowned industry leader in providing tailored M&A and financing … Read the full press release
Welcome to the dawn of a new digital success story! Financial advisor Cap Expand Partner have shifted digital agency MMH into high gear through access to capital that will help them achieve their strategic objectives in record time. (IN BRIEF) … Read the full press release
Cap Expand Partners assist international business leaders in acquiring companies in Europe (PRESS RELEASE) RIEMST, Belgium, 27-Jul-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — Financial consulting company Cap Expand Partners are pleased to announce a fresh new approach to business acquisitions, financing, and exit strategies. … Read the full press release
Posted in Belgium, Business, Financial, Investment, Luxembourg, Netherlands, News, Small Business
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