Rise Point Capital: Co-investing with Independent Sponsors to Unlock International Investment Opportunities

(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 opportunities. By combining the local expertise of ISPs with its own value-creation capabilities, the firm targets niche, asset-light companies with stable cash flows and EBITDA between EUR 1M and 5M. Their focus sectors include Technology, Business Services, Logistics, and Light Manufacturing, with an emphasis on buy-and-build strategies, international expansion, and business model transitions.

Rise Point Capital was founded by Sergio van Luijk and Ramon Keijsers — former colleagues at Holland Corporate Finance (now Oaklins Netherlands) — blending expertise in M&A, private equity, family office investments, corporate development, and entrepreneurship.

“Through managing our family office, I gained firsthand experience co-investing with ISPs and developed a deep understanding of their potential,” says Sergio van Luijk. “Over the years, we’ve built strong relationships with ISPs across Europe and North America, unlocking new investment opportunities.” Ramon Keijsers adds, “We are creating a win-win with our investment approach. In Europe, there are hardly any strategies tailored towards partnering with ISPs. At the same time, it is increasingly hard for investors to find compelling prospects. Rise Point Capital can do both.”

Rise Point Capital targets niche, asset-light businesses with EUR 1M–5M EBITDA, stable cash flows, and defensible market positions, focusing on buy-and-build opportunities, (international) expansion strategies, and business model transitions. Sector preferences include Technology, Business Services, Logistics, and Light Manufacturing.

For more information, please visit www.risepointcapital.com.

About Rise Point Capital

Founded in 2025, Rise Point Capital is an Amsterdam-based private equity firm with a distinct strategy built around co-investments with Independent Sponsors to unlock opportunities across Europe and North America. Rise Point Capital targets niche, asset-light businesses with EUR 1M–5M EBITDA, stable cash flows, and defensible market positions.

Contact Information

Sergio van Luijk
svl@risepointcapital.com
www.risepointcapital.com

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FAQs

Q: What is Rise Point Capital’s investment strategy?
A: Rise Point Capital focuses on co-investments with Independent Sponsors (ISPs) to identify and capitalize on niche opportunities that traditional funds might overlook. Their strategy leverages local expertise and their own value-creation capabilities.

Q: Who founded Rise Point Capital?
A: The firm was founded by Sergio van Luijk and Ramon Keijsers, both of whom have extensive experience in M&A, private equity, and corporate development.

Q: What type of companies does Rise Point Capital target?
A: They target asset-light businesses with a stable cash flow and EBITDA between EUR 1M and 5M. The focus is on companies with defensible market positions that are ripe for buy-and-build strategies, international expansion, or business model transitions.

Q: In which regions does Rise Point Capital operate?
A: The firm actively seeks investment opportunities across Europe and North America through partnerships with regional ISPs.

Q: Which sectors does Rise Point Capital primarily focus on?
A: Their sector preferences include Technology, Business Services, Logistics, and Light Manufacturing.

Q: How do partnerships with Independent Sponsors (ISPs) benefit the firm?
A: By partnering with ISPs, Rise Point Capital combines local industry knowledge and insights with their strategic and value-creation expertise, enabling them to access high-quality opportunities that may not be visible to traditional funds.

Q: Where can I find more information about Rise Point Capital?
A: For additional details, you can visit their website at www.risepointcapital.com or contact Sergio van Luijk via email at svl@risepointcapital.com.

SOURCE: Rise Point Capital