Ridgemont Equity Partners: Expanding Team and Celebrating Best Places to Work Recognition

Ridgemont Equity Partners, a prominent middle market private equity firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is excited to announce a series of promotions and new hires. These additions demonstrate Ridgemont's commitment to fostering growth and excellence within its team. In addition, Ridgemont has been recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Private Equity" by Mergers & Acquisitions, further solidifying its reputation as a leading employer in the industry.

Promotions and New Hires

Ridgemont is proud to share the promotions of several team members who have demonstrated exemplary performance and dedication. Michael Mandl, Tom Polak, Sam Poole, Andrew Schultz, and Pete Thompson have all been promoted to new positions within the company. Mandl has been elevated to Principal, Polak, Poole, and Schultz to Vice President, and Thompson to Senior Associate. Additionally, John Chirokas has taken on the role of Chief Accounting Officer, reflecting his exceptional contributions to the team.

In addition to these promotions, Ridgemont has welcomed several new team members in 2023. Colin Galle has joined as a Principal in the Portfolio Operations team, while Mason Huss has been hired as a Vice President. Teddy Carnes, Connor DeMaine, Alex Garcia, and Ladd Harrison have taken on roles as investment Associates. Emily Cochran has been hired as a Manager in the Investor Relations team, Connor Koester as an Associate in Investor Relations, and Claire Dockrill as a Senior Accountant. Finally, Erica Walters and Britany Crosby have joined the Executive Administration team.

Recognition as a Top Workplace

Ridgemont has received prestigious recognition as one of the "Best Places to Work in Private Equity." This honor, awarded by Mergers & Acquisitions, celebrates private equity firms that excel in creating innovative and supportive workplace cultures. Nominees were evaluated based on criteria such as talent retention, work-life balance, training and career development, compensation and benefits, leadership assessment, and management of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Ridgemont is thrilled to be named a 2023 winner alongside other esteemed private equity firms.

Ridgemont's Commitment to Excellence

For over three decades, Ridgemont Equity Partners has played a pivotal role in providing buyout and growth capital to industry-leading companies in various sectors, including business and tech-enabled services, industrial growth, and healthcare. The firm's success can be attributed to its industry-focused model, which aims to build distinctive middle market companies.

The recognition as one of the "Best Places to Work in Private Equity" reinforces Ridgemont's commitment to cultivating a supportive and fulfilling work environment for its team members. By prioritizing talent development, work-life balance, and other key aspects of employee satisfaction, Ridgemont continues to attract top talent and maintain its position as a leader in the industry.

Conclusion

Ridgemont Equity Partners is thrilled to announce the promotions and new hires within its team, demonstrating the company's commitment to nurturing talent and driving growth. Additionally, being recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work in Private Equity" further highlights Ridgemont's dedication to creating an exceptional workplace culture. With its proven track record and industry-focused model, Ridgemont remains at the forefront of middle market private equity, helping to shape the future of the companies it partners with.