In 2004, Lucent Polymers partnered with a private equity group, River Associates Investments, LLC., based in Chattanooga, TN. They have a proven track record for partnering with companies and growing those business since their inception in 1990.

Their Philosophy is “Investments with Management”. They are looking for companies with a management team that desires continued operational control as well as equity participation. The management team must also display a passion for business and a high level of integrity.

Their investment focus is on quality, lower-middle market companies. They look for niche manufacturing, industrial service, value added distribution and non-faddish retail type businesses. They look for industries where growth is possible through acquisitions and/or market expansion. They avoid segments with offshore threats or rapidly changing technology.

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