ABOUT THE FIRM
Built on conviction,
Driven by outcomes.
Founders Investment Group is a privately held investment firm focused on acquiring, building, and growing valuable businesses. We combine long-term capital with hands-on operational experience to create meaningful value for our partners.
PERMANENT CAPITAL
Flexible investment horizons without the constraints of traditional funds.
SELECTIVE PARTNERSHIPS
A concentrated portfolio built on conviction, alignment, and active involvement.
OPERATOR-LED INVESTING
Decades of experience building, scaling, and successfully exiting businesses.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our principles shape every investment and partnership.
We believe successful investments are built on more than capital. Our approach combines disciplined decision-making, operational expertise, and strong relationships to create lasting value.
OUR STORY
Built by operators. Driven by opportunity.
Founders Investment Group was established on the belief that successful investing requires more than capital. Having built, scaled, and successfully exited businesses ourselves, we understand the challenges entrepreneurs face and the opportunities that come with building great companies.
Our approach combines investment discipline with real-world operational experience. We partner with founders and management teams to strengthen operations, accelerate growth, and unlock the full potential of their businesses.
We believe in being selective, staying actively involved, and building partnerships based on trust and shared objectives. Our focus is simple: acquire quality businesses, create meaningful value, and deliver strong outcomes for everyone involved.
THE TEAM
Experienced operators. Proven business builders.
Our team brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders with firsthand experience building, scaling, and successfully exiting companies. We understand what it takes to grow a business because we’ve done it ourselves. That experience shapes our investment decisions, strengthens our partnerships, and drives the value we create across our portfolio.
Robert Dihu
Director, Platform Strategy
Kyle Dunlap
Senior Operating Associate
Thadd Goettsch
Operating Partner, Portfolio Operations
Jamal Kaileh
Director, Operations and Development
Larry Neumann
Chief Financial Officer
Patrick Ortiz
Head of Corporate Development
Peter Rizkallah
Head of Integration
WORK WITH US
Great businesses deserve the right partner.
Whether you're considering selling your business, seeking capital to accelerate growth, or exploring a strategic partnership, we bring the experience, resources, and commitment to help you achieve your goals.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Clarity before commitment.
What types of businesses does FIG invest in?
What makes a business the right fit for FIG?
What does FIG bring beyond capital?
How long does the process take?
Can I sell my business or remain involved?
How do I start a conversation with FIG?