BATON ROUGE, LA, April 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Riley Group Holdings, Inc. (“RGH”), a privately held investment firm, today announced its official launch with a long-term strategy to acquire, operate, and grow essential service businesses across Louisiana and the broader Gulf South region.
Founded by DeMarcus Riley, RGH is structured as a permanent capital holding company focused on disciplined acquisitions, operational excellence, and generational value creation. The firm targets businesses in fragmented, recession-resilient industries, including facility services, infrastructure maintenance, and route-based service operations.
“Riley Group Holdings was built to acquire great businesses and hold them indefinitely,” said DeMarcus Riley, Founder and President of RGH. “We are long-term partners to owners who care about their legacy, employees, and long-term success.”
RGH differentiates itself through a value-driven approach:
- Long-Term Ownership: No predetermined exit timelines
- Operator Mindset: Focus on operational improvements and cash flow discipline
- Founder-Friendly Transitions: Preserving legacy, employees, and culture
- Disciplined Capital Allocation: Structured reinvestment and prudent distributions
The firm’s geographic focus includes Louisiana, Texas Gulf Coast, Mississippi Gulf Coast, and Arkansas, with a commitment to building a durable portfolio of cash-flowing businesses that provide essential services to their communities.
Riley Group Holdings is actively seeking acquisition opportunities with the following characteristics:
- $500,000 to $2,000,000 in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE)
- Established customer base with recurring or repeat revenue
- Strong local reputation and defensible market position
- Opportunities for operational enhancement and growth
In addition to acquisitions, RGH is forming relationships with investors, lenders, and advisors who share its long-term investment philosophy.
About Riley Group Holdings, Inc.
Riley Group Holdings, Inc. is a Baton Rouge-based private holding company focused on acquiring and operating small to mid-sized businesses in essential service industries. The firm is committed to long-term ownership, disciplined capital allocation, and building generational wealth through business ownership.
Media Contact:
DeMarcus Riley
Founder & President
Riley Group Holdings, Inc.
Email: press@rileygroupholdings.com
Website: rileygroupholdings.com
Investor Inquiries:
investors@rileygroupholdings.com
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