Roark Capital Group

Roark Capital Group is a private equity firm that invests in franchise and multi-unit businesses. Its own site says the aim is to become the preferred source of capital for private equity deals, working with entrepreneurs and executives who share a long-term view of growth. The portfolio it lists is made up largely of consumer-facing brands.

What Roark Capital Group offers

• Private equity investment — backs established brands alongside their management teams.
• Restaurant and food brands — holdings include sandwich, pretzel, ice cream and sports bar chains.
• Automotive services — includes collision repair networks, an automotive parts distributor and a training provider for repair shops.
• Health and wellness — includes a fitness franchise whose gyms open around the clock.

Who it works with

The firm names investors, management teams, lenders, advisors, service providers and local communities as the groups it deals with, and says it treats each with dignity and respect.

Key facts

• Market sectors: Franchise and multi-unit, restaurant and food, health and wellness
• Portfolio groupings: Brands are shown under parent companies such as Driven Brands and Inspire Brands