We were founded in 1994 to serve as the U.S. private equity and property investments correspondent for a European-based family office. As our clientele, activities, and network grew, in 1998 we became part of Lehman Brothers, continuing to grow our business helping downstream energy sector businesses access capital and strategic advice to grow faster. In 2002, backed by Defoe Fournier & Cie., we separated our business from Lehman Brothers, growing since then as an independent "modern merchant bank".

INSPIRED BY TRADITIONS AND PROSPECTIVES

- MERCHANT BANKING

At first, starting in the 14th century, bankers operated as merchants, buying crops from farmers and selling them at a profit. Soon, acting more as bankers, they introduced bills of trade as negotiable and tradable financial instruments. The result was the introduction of more capital to the trade system. Farmers could increase food production to sell to merchant bankers. A loop that benefited all was created. It was a simple business conducted on a bench in a town square where all participating parties had similar interests. 

Over time merchant banks evolved, eventually to what they are now. For centuries merchant banks remained committed to their mission of offering capital and generating ideas for enterprise growth, keeping the alignment of interests for all parties still at the heart of the business. 

Visit Wikipedia to learn more about merchant banking and its history.

- "Modern" Merchant Banking

To us, "Modern Merchant Banking" means looking forward, supporting our clients and partners whatever the climate, and valuing integrity, prudence, service, and discretion. We use conservative principles, and our insights and experience to see opportunities where others only see risk.

VIDEO: "What is Modern Merchant Banking by Redmount?"

Deep roots of merchant banking, as depicted in this 14th century Florentine Renaissance art, inspire us.
Deep roots of merchant banking, as depicted in this 14th century Florentine Renaissance art, inspire us.
The sight of Palazzo of Bartolini Salimbeni, a Florentine merchant banker, constructed in 1520, reminds us of prosperity created by our profession.
The sight of Palazzo of Bartolini Salimbeni, a Florentine merchant banker, constructed in 1520, reminds us of prosperity created by our profession.
We were founded by Armen Grigorian in 1994 as Credit Sovereign in Atlanta
We were founded by Armen Grigorian in 1994 as Credit Sovereign in Atlanta
Our original professional partners Armen Grigorian and Christopher Brown, in 1995
Our original professional partners Armen Grigorian and Christopher Brown, in 1995
Our 1st capital markets deal was corresponding for Nomura Securities in $6M CMBS loan for Outlets Mall in Duluth, GA
Our 1st capital markets deal was corresponding for Nomura Securities in $6M CMBS loan for Outlets Mall in Duluth, GA
We were part of Lehman Brother during 1998-2002, providing capital and advice to the petro sector for faster growth
We were part of Lehman Brother during 1998-2002, providing capital and advice to the petro sector for faster growth
Fueled by our support, Nanston Dental Clinics dynamic growth during the 2002 to 2019 period serves as hallmark of our structured finance and sale-leaseback capabilities
Fueled by our support, Nanston Dental Clinics dynamic growth during the 2002 to 2019 period serves as hallmark of our structured finance and sale-leaseback capabilities
Our senior team in 2002, shortly after the separation from Lehman Brothers
Our senior team in 2002, shortly after the separation from Lehman Brothers
In 2003 we started the long-term partnership with Defoe Fournier to invest private equity, starting with the RBC Bank branches portfolio
In 2003 we started the long-term partnership with Defoe Fournier to invest private equity, starting with the RBC Bank branches portfolio
In 2004 we established presence in New York City, opening office at 48 Wall Street in the Financial District of Manhattan. Photo courtesy Helmsley Spear.
In 2004 we established presence in New York City, opening office at 48 Wall Street in the Financial District of Manhattan. Photo courtesy Helmsley Spear.
Our first industrial sector strategic recapitalization deal was the 2006 purchase of QFI, Inc. and Excel Metals to form QXL Metals
Our first industrial sector strategic recapitalization deal was the 2006 purchase of QFI, Inc. and Excel Metals to form QXL Metals
Our team members with Congressman Tim Murphy (R, District 18) on the floor of QXL Metals in Pittsburgh.
Our team members with Congressman Tim Murphy (R, District 18) on the floor of QXL Metals in Pittsburgh.
Our Research & Analytics Desk was established in 2007
Our Research & Analytics Desk was established in 2007
In 2012 we established presence in Newport Beach, CA opening office at 23 Corporate Plaza in Newport Beach
In 2012 we established presence in Newport Beach, CA opening office at 23 Corporate Plaza in Newport Beach
Armen Grigorian and Curtis Hollowell at the 2015 founding of Redmount Capital Partners, a Registered Investment Advisor
Armen Grigorian and Curtis Hollowell at the 2015 founding of Redmount Capital Partners, a Registered Investment Advisor
In 2016 we backed the formation of DFR Infrastructure Partners in Vienna
In 2016 we backed the formation of DFR Infrastructure Partners in Vienna
In 2017 we backed Adriatic Capital Partners to recapitalize Coastal Navigations Co. of Croatia
In 2017 we backed Adriatic Capital Partners to recapitalize Coastal Navigations Co. of Croatia
In 2018 we backed seasoned industry execs to form Epic Hospitality and offer private equity and strategy to hospitality assets
In 2018 we backed seasoned industry execs to form Epic Hospitality and offer private equity and strategy to hospitality assets
In 2020 we obtained significant ownership Dimension Investments, a capital markets player in frontier CEE
In 2020 we obtained significant ownership Dimension Investments, a capital markets player in frontier CEE
Today we are a growing platform of financial groups globally, connected via ownership, a team of over 200 specialists across 11 time zones, and a shared vision of "modern merchant banking"
Today we are a growing platform of financial groups globally, connected via ownership, a team of over 200 specialists across 11 time zones, and a shared vision of "modern merchant banking"

GROUP COMPANIES' LEADERSHIP

The leaders of our group companies combine collective insights, capital, and connections to grow faster and service middle-market clients better, globally. Connect with them directly to conduct business with each of their firms, subject to jurisdictional and regulatory availability.

(in surname alphabetical order)

Vincent Catalano, CFA

Group Global Investment Strategist

Denis Fuduric

Co-founder and Co-managing Partner of Adriatic Capital Partners d.o.o. and CEO of InterFinance. 

Armen Grigorian

Co-founder and Co-managing Partner of Redmount Capital Partners, LLC, and Redmount Mergers & Acquisitions LLC. Significant Shareholder of Epic Hospitality Partners, Adriatic Capital Partners d.o.o., Dimension C.J.S.C.

Carel Hofstra

Co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dimension C.J.S.C.

Curtis Hollowell

Co-founder and Co-managing Partner of Redmount Capital Partners, LLC, and Redmount Mergers & Acquisitions LLC.

Jeff Huggins

Co-founder and Co-managing Partner of Epic Hospitality Partners.

Bill Mark

Co-founder and Co-managing Partner of Epic Hospitality Partners.

Paul Valencia

Co-founder and Co-managing Partner of Redmount Mergers & Acquisitions LLC.