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Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co.

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New York City, United States · Founded 1995 · AUM $1.4 billion · Website
Growth CapitalLeveraged BuyoutConsumer ProductsSpecialty RetailRestaurantsUnited States
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7/8/2026

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Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. (BRS) is an American private equity firm focused on growth capital investments in middle-market consumer and retail companies.

Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. (BRS) was founded in 1995 by Bruce Bruckmann, Harold Rosser, and Stephen Sherrill. The founders previously worked together as executives at Citicorp Venture Capital beginning as early as 1983. Since its inception, the firm has raised approximately $1.4 billion across three investment funds.

The firm specializes in middle-market investments, primarily targeting the consumer products, specialty retail, and restaurant sectors. BRS provides both growth capital and executes leveraged buyouts for its portfolio companies.

Throughout its history, BRS has completed numerous high-profile transactions in the food and dining space, including investments in major chains like California Pizza Kitchen and Au Bon Pain. The firm is headquartered in New York City and maintains a team of over 20 employees to manage its private equity activities.

Founded1995
HeadquartersNew York City, United States
AUM$1.4 billion
Target investmentMiddle-market
Employees20+
StrategiesGrowth Capital, Leveraged Buyout
Sector focusConsumer Products, Specialty Retail, Restaurants
Geographic focusUnited States

Leadership

Bruce Bruckmann
Founder
Harold Rosser
Founder
Stephen Sherrill
Founder

Notable Investments

Au Bon PainCalifornia Pizza KitchenAMF BowlingB&G FoodsRemington ArmsTotes»ISOTONERLogan's RoadhouseMcCormick & Schmick'sTown Sports International HoldingsDoane Pet CareBravo! Cucina ItalianaIl Fornaio

Historical and current deals referenced in public sources.

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