Organization · Private Equity
Roark Capital
Roark Capital is an Atlanta-based private equity firm specializing in investments in consumer and business service companies, particularly those with franchise models. Founded in 2001, it manages approximately $41 billion in assets.
Overview
What Roark Capital does
What Roark Capital is
Roark Capital is an Atlanta-based private equity firm specializing in investments in consumer and business service companies, particularly those with franchise models. Founded in 2001, it manages approximately $41 billion in assets.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Private Equity
- Founded
- Founded in 2001
- Approximate age
- About 25 years
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- March 3, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
Roark Capital as a funder
Investment thesis
Roark Capital invests in consumer and business service companies, focusing on those with franchise and franchise-like business models. The firm partners with management teams to enhance growth and profitability through strategic capital investments.
Focus narrative
Roark Capital focuses on investments in various sectors, including franchise and multi-unit restaurant and food, health and wellness, business services, and education and youth activities. The firm seeks to partner with management teams and provide capital to businesses where sound strategies and superior execution can enhance growth and profitability.
Focus and fit
- Sectors
- ConsumerHealthcare
- Regions
- United States
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Not published
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 7
Portfolio context
Notable portfolio companies include 1-800 Radiator, the largest franchised automotive parts distributor in North America; ABRA, a leading network of franchised automotive collision repair shops; Anytime Fitness, the largest fitness franchise globally; Arby's, a major drive-thru sandwich chain; Buffalo Wild Wings, the largest sports bar chain in the U.S.; Driven Brands, the largest automotive services company in North America; and Cinnabon, known for its cinnamon rolls.
Common questions
What to know about Roark Capital
Upseed classifies Roark Capital under the Private Equity organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 3, 2026
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