SAN FRANCISCO, February 26, 2026 – Encore Consumer Capital (“Encore”) is pleased to announce the promotion of Paul Rivenburgh to Managing Director. Paul joined Encore in 2016 as an Associate and has contributed meaningfully to Encore’s culture and performance over the last decade.
Paul currently serves on the boards of Chalet Desserts, Twang Partners, two undisclosed investments in the active nutrition and pet categories, and is a Board Observer at Open Farm. Paul also played a role in the successful exits of Banneton Bakery, California Splendor, Thanasi Foods, and Thunderworks.
“Paul has made his mark at Encore over the last decade, working closely with our portfolio companies and demonstrating real leadership within the firm. Paul’s tremendous impact leading investments in Encore IV and role in the successful closing of Encore V at $350 million in commitments make this promotion particularly well deserved,” said Robert Brown, Managing Director of Encore.
Prior to joining Encore, Paul was an Associate at Freeman Spogli & Co., a middle market private equity firm focused on the consumer and distribution sectors. Previously, Paul was an investment banking analyst and associate at Barclays, where he advised companies in the consumer and retail sectors. Paul earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Pennsylvania.
ABOUT ENCORE CONSUMER CAPITAL
Encore Consumer Capital is a private equity investment firm focused on the consumer products industry. The firm has raised over $1.4 billion in committed capital and invested in over 40 companies in the sector. Encore’s investments include brand marketing, manufacturing and distribution companies in the food and beverage, personal care, beauty and pet products sectors. The firm targets companies with between $10 million and $150 million in annual revenues where Encore’s strong expertise in strategy development, brand marketing, manufacturing and supply chain optimization, and distribution expansion can drive performance.