Richard Fitzgerald
Co-Founder and Managing Partner at CapitalSpring, a sector-focused firm in private equity.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 23min
Learnings from a $1BN+ exit and 300 investments in Private Equity
Richard Fitzgerald, co-founder and managing partner of CapitalSpring, built a sector-focused PE firm that scaled from $3M to 300 investments and a $1B+ exit. He discusses why multi-location consumer and foodservice businesses win, how specialization beats generalist approaches, the value of labor-light models, and a hybrid debt/equity playbook that helped fundraising in a tough market.
Jun 11, 2025 • 50min
Two Decades of Investing in Franchise/Multi-Unit Businesses with CapitalSpring
Richard Fitzgerald, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at CapitalSpring, shares insights from his extensive career in private equity focusing on franchise and multi-unit businesses. He discusses the importance of sector specialization and building trust with partners. Richard reflects on lessons learned during the pandemic, emphasizing resilience and kindness in business. He offers practical advice for younger professionals, highlighting the art of balancing debt and equity solutions to foster growth in a competitive landscape.
