Walnut Ridge Information

Walnut Ridge is a private investment firm formed by the Kanfer family; the founders, owners, and operators of GOJO Industries, maker of PURELL® brand solutions. The firm partners with founders and management teams to drive sustainable long-term value, support profitable growth, and enhance legacy in pursuit of purpose. Our capital comes from leading our family business for over 75 years, so we understand what it takes getting people, strategy, and culture right to create lasting success. We provide the partnership, capital, access, and resources so your team and business can grow and thrive. Walnut Ridge is focused on partnering with and making control investments in lower middle-market companies in industries including business services, value-add distribution, specialty manufacturing, and healthcare products and services. The firm also supports a variety of business, non-profit, philanthropic, and family activities of the Kanfer family. Other entities and investments include various family direct investments and two philanthropic foundations.