Ralph Manaker

Fieldstone Partners

Fieldstone Partners is a merchant banking firm focused on specialized financial advisory services for corporate clients and private equity investments across a broad range of industries. Over the past 23 years, we have participated in over 150 successful transactions aggregating over $5.0 billion in value. Fieldstone focuses on developing long-term relationships, many of which date to our founding years. Our goal is to find ways to be a strong and highly valued partner and advisor, while also adding value to our community and the communities of our partner companies. Fieldstone was founded by Steve Cook, the firm's president, in 1990. He brought with him an entrepreneurial focus and passion, along with an uncompromising commitment to excellence and putting clients first. Over time, Fieldstone has added uniquely talented professionals who share his commitment to excellence. Our team brings a wealth of experience in corporate finance, entrepreneurship, taxation, management, law, consulting and operations, along with relevant language skills and a global perspective. The versatility of our team enables us to provide creative solutions to our clients' most pressing financial and strategic challenges. Fieldstone has provided innovative financial and strategic solutions to both emerging and established companies in diverse industries, including aerospace, oil & gas, power generation, refinery / petrochemical, industrial manufacturing, IT services and healthcare. We also initiate private equity transactions in situations which our firm and our investment partners can add substantial value.