
Rena is a seasoned private equity investor and operating executive with over 30 years of experience leading and advising middle-market industrial businesses. She has led and co-led investments across manufacturing, logistics and supply chain, specialty chemicals, and industrial services, bringing deep expertise in due diligence, acquisition integration, and operational transformation. Her work consistently focuses on value creation, performance improvement, and sustainable profitability.
Rena has served as a deal partner, operating partner, and board member for numerous portfolio companies and has held the role of President in two sponsor-owned businesses. She works closely with management teams and investors to strengthen operational alignment, track performance, and support leadership development.
In addition to her operating and governance experience, Rena is a trusted mentor and coach to CEOs and senior executives, helping them navigate growth, transition, and complex challenges with clarity and confidence.
She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Lamar University, where she graduated with honors.