Justin Lay

Justin Lay is a seasoned private equity professional with over 20 years of experience in the middle market sector. Currently serving as a Partner at Ridgemont Equity Partners since July 2021, Justin has previously held significant positions at Barings, where roles included Managing Director and Director in Global Private Finance from 2014 to 2021, and as Principal at Summit Park from 2010 to 2014, focusing on lower middle-market investments. Additional experience includes senior associate roles at Thayer | Hidden Creek Partners and analyst positions at Wachovia Securities. Justin holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing from the University of Richmond.