RPM International's Long-Term Acquisition Strategy

RPM International has completed approximately 175 acquisitions over the last 30 years, with more than 50 occurring in the last decade. The company promotes an entrepreneurial culture to attract business owners, positioning itself as a 'best home for entrepreneurial companies' in the industry.

“Over the last 30 years, RPM has completed approximately 175 acquisitions, with more than 50 of these transactions having taken place during the last decade. As a core tenet of its acquisition strategy, RPM promotes an entrepreneurial culture that has positioned it as the “best home for entrepreneurial companies” in the industry.”

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