INVEST IN THE FUTURE MAKE AN IMPACT NOW

A PRIVATE INVESTMENT & FAMILY OFFICE PRACTICE GROUP

At Rucker Investments, we invest in companies throughout the U.S. during critical inflection points of their business lifecycle so they can scale and thrive.

THE RUCKER EFFECT
The Rucker Effect, as I call it, has many people, property owners and leaders in the community thinking about what we can accomplish individually and collectively... [it] has raised the bar on our expectations to improve the city economically, educationally, aesthetically and by strengthening the fabric of our community in a way that brings people together.

A SENSE FOR POTENTIAL
Rucker, who owns three companies on the North Shore - working in equipment leasing, and asset and property management - had no connection to Worcester before founding the Railers. But he had a love of hockey, especially family-friendly and affordable hockey, and he had a good sense for potential in properties when he sees them.

A PROFOUND IMPACT
Rucker came onto the Worcester scene back in February 2016, a relative unknown in the city. Billed as a “North Shore businessman” in quote blocks and headlines throughout the ensuing months, [Rucker] would have plenty more in store for the city as the months ticked by.

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VICTOR EDOZIEN, CEO, BWD TECHNOLOGIES
"I have had four opportunities to work with Rucker Investments on very challenging and difficult situations. They are agile, entrepreneurial, and seek win-win solutions. I have benefited not just from capital provided but the added value of their business and leadership support."
RICHARD GEIB, PRESIDENT & CEO, WEBA TECHNOLOGY CORP.
"Rucker Investments took the time to understand our unique business, growth strategy, and provided the capital required to move to the next level. Throughout our partnership, they maintained strong communications and critical support to help our company continue to grow."
HARRY KOKKINIS, PRESIDENT, TABLE TALK PIES, INC.
"If faced with a challenging situation, there is no one I would rather have in my corner than Cliff Rucker. He is an incredibly trustworthy and skilled entrepreneur who knows how to get things done. He works tirelessly to achieve the agreed-upon goal, and frankly, once he gets going, I think he is unstoppable."

CLIFF RUCKER

Founder

Cliff Rucker is the Founder and Chairman of NFS Leasing, Inc. a privately-held leader in equipment finance across the U.S and Canada. Mr. Rucker is the Principal owner of Porzia Properties, a diversified real estate holding company with retail, industrial, residential, and office properties. 

Mr. Rucker is the owner and governor of the Worcester Railers Hockey Club, a minor league (ECHL) professional hockey team as well as owns several hospitality and entertainment venues including the Worcester Palladium, Off The Rails Music Venue & Restaurant, the Fidelity Bank Worcester Ice Arena, and The District Wood Fired Kitchen. 

Mr. Rucker owns Rucker Investments, a private equity firm. Holdings include a broad and diversified portfolio in targeted sectors including private equity, real estate, sports, entertainment, and hospitality.

Mr. Rucker was the Founder and CEO of NEXL, a national provider of IT services and outsourcing. Mr. Rucker oversaw the successful sale of NEXL to publicly traded NASDAQ Company MTM Technologies in 2005.

Mr. Rucker resides in Massachusetts’ North Shore with his wife and five children. Mr. Rucker holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from Tufts University and has been involved in numerous philanthropic endeavors throughout his career.