„We focus on projects that are exceptional in terms of their growth momentum, production programme, or market position. We consider profit generation to be a fundamental principle of investment, while also emphasising the importance of fostering strong relationships and lasting values.“
Robert Schönfeld, RSBC Group founder
ABOUT THE GROUP
Since setting up in business, RSBC Group has built a reputation as a reliable partner with excellent industry expertise and strong execution capabilities. We make every effort to maintain this reputation.
RSBC is an investment group focused primarily on more conservative investments delivering long-term value. Its strategy is to seek out attractive opportunities, which it develops and enhances through a combination of investment and active management.
RSBC is built on four investment pillars:
A significant portion of its investments is in real assets such as industrial enterprises, logistics, and agriculture. The arms industry, geared towards NATO countries, is also gradually gaining importance.
The total market value of assets under RSBC’s management exceeds CZK 8 billion. Besides the Czech Republic, RSBC operates also operates in Slovenia, Austria, Slovakia, France, Spain, the UK, and other countries. The group has been on the market for 25 years.
Despite the growing volume of assets under its management, RSBC maintains the character of a family investment company. It places an emphasis on partnerships centred on strong relationships and lasting values. RSBC was founded in 1998 by Robert Schönfeld to manage the family estate returned in the restitution process.
PHILANTHROPY
Philanthropy is a natural part of RSBC’s work. The focus is on promoting cultural heritage, music, and education. The most important activities supported include:
Robert Schönfeld was named Socially Beneficial Entrepreneur of the Year 2012 by Ernst & Young.
Robert Schönfeld
Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors
Jaroslav Minárik
Chief Sales Officer
Jan Smutný
Chief Financial Officer
Václav Brož
Partner RSBC Private Equity
Radmila Kuzicová
Real Estate Director
Miloš Filip
Funds Managing Director
Robert Schönfeld
ACCOUNTABILITY
- strategic management of the RSBC Group
- seeking new business opportunities
- international strategic relations with partners
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
In the 1990s, he began managing a large family estate that his family had recovered through restitution. In 1998, he founded the private investment group RSBC, which initially specialised in real estate investments and later expanded its scope.
Robert Schönfeld comes from the aristocratic family of Zeidlitz of Schoenfeld and is known for his positive attitude towards music. He studied Music and Art History at the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague and is one of the founders and investors of the Prague Philharmonia Orchestra.
In 1998 he also founded the International School of Music and Fine Arts Prague (ISMFA), one of the largest international schools in the Czech Republic. During its existence, more than 12,000 pupils have passed through it.
In 2013, it was awarded the title of Socially Beneficial Entrepreneur of the Year 2012 of the Czech Republic by the consulting company EY Czech Republic.
Jaroslav Minárik
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strategic sales management
- Development of business partnerships
- Leadership of internal sales teams
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jaroslav brings over 20 years of expertise in sales, banking, and commercial team leadership. Prior to joining RSBC, he held the position of Sales Director TA at NN from 2017, where he was responsible for driving sales performance and strategic business initiatives. His previous leadership roles include positions at Raiffeisenbank, Citibank, Modrá pyramida, and Coca-Cola Beverages, where he consistently delivered strong results in dynamic market environments. He holds an MBA in Executive Management from the Central European Management Institute (CEMI).
TIMELINE
Important RSBC investment group milestones
RSBC investment group foundations
Robert Schönfeld starts managing the extensive family estate returned to his family as part of the restitution process and lays the foundations for the RSBC investment group.
Investments in commercial real estate
Investments in offices, business centres and logistics in England and Central and Eastern Europe through investment funds. In the following years, the scope expands to Southeast Asia.
Fundraising for an Asian REIT in London
The first successful placement of Asian REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) on UK financial markets.
Global contract concluded with Saab
The Group signs a major global contract with Saab, the Swedish manufacturer of Gripen aircraft. Two years later, the group establishes a private equity fund in the Czech Republic.
Awards for establishing the ISMFA and for philanthropy
Robert Schönfeld is named Socially Beneficial Entrepreneur of the Year 2012 by Ernst & Young for his philanthropic work. The International School of Music and Fine Arts he founded has been successfully operating since 1998.
Acquisition of the AREX armaments company
The group acquires this Slovenian company, uniquely positioned in the production of short firearms and special training ammunition for armed forces.
Inception of the Schönfeld & Co Premium Real Estate Fund
RSBC establishes a retail fund dedicated to investing in premium real estate. It regularly ranks among the top funds in the Czech Republic, as compiled by the newspaper Hospodářské noviny.
Purchase of the building housing the ČEZ headquarters
RSBC finalises the acquisition of an office building near the main arterial road running through Prague that houses the headquarters of electricity group ČEZ. The portfolio includes 16,000 m2 of premium office space in a lucrative location near the Budějovická and Pankrác metro stations.
Inception of the RSBC Defence Qualified Investor Fund
The group establishes a unique fund in the Czech Republic that is dedicated to defence. The fund's primary assets are the AREX armaments company and – from 2024 – the traditional Austrian arms manufacturer STEYR ARMS.
Acquisition of logistics leader PJ Expedis
The Private Equity division expands its portfolio to include PJ Expedis. This company provides logistics with high value added and now serves all mobile operators in the Czech Republic.
Acquisition of the Austrian arms company STEYR ARMS
This traditional Austrian arms manufacturer with a 160-year history becomes part of the group. Based in Austria and with a branch in the USA, it creates new synergies with AREX.
Acquisition of INVESTMENT COMPANY licence
This licence from the CNB allows the group to manage special investment funds and qualified investor funds.