Consumer Products
Acted as the transaction advisor for the acquisition of our client, Almost Famous, a $163 million designer and marketer of women’s apparel, by Steve Madden, Ltd. (Nasdaq: SHOO). The acquisition was completed for $52 million in cash, subject to a working capital adjustment, plus an earn-out provision based on future financial performance.
Transaction advisor for Honora Industries, the world’s largest producer of fresh water pearl jewelry, in its sale to RBerkshireichline Corp., the Hathaway wholesale jewelry affiliate.
Transaction advisor to International Granite & Marble Corp. an importer of fine architectural goods established in 1948, in the sale to assets Cosmos Granite and Marble.
Transaction advisor to Thro, Ltd., a producer of pillows, throws and other soft home products, in its sale to the Home Décor Companies, a portfolio company of Linsalata Capital Partners.
Strategic advisor for development of a bridal jewelry company to parallel their existing luxury, watch and lifestyle focus, and identifying high-potential licensing partner.
Transaction advisor for the sale of Rose Cloak, licensee for Bill Blass Outerwear, to Donnkenny, Inc., a publicly-traded apparel manufacturer.
Advised Molli Partners LLC in the sale of the Butter, Skylar Blake, Dolce Lei and Something Bleu shoe brands to Teshoeque LLC.
Transaction advisor for the asset sale of $40 million dress manufacturer to an international bridal wear firm expanding into the daytime dress business.
Negotiated the sale of this highly profitable children's apparel retail / wholesale firm to an operating team and American Capital Strategies.
Strategic advisor providing enterprise market positioning and marketability of the Joan & David shoe and accessory brand.
Strategic advisor for outerwear manufacturer on valuation & transaction structure prior to its sale to a public company.
Transaction advisor in an asset sale transaction to an Asian Factory Group.
Ronny Kobo, producer of contemporary women's apparel, has formed a strategic partnership with our Apparel Industry Client.
Strategic and transaction advisor for this mirrors and wall accessories manufacturer during its Chapter 11 process and arranged an asset sale to a strategic acquirer.
Strategic advisor in negotiating a manufacturing co-venture with an Asian sourcing company.
Advised an early investor in a recapitalization during a later institutional round of funding for this innovative specialty bottled water manufacturer.
Exclusive advisor for convertible debt and $5.65 million equity round led by Lykos Capital Partners. Funds used for online and retail door expansion of its breakthrough laundry detergent which dramatically reduces odor-causing bacteria.
Transaction advisor for Amiee Lynn, a multi-category accessories producer, in the carve out sale of a division to a subsidiary of Steven Madden, Inc. (Nasdaq: (SHOO).
Advised London Fog Group in the 363-asset sale of the Pacific Trail outerwear brand and business to Columbia Sportswear Company.
Transaction advisor for Ardmore Blouse, Inc., owner of Anxiety, a junior knit and woven blouse brand, in the sale of selected assets to KBL Group International Ltd.
Strategic advisor to a principal of a prominent New York apparel & accessories firm the establishment of a partnership with Shelby Mason, the creator of Bootights, and the acquisition of select assets of Leg Up LLC d/b/a Bootights.
Transaction advisor for Cappelli Straworld, Inc., a 3rd generation Miami-based producer of straw and cloth handbags and hats, in its asset sale to California-based Dorfman Pacific Co.
Transaction advisor to Wormser "Dr. Denton", a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital Partners, for the sale of this children's sleepwear portfolio to SaraMax.
Transaction advisor for I. Appel Loungewear in the sale of assets to Jaclyn, Inc., a publicly-traded manufacturer of women’s and men’s sleepwear (OTCQX:JCLY).
Transaction advisor in the sale of this iconic trademark to a women's apparel manufacturer.
Represented this iconic shoe brand in the sale of its retail and wholesale divisions to Marc Fisher Footwear LLC.
Strategic advisor, assisting 600-employee producer of custom window blinds to restructure operations while gaining interim support from its asset-based lender.
Transaction advisor for this industry-leading California-based accessories company, in its sale to Mainland Headwear Holdings Limited, a leading Hong Kong-based headwear manufacturer.
Exclusive financial advisor to Soft-tex International, Inc. in the sale of this New York based manufacturer, importer, and distributer of bedding products including bed pillows, bed toppers, mattress pads, and mattresses, sold under a number of proprietary and licensed brands.
Sole strategic adviser in the merger of Dan-foam a Danish visco-elastic manufacturer and Tempur USA, the North American distributor, to create a vertically integrated international branded consumer product company.
Transaction advisor to contemporary sportswear designer in the sale of his brand and operating assets to a strategic partner.
Transaction advisor to Jaclyn, Inc. (OTCMKTS:JCLY), a $175 million (revenues) multi-line fashion and accessory firm, in its sale to an affiliate of Golden Touch Imports, Inc.
We sold this producer of women's athleisure apparel to private equity firm Eureka Growth Capital
Transaction advisor for Atlantic Street Capital and its portfolio company, Alex Apparel Group, Inc., to identify strategic acquisition targets, resulting in the acquisition of Sally Lou Fashions and recapitalization.
Strategic advisor to manufacturer and retailer of mattresses and hardwood furniture during its Chapter 11 reorganization process.
Strategic advisor for privately held food manufacturer to provide valuation services and guidance in the sale of a minority interest.
Transaction advisor for this manufacturer of ice buckets and decorated glassware during the sale of its assets to a strategic acquirer.
Transaction advisor in the sale of a luxury brand trademark to a strategic buyer on behalf of Wells Fargo/Century.
Represented acquisition group during the purchase of the Sassaby and JaneTM mass-market cosmetic lines distributed throughout the U.S. from Estée Lauder, Inc.
Strategic advisor in marketing this 120-year-old sleepwear company, producing a recovery 4-5 times higher than anticipated by its lenders, who were advocating liquidation.
Exclusive advisor to Frederick's of Hollywood in the sale of Movie Star, a designer and manufacturer of women's intimate apparel.
Transaction advisor in asset sale of $60 million backpack and school supply maker to a strategic acquirer, with the Pyramid principal continuing to operate the division.
Transaction advisor for the sale of Sara's Homestay LLC, a leading arranger for student living in hosted homes, to Homestay Acquisition Holdings, LLC.
Transaction advisor for I. Spiewak & Sons, Inc., a century-old producer of uniforms, work apparel and fashion outerwear, in a sale-and-license-back transaction to WP Lavori in Corso SRL
Transaction advisor for the sale of The West Coast Exclusive, a Las Vegas luxury menswear trade show, in its sale to Business Journal, Inc., since renamed MaRKET Show.
Transaction advisor to Warnaco Group, Inc. on the sale of the White Stag brand to Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Love & Quiches has joined the family of dessert brands in the AUA Private Equity platform company, Indulge Desserts Holdings, LLC.
Transaction advisor to Home Marketing Associates, Inc., owner of this direct-to-consumer bridge sportswear brand, in the sale of selected assets to The Worth Collection, Ltd., a portfolio company of Catterton Partners.
Secured growth capital for a European craft cannabis company producing branded premium hash products.
Transaction advisor for the sale of a controlling interest in Betsy & Babs 'tween apparel to a strategic partner.
Strategic advisor in marketing this 120-year-old brand in a 363-auction which produced a recovery 4 to 5 times higher than anticipated by its lenders, who were advocating liquidation.
Transaction advisor for Us Angels, a high-end girls dress wholesale division of David's Bridal and a portfolio company of private equity firm Leonard Green & Partners, in its sale to a wholesale bridal company.
Sole placement agent for direct common stock placement for Frederick’s of Hollywood Group, a public retailer of women's intimate apparel.
Strategic advisor to hosiery manufacturer in structuring a strategic partnership and sale to JBT Shop.
Exclusive advisor to this premier designer and manufacturer of decorative home textiles and accessories in the 363 sale to Li & Fung USA.
Placed two preferred financings for Nina McLemore, Inc. a designer and manufacturer of professional women's apparel sold via e-commerce and a direct sales force.
Exculsive advisor to Den-Mat Holdings in the sale of its Rembrandt toothpaste brand to The Gillette Company.
Transaction advisor for Scott Kay, Inc., a prominent designer of Fine Bridal and Fashion Jewelry for women and men, in its sale to Frederick Goldman, Inc.
Transaction advisor in the asset sale of Sport Haley Inc., a prominent designer of golf apparel and outwear for women, to Sharon Young Inc. a multi-branded manufacturer of women's apparel.
Transaction advisor in structuring and negotiating a $700,000 interim line of credit for premium designer menswear company.
Strategic advisor Initiating, negotiating and managing the sale of this manufacturer of prom and adult evening wear company to Alfred Angelo.