M&A Deal Summary |
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|---|---|
| Date | 2013-07-15 |
| Target | Natural Balance |
| Sector | Food |
| Buyer(s) | Big Heart Pet Brands |
| Sellers(s) | VMG Partners |
| Deal Type | Add-on Acquisition |
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| Category | Company |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1916 |
| Sector | Food |
| Employees | 2,200 |
| Revenue | 3.6B USD (2012) |
Big Heart Pet Brands is a standalone producer, distributor and marketer of premium quality, branded pet food and pet snacks. The Company’s purpose is to nurture the bond between pets and the people who love them – making every day special. Its portfolio of brands, with a foundation in dog and cat food and treats, strives to cater to every pet life stage and every family’s budget through the availability and accessibility of its products.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 1 of 1 |
| Sector (Food) | 1 of 1 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 1 of 1 |
| State (California) | 1 of 1 |
| Country (United States) | 1 of 1 |
| Year (2013) | 1 of 1 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-02-06 |
Natural Balance
San Diego, California, United States Natural Balance is a premium pet food brand specializing in high-quality dog and cat food products sold exclusively through the pet specialty and eCommerce channels. Natural Balance has a 30+ year history in premium formulations and was a pioneer of limited ingredient diets. Natural Balance was founded in 1989 and is based in San Diego, California. |
Sell | - |
| Category | Private Equity Firm |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2005 |
| PE ASSETS | 2.6B USD |
| Size | Large |
| Type | Sector Focused |
VMG Partners is a private equity firm focused on early and growth stage investing in consumer products companies. VMG has a specific interest in the lifestyle, wellness, food and beverage, personal care, pet and leisure sectors of the consumer products industry. VMG targets US-based companies with revenues between $15 and $150 million. VMG was formed in 2005 and has offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
| DEAL STATS | # |
|---|---|
| Overall | 6 of 21 |
| Sector (Food) | 4 of 12 |
| Type (Add-on Acquisition) | 6 of 18 |
| State (California) | 3 of 10 |
| Country (United States) | 6 of 20 |
| Year (2013) | 2 of 2 |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-06-10 |
Robert s American Gourmet Food
Sea Cliff, New York, United States Robert's American Gourmet Food LLC (dba Pirate Brands) markets and sells better-for-you, salty snacks to natural and mainstream retailers nationwide. The company offers a variety of natural snacks made from puffed corn and rice, heart-healthy oils and high quality natural seasonings including real aged white cheddar, spinach and kale. Pirate Brands’ products include Pirate’s Booty, Smart Puffs and Tings among others. |
Sell | $195M |
| DATE | TARGET | DEAL TYPE | VALUE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013-11-01 |
Solid Gold Health Products For Pets
El Cajon, California, United States Solid Gold Health Products For Pets is a provider of food products, supplements, and skin care products for pets. |
Buy | - |
