The Chia - Ownership and Business Overview

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The Chia Ownership

Who owns The Chia?

The Chia is owned by Arlon Group. It was acquired on January 15, 2013.

Is The Chia PE-backed?

Yes. The Chia is owned by private equity investor Arlon Group.

Was The Chia formerly PE-backed?

Yes. The Chia was formerly owned by 2 private investors.

The Chia Business Overview

Where is The Chia headquartered?

The Chia is headquartered in Port Melbourne, Australia.

What sector is The Chia in?

The Chia is a distribution company.

When was The Chia founded?

The Chia was founded in 2003.

Distribution M&A Summary in 2013

Out of 60 sectors in the Mergr database, distribution ranked 11 in number of deals in 2013. The largest distribution acquisition in 2013 was General Parts International - which was acquired by Advance Auto Parts for $2.0B.

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The Chia Co.

262 -276 Lorimer Street,
Port Melbourne, VIC 3207
Australia,
+61 3 9646 8002
www.thechiaco.com.au

The Chia Company is a marketer and distributor of chia seeds worldwide. Chia is the highest plant-based source of Omega 3, fiber and protein. The Chia Company, through exclusive grower relationships and years of agronomical work, supplies global food manufacturers such as Kellogg's and PepsiCo, as well as produces its own brand of chia products stocked in national retailers such as Whole Foods Markets. Founded in Australia in 2003, The Chia Company is based in New York.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Distribution

Established

2003

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