M&A Deal Summary

Ames Watson Acquires Champion

On October 1, 2024, distressed investor Ames Watson acquired apparel/textiles company Champion

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Ames Watson’s 1st transaction in the Apparel/Textiles sector.
  • This is Ames Watson’s 3rd transaction in the United States.
  • This is Ames Watson’s 1st transaction in North Carolina.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2024-10-01
Target Champion
Sector Apparel/Textiles
Buyer(s) Ames Watson
Deal Type Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)

Target

Champion

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
Champion is an athleticwear that sells apparel through GearCo via global retail. The groups division also includes Gear for Sports, Knights Apparel, and Champion Teamwear. Champion is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Ames Watson

Investor Investor Investor Investor Investor

Category Distressed Investor
Founded 2003
Size Small
Type Sector Agnostic
DESCRIPTION

Ames Watson Capital, LLC is a diversified operating company that purchases, transforms and partners with lower middle-market companies to create long term value. The Firm has a preference for troubled situations including corporate orphans, difficult situations, tough industries, and debt purchases, however the Firm will also consider growth companies with at least $3 million of revenue. Ames Watson Capital was formed in 2003 and is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 3 of 3
Sector (Apparel/Textiles) 1 of 1
Type (Buyout (LBO, MBO, MBI)) 1 of 1
State (North Carolina) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 3 of 3
Year (2024) 1 of 1
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2021-05-04 South Moon Under

Annapolis, Maryland, United States

South Moon Under is a provider of an eclectic mix of men's and women's clothing, swimwear, accessories, jewelry, and gifts for the home. South Moon Under was founded in 1968 and is based in Annapolis, Maryland.

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