Gordon Brothers

Gordon Brothers is a global advisory, restructuring, and investment firm founded in 1903 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm specializes in the retail, consumer products, industrial, and real estate sectors, providing a range of services including leasehold evaluations, due diligence, portfolio analysis, and mergers and acquisitions advisory. Gordon Brothers maximizes value for both healthy and distressed companies by managing asset disposition, conducting appraisals, mitigating leases, and providing operational support for extended periods. The firm executes transactions and appraisals worth over $70 billion annually, catering to various industries such as aerospace, automotive, construction, and food services, among others. Gordon Brothers also offers capital solutions and asset-based lending through its financing arm.

Tobias Nanda

President, BRANDS

30 past transactions

SIA Group

Acquisition in 2025
Provider of asset valuation, advisory and disposal services intended to serve lenders, banks, financial institutions, financial sponsors, restructuring professionals, turnaround specialists, trustees, private companies and public bodies. The company specializes in mergers and acquisitions, turnarounds, business restructuring and recovery, auctions, financial reporting purposes and other related services, thereby helping clients get fair returns for their valuation services.

Middle West Partners

Debt Financing in 2025
Middle West Partners is a growth capital investment firm that specializes in supporting companies in the consumer, media, and sports industries. The firm focuses on growth-stage businesses, providing the necessary capital and strategic guidance to help these companies expand and succeed in their respective markets. By targeting sectors that are dynamic and evolving, Middle West Partners aims to foster innovation and drive value creation in the businesses it invests in.

Big Lots

Acquisition in 2025
Big Lots, Inc. is a discount retailer based in Columbus, Ohio, primarily operating in the United States. Founded in 1967, the company offers a diverse range of products across several merchandising categories, including furniture, seasonal items, soft home goods, food, and consumables. Its furniture category features upholstery, mattresses, and ready-to-assemble items, while the seasonal category includes products for holidays and outdoor activities. The soft home category encompasses bedding, bath, and decorative textiles, whereas the food category covers beverages, grocery items, and snacks. Additionally, Big Lots provides hard home products like small appliances and home maintenance supplies, as well as electronics and toys. As of early 2020, the company operated over 1,400 stores across 47 states and has an e-commerce platform to reach a broader customer base.

ToysRUs

Debt Financing in 2024
ToysRUs is a retail firm that supplies toys and baby products of national brands, and innovative loyalty programs.

Mystery Tackle Box

Acquisition in 2024
Catch Co. is a company based in Chicago, Illinois, that specializes in creating fishing brands, products, and shopping experiences tailored for modern anglers. Founded in 2012, the company offers a tackle discovery platform that allows users to learn about and engage in fishing. One of its primary offerings is the Mystery Tackle Box, a subscription service that delivers a curated selection of fishing products, including tackle, bait, rods, and reels, directly to customers each month. This innovative approach not only simplifies the process of finding quality fishing gear but also enhances the overall fishing experience for enthusiasts.

Soft Surroundings

Debt Financing in 2023
Soft Surroundings is a clothing store chain specifically designed for women of all ages, tall or small.

Telefunken Communications

Acquisition in 2023
Telefunken is a radio and television equipment company that specializes in the development of wireless information transmission technology.

Allstar Innovations

Debt Financing in 2023
Allstar Innovations provide innovative solutions to market.

Modus Subsea Services

Debt Financing in 2023
Modus Subsea Services is an offshore contracting company specializing in survey, trenching, subsea intervention, and management services. The firm focuses on delivering life-of-field support through advanced subsea solutions, offering professional engineering, project management, and equipment rental services. Modus Subsea Services aims to facilitate the deployment of autonomous vehicles for various subsea and seabed interventions, effectively addressing the needs of its clients in the offshore sector.

Everlane

Debt Financing in 2022
Everlane, Inc. is a clothing design and manufacturing company that operates an online fashion store, as well as a physical retail location. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Everlane specializes in providing well-designed, quality apparel, footwear, and accessories for both men and women at accessible price points. The product range includes various clothing items such as T-shirts, sweatshirts, pants, dresses, coats, and jackets, along with a selection of shoes and accessories like bags, wallets, and scarves. Everlane's focus on contemporary, minimalist designs attracts consumers looking for stylish yet affordable options.

Academy Bus

Debt Financing in 2022
Academy Bus is a reputable transportation company based in the United States, with over 40 years of experience in the industry. It operates charter and group tour buses along the East Coast, with primary operations based in Boston and Miami. Academy Bus is known for its commitment to customer service and maintaining a fleet of new, well-kept vehicles. The company offers commuter bus services from New Jersey to Manhattan, as well as routes from Virginia and Maryland to Washington, DC, including downtown Baltimore. Additionally, it provides scheduled casino bus services to various casinos in Connecticut and South Florida, catering to diverse transportation needs in the region.

Plainville Farms

Debt Financing in 2022
Plainville Farms is a natural and certified organic turkey and deli brand that has been a trusted choice for families for generations. The company operates a turkey farm dedicated to serving the food industry, providing a range of turkey products including pre-cooked deli meats and fresh meat, which are sold in supermarkets and natural food stores. Plainville Farms prides itself on raising turkeys without antibiotics and ensuring the health and well-being of its flocks through high-quality, fortified vegetarian diets and a stress-free environment. The brand is known for its wholesome flavor, making it a popular option for consumers seeking quality turkey products.

ORSAY

Acquisition in 2022
ORSAY stands for young, fashionable and good value outfits in which women can express their individual femininity at all times.

Dominion Packaging

Debt Financing in 2022
Dominion Packaging manufactures wide range of folding cartons and packaging services maintaining an excellent level of customer service.

Nicole Miller

Acquisition in 2022
Nicole Miller is an iconic American fashion brand. Nicole's designs are elegant with a hint of rebellion.

Myer

Post in 2021
Myer Holdings Limited operates as Australia's largest department store chain, featuring approximately 60 retail locations primarily situated in major metropolitan shopping centers across the eastern states. Founded in 1900 and headquartered in Docklands, Australia, Myer offers a diverse range of products, including menswear, womenswear, children's clothing, beauty and cosmetics, homewares, electrical goods, toys, and various general merchandise. The company is known for its well-established brand and benefits from its significant revenue base, which enhances its competitive position in the retail market. Additionally, Myer has a customer loyalty program with over 4 million active members, further solidifying its connection with consumers.

Moda Operandi

Debt Financing in 2021
Moda Operandi is an online retailer based in New York that specializes in fashion products, offering a wide array of clothing, shoes, bags, jewelry, home goods, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company connects consumers directly with both established and emerging designers, facilitating the discovery of designer fashion through its platform. Moda Operandi features online trunk shows, allowing customers to preorder items from a curated selection of luxury brands and designers. In addition to serving consumers, the platform supports designers by providing them with a robust global network to help grow their businesses. The company was founded in 2010 and was previously known as Trunk Show Inc. before adopting its current name in August of that year.

Nicole Miller

Debt Financing in 2021
Nicole Miller is an iconic American fashion brand. Nicole's designs are elegant with a hint of rebellion.

Laura Ashley

Acquisition in 2020
Laura Ashley Holdings plc specializes in designing and manufacturing home furnishings and fashion products inspired by the English countryside. The company operates through two main segments: Retail and Non-Retail. The Retail segment includes sales from managed stores, online platforms, and hotels, while the Non-Retail segment encompasses licensing, franchising, and manufacturing operations. With approximately 190 stores across the United Kingdom, Laura Ashley offers a diverse range of products, including home accessories, furniture, decor, and fashion items. Its product offerings feature a variety of prints and designs that reflect traditional English aesthetics, allowing customers worldwide to access quality home products through both physical and online shopping channels.

Barneys New York

Venture Round in 2019
Barneys New York (Barneys) is a creative destination for modern luxury retail, entertainment, and dining. Barneys is renowned for being a place of discovery for some of the world's leading designers, and for creating the most discerning edit across women's and men's ready-to-wear, accessories, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics, fragrances, and home. Barneys' signature creativity and style comes to life through its innovative concepts and experiences, imaginative holiday campaigns, famed window displays, and exclusive activations. Barneys also operates its iconic restaurants, Freds at Barneys New York, serving an Italian-inspired and contemporary American menu within four of its flagship stores.

Blast–Off Brands

Acquisition in 2016
Blast–Off Brands team has established a reputation for providing a unique mix of art and science to licensing clients such as the Life is Good lifestyle brand. Prior to Blast–Off Brands, the same team pioneered a hands-on and integrated branding and licensing approach with dozens of high-profile brands over the course of more than a decade at leading licensing agency, Brand Sense Partners.

Silver Airways

Debt Financing in 2014
Silver Airways is a United States airline headquartered at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida. The airline provides daily scheduled flights connecting various gateways in Florida and The Bahamas. Additionally, Silver Airways operates a maintenance facility at Orlando International Airport, ensuring the upkeep and reliability of its fleet.

Blockbuster UK

Acquisition in 2013
Blockbuster UK operated independently of the US arm and provides digital in-home entertainment

smartbargains.com

Venture Round in 2006
SmartBargains.com is an e-commerce platform that enables users to find and purchase products. The platform’s product categories include bedding and bath, home décor, watches, jewelry, eyewear, handbags, eyewear, and more. SmartBargains.com was launched by Michael Schreck and is based in Aventura, Florida.

smartbargains.com

Private Equity Round in 2005
SmartBargains.com is an e-commerce platform that enables users to find and purchase products. The platform’s product categories include bedding and bath, home décor, watches, jewelry, eyewear, handbags, eyewear, and more. SmartBargains.com was launched by Michael Schreck and is based in Aventura, Florida.

smartbargains.com

Venture Round in 2002
SmartBargains.com is an e-commerce platform that enables users to find and purchase products. The platform’s product categories include bedding and bath, home décor, watches, jewelry, eyewear, handbags, eyewear, and more. SmartBargains.com was launched by Michael Schreck and is based in Aventura, Florida.

smartbargains.com

Venture Round in 2002
SmartBargains.com is an e-commerce platform that enables users to find and purchase products. The platform’s product categories include bedding and bath, home décor, watches, jewelry, eyewear, handbags, eyewear, and more. SmartBargains.com was launched by Michael Schreck and is based in Aventura, Florida.

RetailExchange

Venture Round in 2000
RetailExchange.com, Inc., an online business-to-business marketplace, provides offline and online excess inventory solutions.

Carroll Fulmer

Carroll Fulmer is a full-time service provider for trucking services and logistics for the delivery sector.
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