Advantage Capital

Advantage Capital, established in 1992, is a venture capital firm specializing in growth equity, lending, and mezzanine debt capital investments. It focuses on small businesses, particularly those in low-income communities and underserved areas, supporting state and local economic development efforts. The firm invests across various industries, including manufacturing, technology, business services, and renewable energy, with a typical initial investment range of $0.5 million to $10 million. Advantage Capital provides debt capital in forms such as senior debt, subordinated loans, and government-guaranteed lending, as well as equity capital to real estate development firms. It operates from multiple offices across the United States, with a headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Al Alvarez

Director

Brian Anderson

Managing Director

Michael Benson

Senior Vice President

Anthony Billings

Senior Vice President and Investment Team Member

Adam Constantinides

Senior Vice President

Anaëlle Croteau

Vice President

Keith Freeman

Managing Director

Trey Garland

Senior Associate and Investment Team Member

Trey Garland

Senior Associate

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President

Joseph Henderson

Senior Vice President, Investment Team

Leah Hendricks

Senior Vice President, Investments Team

Reid Hutchins

Managing Director

Peter Lu

Senior Associate

David McNaught

Vice President

Arjun Mohan

Vice President

Sandra M. Moore

Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer

Jim O'Rourke

Managing Director

Justin N. Obletz

CFO and Managing Director

Tim Perusek

Principal and Investment Group Member

Josh Rogers

Principal

Gabe Rosen

Vice President

Sam Schlichting

Senior Associate, Investment Team

Talmadge Singer II

Managing Director

Matthew Switzer

Vice President

Tony Toups

Principal

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President and Investment Team Member

Benjamin Warning

Senior Vice President

J.P. Lynch

Vice President, Investments

Jeffrey Gentsch

Venture Partner

Past deals in FMCG

FIAT Products

Venture Round in 2022
FIAT Products provides reliable mop sinks, laundry tubs, shower floors, and commercial faucets.

Bump Stopper

Debt Financing in 2021
Bump Stopper is a manufacturer and supplier of men's grooming products, based in Reno, United States. Established in 1972, the company specializes in treatments for razor bumps and ingrown hairs, offering a range of products that include shaving gel, moisturizing lotion, and beard softener. Bump Stopper aims to provide customers with effective solutions for achieving smooth and flawless skin at affordable prices.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2021
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Lamm Food Service

Debt Financing in 2020
Lamm Food Service is a full-line food distributor that specializes in providing high-quality products and exceptional service tailored to the unique needs of its customers. The company offers a diverse selection of name-brand products from renowned national manufacturers while also supporting local businesses that produce Louisiana food products. Lamm Food Service primarily distributes food to various institutions, including schools, hospitals, and prisons throughout Louisiana, ensuring timely delivery and meeting the specific requirements of each client. With a commitment to quality and service, Lamm Food Service plays a vital role in the region's food supply chain.

Bakery on Main

Debt Financing in 2020
Bakery on Main passion has always been to bring their customers delicious baked products made with clean and natural ingredients. Their goal is to make you happy while helping to clean up their food supply and provide everyone with products that can be trusted by those who need it and delicious to everyone who tries it! They hope that enjoying their products makes you as HAPPY as it make them to make them for you!

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2020
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Butler Merchandising Solutions

Debt Financing in 2019
Butler Merchandising Solutions, Inc. is a St. Louis-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of custom point of sale displays, both temporary and permanent. Founded in 1926, the company offers a wide range of corrugated displays tailored for consumer packaged goods companies and retailers. With an in-house design and manufacturing capability, Butler Merchandising Solutions provides creative merchandising solutions that include complete packaged fulfillment and logistics services. This comprehensive approach enables clients to enhance their sales efforts through effective retail and point-of-purchase displays. As a subsidiary of PFI Holding Company, LLC since 2019, Butler continues to leverage its extensive experience in the industry to meet the evolving needs of its customers.

Grainful

Convertible Note in 2018
Grainful, operating under BeetNPath, LLC, is a food company that specializes in creating chef-inspired frozen entrées centered around steel-cut oats. The company aims to provide healthy and nutritious meal options that are accessible to a wide audience. Grainful's products are gluten-free, high in fiber, and rich in complete proteins and essential nutrients. By focusing on clean, natural ingredients, the company ensures that its meals are both wholesome and flavorful, making healthy eating convenient and affordable for consumers.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2018
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Sun Pine

Debt Financing in 2018
Sun-Pine manufactures pine oil disinfectants, pine oil cleaners, pourable fragranced cleaners, household ammonia, household bleach, and a line of convenience trigger spray products including window, glass, surface, bathroom, bleach, carpet, and all-purpose household surface cleaners.

Cosmetics LK

Debt Financing in 2018
Cosmetics LK is a manufacturer and distributor of cosmetics brands and beauty products. The company owns brands Probelle, Prolana, and Bonitaluxe. It is headquartered in Hallandale, Florida.

Pasta Chips

Convertible Note in 2018
Founded by Jerry Bello, Pasta Chips finished its first full year of business (2014) with significant sales and is on track to double sales in 2015. By the end of this year, Pasta Chips will be in 80% of all grocery stores across the United States. Pasta Chips are made with the semolina flour, grains, and Italian herbs, are cholesterol-free, and contain 60% less fat than potato chips and 30% less fat than pita chips. They are offered in five flavors inspired by the sauces and tastes of Italy, Marinara, Alfredo, Spicy Tomato Basil, Garlic Olive Oil, Mediterranean Sea Salt, and now Veggie, and available at major retailers across the nation.

Long's Products

Debt Financing in 2017
Long's Products is a manufacturer and supplier of paper and janitorial supplies, established in 1950 by Julian E. Long in Alexandria, Louisiana. The company is known for its Pelican brand chemicals, which include a diverse range of cleaning solutions such as floor wax, floor stripper, degreasers, carpet shampoo, and auto detailing chemicals. In addition to these products, Long's Products provides various sanitizing and disinfecting items, including disinfectant wipes, sanitizing sprays, and glass and oven cleaners. The company's offerings cater to a wide array of cleaning and maintenance needs, serving clients across multiple sectors.

Grainful

Venture Round in 2017
Grainful, operating under BeetNPath, LLC, is a food company that specializes in creating chef-inspired frozen entrées centered around steel-cut oats. The company aims to provide healthy and nutritious meal options that are accessible to a wide audience. Grainful's products are gluten-free, high in fiber, and rich in complete proteins and essential nutrients. By focusing on clean, natural ingredients, the company ensures that its meals are both wholesome and flavorful, making healthy eating convenient and affordable for consumers.

Pasta Chips

Series C in 2017
Founded by Jerry Bello, Pasta Chips finished its first full year of business (2014) with significant sales and is on track to double sales in 2015. By the end of this year, Pasta Chips will be in 80% of all grocery stores across the United States. Pasta Chips are made with the semolina flour, grains, and Italian herbs, are cholesterol-free, and contain 60% less fat than potato chips and 30% less fat than pita chips. They are offered in five flavors inspired by the sauces and tastes of Italy, Marinara, Alfredo, Spicy Tomato Basil, Garlic Olive Oil, Mediterranean Sea Salt, and now Veggie, and available at major retailers across the nation.

Merchandize Liquidators

Debt Financing in 2016
Merchandize Liquidators is a wholesaler based in Miami that specializes in connecting large retailers and vendors with salvage and liquidation products at closeout prices. The company serves both commercial and retail clients, offering a diverse range of merchandise, including cosmetics, health and beauty products, clothing, electronics, shoes, toys, jewelry, home furnishings, and office supplies. By facilitating the sale of unresolved inventory, Merchandize Liquidators enables businesses to generate revenue while effectively managing their surplus stock. With multiple FOB points across the United States, the company plays a vital role in the secondary market for liquidation products.

Green Zebra Grocery

Debt Financing in 2016
Green Zebra Grocery, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based company that operates a chain of healthy convenience food stores known as Fresh Feed. Established in 2012, the company focuses on increasing access to healthy, organic, and local foods by transforming the traditional convenience store model. Green Zebra's small-format stores provide a variety of offerings, including made-from-scratch grab-and-go meals, a full-service coffee bar, beer and wine, and carefully sourced groceries. With an emphasis on convenience and quality, the stores are designed to facilitate quick access to nutritious snacks and meals, catering to communities and workplaces looking for healthier food options.

Pasta Chips

Series A in 2016
Founded by Jerry Bello, Pasta Chips finished its first full year of business (2014) with significant sales and is on track to double sales in 2015. By the end of this year, Pasta Chips will be in 80% of all grocery stores across the United States. Pasta Chips are made with the semolina flour, grains, and Italian herbs, are cholesterol-free, and contain 60% less fat than potato chips and 30% less fat than pita chips. They are offered in five flavors inspired by the sauces and tastes of Italy, Marinara, Alfredo, Spicy Tomato Basil, Garlic Olive Oil, Mediterranean Sea Salt, and now Veggie, and available at major retailers across the nation.

Pasta Chips

Series C in 2016
Founded by Jerry Bello, Pasta Chips finished its first full year of business (2014) with significant sales and is on track to double sales in 2015. By the end of this year, Pasta Chips will be in 80% of all grocery stores across the United States. Pasta Chips are made with the semolina flour, grains, and Italian herbs, are cholesterol-free, and contain 60% less fat than potato chips and 30% less fat than pita chips. They are offered in five flavors inspired by the sauces and tastes of Italy, Marinara, Alfredo, Spicy Tomato Basil, Garlic Olive Oil, Mediterranean Sea Salt, and now Veggie, and available at major retailers across the nation.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2015
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Arcobasso Foods

Debt Financing in 2015
Arcobasso Foods, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hazelwood, Missouri, specializing in custom sauces, dressings, and beverage mixers. Established in 1986, the company has over 30 years of experience producing high-quality refrigerated and shelf-stable products for a diverse clientele, including multi-unit restaurant chains, retailers, convenience stores, grocery store chains, and food distributors. Arcobasso Foods operates a 60,000 square foot facility equipped with capabilities for various packaging formats, including retail, single-serve, multi-use for foodservice, and bulk products. The company focuses on delivering customizable solutions, allowing clients to enhance the quality, taste, and texture of their food offerings. As of 2019, Arcobasso Foods operates as a subsidiary of Golding Farms Foods, Inc.

Arcobasso Foods

Debt Financing in 2014
Arcobasso Foods, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hazelwood, Missouri, specializing in custom sauces, dressings, and beverage mixers. Established in 1986, the company has over 30 years of experience producing high-quality refrigerated and shelf-stable products for a diverse clientele, including multi-unit restaurant chains, retailers, convenience stores, grocery store chains, and food distributors. Arcobasso Foods operates a 60,000 square foot facility equipped with capabilities for various packaging formats, including retail, single-serve, multi-use for foodservice, and bulk products. The company focuses on delivering customizable solutions, allowing clients to enhance the quality, taste, and texture of their food offerings. As of 2019, Arcobasso Foods operates as a subsidiary of Golding Farms Foods, Inc.

Versova

Series A in 2014
Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States and combines more than six decades of knowledge and commitment to producing safe, high-quality eggs. Versova brings together Trillium and Centrum Valley Egg Farms, which are owned by farm families with deep roots in egg production. As a leading producer of shell and liquid eggs, Versova is committed to ensuring safe, high-quality eggs, providing excellent care for flocks and protecting the air, land, and water for future generations.

Long's Products

Debt Financing in 2014
Long's Products is a manufacturer and supplier of paper and janitorial supplies, established in 1950 by Julian E. Long in Alexandria, Louisiana. The company is known for its Pelican brand chemicals, which include a diverse range of cleaning solutions such as floor wax, floor stripper, degreasers, carpet shampoo, and auto detailing chemicals. In addition to these products, Long's Products provides various sanitizing and disinfecting items, including disinfectant wipes, sanitizing sprays, and glass and oven cleaners. The company's offerings cater to a wide array of cleaning and maintenance needs, serving clients across multiple sectors.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2014
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

PNO Confectionery Enterprises

Debt Financing in 2014
PNO is a distributor and rebagger/repackager that specializes in candies, nuts, trail mixes, rice, and beans. The company's offerings come in to lay down bags, peg bags, stand up zipper bags, tubs, and bulk size packaging. PNO operates out of a state-of-the-art 42,000 SF building with 4 dedicated automated production lines along with 2 manual production lines.

PNO Confectionery Enterprises

Debt Financing in 2013
PNO is a distributor and rebagger/repackager that specializes in candies, nuts, trail mixes, rice, and beans. The company's offerings come in to lay down bags, peg bags, stand up zipper bags, tubs, and bulk size packaging. PNO operates out of a state-of-the-art 42,000 SF building with 4 dedicated automated production lines along with 2 manual production lines.

Lamm Food Service

Debt Financing in 2013
Lamm Food Service is a full-line food distributor that specializes in providing high-quality products and exceptional service tailored to the unique needs of its customers. The company offers a diverse selection of name-brand products from renowned national manufacturers while also supporting local businesses that produce Louisiana food products. Lamm Food Service primarily distributes food to various institutions, including schools, hospitals, and prisons throughout Louisiana, ensuring timely delivery and meeting the specific requirements of each client. With a commitment to quality and service, Lamm Food Service plays a vital role in the region's food supply chain.

Arcobasso Foods

Debt Financing in 2013
Arcobasso Foods, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Hazelwood, Missouri, specializing in custom sauces, dressings, and beverage mixers. Established in 1986, the company has over 30 years of experience producing high-quality refrigerated and shelf-stable products for a diverse clientele, including multi-unit restaurant chains, retailers, convenience stores, grocery store chains, and food distributors. Arcobasso Foods operates a 60,000 square foot facility equipped with capabilities for various packaging formats, including retail, single-serve, multi-use for foodservice, and bulk products. The company focuses on delivering customizable solutions, allowing clients to enhance the quality, taste, and texture of their food offerings. As of 2019, Arcobasso Foods operates as a subsidiary of Golding Farms Foods, Inc.

Sun Pine

Debt Financing in 2012
Sun-Pine manufactures pine oil disinfectants, pine oil cleaners, pourable fragranced cleaners, household ammonia, household bleach, and a line of convenience trigger spray products including window, glass, surface, bathroom, bleach, carpet, and all-purpose household surface cleaners.

Lamm Food Service

Debt Financing in 2012
Lamm Food Service is a full-line food distributor that specializes in providing high-quality products and exceptional service tailored to the unique needs of its customers. The company offers a diverse selection of name-brand products from renowned national manufacturers while also supporting local businesses that produce Louisiana food products. Lamm Food Service primarily distributes food to various institutions, including schools, hospitals, and prisons throughout Louisiana, ensuring timely delivery and meeting the specific requirements of each client. With a commitment to quality and service, Lamm Food Service plays a vital role in the region's food supply chain.

Sunflower Food & Spice Company

Debt Financing in 2012
Sunflower Food & Spice Company, established in 1994, is a Missouri-based business specializing in the production and distribution of seed and gourmet snack products. Its extensive portfolio includes sunny seed drops, nuts and seeds, cookies and candies, pretzels and popcorns, seed vinaigrettes, cheese and seed biscuits, and bagel spread mixes. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including gift basket companies, department stores, gourmet retailers, and the food service industry, primarily through specialty groceries, supermarkets, department stores, and retail chains.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2012
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Sunflower Food & Spice Company

Debt Financing in 2011
Sunflower Food & Spice Company, established in 1994, is a Missouri-based business specializing in the production and distribution of seed and gourmet snack products. Its extensive portfolio includes sunny seed drops, nuts and seeds, cookies and candies, pretzels and popcorns, seed vinaigrettes, cheese and seed biscuits, and bagel spread mixes. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including gift basket companies, department stores, gourmet retailers, and the food service industry, primarily through specialty groceries, supermarkets, department stores, and retail chains.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2010
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Sunflower Food & Spice Company

Debt Financing in 2010
Sunflower Food & Spice Company, established in 1994, is a Missouri-based business specializing in the production and distribution of seed and gourmet snack products. Its extensive portfolio includes sunny seed drops, nuts and seeds, cookies and candies, pretzels and popcorns, seed vinaigrettes, cheese and seed biscuits, and bagel spread mixes. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including gift basket companies, department stores, gourmet retailers, and the food service industry, primarily through specialty groceries, supermarkets, department stores, and retail chains.

Willert Home Products

Debt Financing in 2009
Willert Home Products, Inc. is a manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in a range of household products designed to enhance cleanliness and hygiene. Founded in 1946, the company offers various items under well-known brands, including Enoz, which specializes in moth preventives and closet storage solutions, as well as Bowl Fresh, known for toilet cleaners and deodorizers. Willert's product line also features air fresheners, room deodorizers, and home and garden items such as flyswatters and pest control products. The company serves a broad market, distributing its products in the United States, Mexico, Asia, and other international locations, and maintains a strong online presence for customer accessibility.

Sunflower Food & Spice Company

Debt Financing in 2008
Sunflower Food & Spice Company, established in 1994, is a Missouri-based business specializing in the production and distribution of seed and gourmet snack products. Its extensive portfolio includes sunny seed drops, nuts and seeds, cookies and candies, pretzels and popcorns, seed vinaigrettes, cheese and seed biscuits, and bagel spread mixes. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including gift basket companies, department stores, gourmet retailers, and the food service industry, primarily through specialty groceries, supermarkets, department stores, and retail chains.

Sunflower Food & Spice Company

Venture Round in 2008
Sunflower Food & Spice Company, established in 1994, is a Missouri-based business specializing in the production and distribution of seed and gourmet snack products. Its extensive portfolio includes sunny seed drops, nuts and seeds, cookies and candies, pretzels and popcorns, seed vinaigrettes, cheese and seed biscuits, and bagel spread mixes. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including gift basket companies, department stores, gourmet retailers, and the food service industry, primarily through specialty groceries, supermarkets, department stores, and retail chains.
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