L Catterton

L Catterton is a global private equity firm specializing in consumer-focused investments. Founded in 1989, it operates through regional offices in Europe, Asia, and North America, with headquarters in Greenwich, Connecticut. The firm invests in growth capital, buyouts, and recapitalizations across various consumer sectors, including food and beverage, retail, consumer products, and services. It targets companies with enterprise values ranging from €50 million to €400 million, and sales values between €30 million and €400 million. L Catterton provides strategic and operational support to its portfolio companies, aiming to enhance performance and investment returns. It typically invests between €15 million and €40 million, and can take either majority or minority stakes.

Tian Ai

Managing Director

Jean-Philippe Barade

Partner

Sacha Barry

Vice President

Todd Bartee

Operating Partner

Elia Besana

Vice President

Chinta Bhagat

Managing Partner

Mathieu Le Bozec

Managing Partner and Founder

Johanna Buijsen

Associate

Riccardo Cammi

Associate

Arabella Caporello

Partner

Whitney Casey

Venture Partner

Christopher Casgar

Principal

Paolo Cavaiani

Vice President

Scott Chen

Managing Partner

Michael Chu

Global Co-CEO

Scott Dahnke

Global Co-CEO

Akash Desai

Vice President

Eric Donado

Principal

Dirk Donath

Managing Partner, Latin America

David Dong

Vice President

Evan Einstein

Principal

Evan Einstein

Principal

Dennis B. Ever

Managing Partner

Michael J. Farello

Managing Partner, Growth Fund

Grégoire Faure

Senior Associate

Luigi Feola

Managing Partner

Ian Friedman

Partner, Managing Director and Co-Head of Technology Investing @ L Catterton Growth

Rahul Garg

Vice President

Liz Gordon

Principal

Jimmy Jin

Principal

Farah Khan

Managing Partner

Ido Krakowsky

Vice President

Léonor Ladeira

Principal

Erin Lambroza

Vice President

Ramiro Lauzan

Partner

Marzak Li

Managing Director

Matt Lischick

Partner

Michael Meyer

Operating Partner

Courtney Nelson

Principal

Christopher North

Managing Partner

Jonathan H. Owsley

Managing Partner

Shinjini Palit

Analyst, Investments

Avik Pramanik

Partner

Alice Raksin

Principal

Shahab Rashid

Managing Partner and Co-Head of Private Credit

Jennifer Reid

Partner

Chris Roberts

Partner, Growth Fund

Anjana Sasidharan

Partner

Tolga Sengel

Principal

Rajan Shah

Principal

Lily Shaw

Vice President

Spencer Silverman

Vice President

Howard Steyn

Partner for Global Initiatives

Ravi Thakran

Managing Partner and Chairman

Eduardo Velasco

Partner

Romain Verani

Vice President

Elizabeth Wells

Principal

Ryuhei Yamaguchi

Managing Director

Akash Desai

Principal

Past deals in Consumer Electronics

Tenways

Series B in 2023
Tenways is a manufacturer and seller of eBikes designed to facilitate daily commuting in an effortless, speedy, and eco-friendly manner. The company focuses on creating affordable and easy-to-use bicycles that cater to a growing demand for sustainable transportation options. With a robust, vertically integrated global manufacturing and supply chain, Tenways ensures that its eBikes are not only reliable but also contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional commuting methods.

Cionic

Series A in 2023
Cionic, Inc. is a technology company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in developing wearable solutions aimed at enhancing human performance and quality of life. Founded in 2018, Cionic focuses on creating precision bionics, including neural sleeves, that provide comprehensive analysis and precise augmentation to help individuals overcome physical limitations. Their products integrate advanced hardware, software, and algorithms, emphasizing functional wearability and personalized intelligence. By addressing the adverse effects of physical ailments, Cionic aims to empower users to improve their functionality and overall performance.

Tonal

Venture Round in 2023
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Tenways

Series A in 2023
Tenways is a manufacturer and seller of eBikes designed to facilitate daily commuting in an effortless, speedy, and eco-friendly manner. The company focuses on creating affordable and easy-to-use bicycles that cater to a growing demand for sustainable transportation options. With a robust, vertically integrated global manufacturing and supply chain, Tenways ensures that its eBikes are not only reliable but also contribute to reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional commuting methods.

Hydrow

Series D in 2022
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

iFit

Private Equity Round in 2022
iFit is a global subscription technology company specializing in interactive personal training, serving a community of six million engaged members across 120 countries. The company offers a unique fitness experience through its proprietary streaming technology, which facilitates real-time interaction between users and their trainers, as well as their smart exercise machines. iFit-enabled devices can automatically adjust speed, incline, decline, and resistance during workouts, creating a seamless experience. The platform provides a diverse array of content, including interactive studio classes, global workouts, cross-training sessions, and workouts utilizing Google Maps. iFit's offerings are integrated with well-known industry brands such as NordicTrack, ProForm, Weider, Freemotion, and Sweat, combining cutting-edge software, engaging content, and advanced hardware to enhance users' fitness journeys.

West Marine

Acquisition in 2021
West Marine, Inc. is a specialty retailer based in Watsonville, California, focusing on a wide range of boating supplies and water-related products. The company offers over 85,000 items, including core boating products such as maintenance equipment, electronics, sailboat hardware, anchors, docking systems, engine components, safety gear, and plumbing supplies. Additionally, West Marine provides apparel, footwear, fishing gear, water sports equipment, paddle sports accessories, coolers, and various lifestyle products related to marine activities. The company serves both retail and professional customers, including boat sales and repair businesses, yacht charters, and marinas, through its network of stores, e-commerce platforms, and catalog services. Established in 1968, West Marine operates approximately 254 locations across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The company is committed to enhancing customer value while promoting environmental sustainability and the protection of marine habitats.

PHC Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2021
PHC Holdings Corp is a global corporation dedicated to the development, manufacture, and sale of healthcare devices and services. Leveraging its expertise in consumer electronics and appliances, the company focuses on creating innovative healthcare and research technologies. By integrating ideas and advancements from its extensive network of industrial and consumer products, PHC Holdings aims to address significant global challenges in health and wellness. The company is recognized for delivering a comprehensive range of biomedical products that enhance healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes.

Tonal

Series E in 2021
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Hydrow

Series B in 2020
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

iFit

Private Equity Round in 2020
iFit is a global subscription technology company specializing in interactive personal training, serving a community of six million engaged members across 120 countries. The company offers a unique fitness experience through its proprietary streaming technology, which facilitates real-time interaction between users and their trainers, as well as their smart exercise machines. iFit-enabled devices can automatically adjust speed, incline, decline, and resistance during workouts, creating a seamless experience. The platform provides a diverse array of content, including interactive studio classes, global workouts, cross-training sessions, and workouts utilizing Google Maps. iFit's offerings are integrated with well-known industry brands such as NordicTrack, ProForm, Weider, Freemotion, and Sweat, combining cutting-edge software, engaging content, and advanced hardware to enhance users' fitness journeys.

Tonal

Series D in 2020
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Public Goods

Series A in 2020
Public Goods is a direct-to-consumer brand based in New York, established in 2015. The company specializes in manufacturing and marketing a wide range of unisex health, beauty, household, grocery, and vitamin products. Its offerings include hair and body care items, dental and menstrual care products, essential oils, cleaning supplies, and various food items such as cereals, snacks, and sauces. Public Goods distinguishes itself through a membership model that grants access to eco-friendly, high-quality essentials at competitive prices. The company emphasizes sustainability, providing products that are cruelty-free and free from artificial colors and chemicals. By operating on lower product margins compared to traditional brands, Public Goods aims to deliver natural and healthy household essentials to consumers in a convenient online format.

Hydrow

Series B in 2020
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

Enjoy Technology

Series C in 2019
Enjoy Technology, Inc. is a retail company that specializes in delivering entertainment products and electronics directly to customers through an innovative on-demand mobile store model. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional operations in New York, Enjoy offers a wide range of products, including smartphones, speakers, home theaters, and gaming devices. The company's platform allows for real-time order matching with product experts, streamlining logistics to enhance the shopping experience. Despite its unique approach to retailing, Enjoy Technology has faced significant challenges and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Tonal

Series C in 2019
Tonal is a smart home gym that combines artificial intelligence with expert-led coaching to deliver personalized strength training experiences. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tonal manufactures fitness equipment that is wall-mounted and eliminates the need for traditional weights by using a system of magnets and electricity to provide adjustable resistance. The device features sensors and a touchscreen display that tracks workouts in real-time, allowing users to engage in full-body fitness routines without the inconvenience of switching machines. Additionally, Tonal offers tailored workout plans aimed at various fitness goals, including muscle building and athletic performance, along with live and recorded classes led by certified coaches.

Hydrow

Series A in 2019
Hydrow Inc., established in 2017 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializes in manufacturing high-end virtual rowing machines for home workouts. The company's flagship product, Hydrow, offers users an immersive rowing experience akin to being on the water, complete with adjustable resistance, real-time visuals, and audio, guided by expert instructors via on-demand digital courses. Hydrow sells its products directly to consumers through its online platform.

Airxcel

Acquisition in 2018
Airxcel, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions for various applications, including recreational vehicles, telecommunications enclosures, and assisted living facilities. The company's diverse product offerings include air conditioners, furnaces, water heaters, cooking appliances, rooftop products, sealants, roller shades, and ventilation systems. With a workforce of over 800 employees, Airxcel operates three manufacturing facilities and five sales and distribution locations across the United States, enabling it to market its RV and HVAC products globally. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse customer base.

Gentle Monster

Private Equity Round in 2017
Gentle Monster is a luxury eyewear brand known for its distinctive philosophy of "weird beauty" and commitment to high-end experimentation. The company specializes in designer sunglasses that embody the latest fashion trends, offering a diverse array of eyewear products. These include colored flat-tinted lenses and ultraviolet protection glasses, ensuring that customers not only look stylish but also benefit from effective eye protection. By blending innovative design with quality craftsmanship, Gentle Monster positions itself as a leader in the luxury eyewear market.

360fly

Series C in 2016
360fly develops innovative products and software for creating interactive 360-degree video experiences. The company specializes in panoramic video cameras, including the 360fly HD and 360fly 4K models, which cater to a diverse audience ranging from extreme sports enthusiasts to families documenting special occasions. Their technology features a single-lens design that captures seamless 360-degree video, allowing users to easily shoot, edit, and share their content on popular social media platforms. This capability enhances how users experience and share life's moments, pushing the boundaries of video, virtual reality, and visual storytelling.

Peloton

Series D in 2015
Peloton is an innovative company in the fitness industry, established in 2012 and headquartered in New York. It operates an interactive fitness platform, offering a unique blend of high-quality hardware, engaging software, and diverse content. Peloton's primary offerings include connected fitness products, such as stationary bikes and treadmills, along with related accessories. The company generates significant revenue from its subscription services, which provide access to live and on-demand fitness classes led by elite instructors. These classes are enhanced by performance tracking metrics and a real-time leaderboard, fostering a socially connected and motivating workout environment. Peloton sells its products online and through a growing number of showrooms across the United States, primarily catering to a North American audience while also expanding into international markets.

360fly

Series B in 2014
360fly develops innovative products and software for creating interactive 360-degree video experiences. The company specializes in panoramic video cameras, including the 360fly HD and 360fly 4K models, which cater to a diverse audience ranging from extreme sports enthusiasts to families documenting special occasions. Their technology features a single-lens design that captures seamless 360-degree video, allowing users to easily shoot, edit, and share their content on popular social media platforms. This capability enhances how users experience and share life's moments, pushing the boundaries of video, virtual reality, and visual storytelling.

Cellularline

Acquisition in 2013
Cellular Italia S.P.A specializes in manufacturing and selling accessories for smartphones and tablets. The company's product range is categorized into three main areas: Protection & Style, which includes various types of cases and screen protection products; Charging & Utilities, featuring battery chargers, cables, and other essential accessories; and Voice & Sport, which encompasses products designed for audio and fitness use. Cellularline aims to enhance the functionality and aesthetics of mobile devices through its diverse offerings.

NJOY

Private Equity Round in 2012
NJOY, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of electronic cigarettes and vaping products, offering both rechargeable and non-rechargeable options. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, the company has positioned itself as a pioneer in the vaping industry, aiming to provide adult smokers with alternatives to traditional combustible cigarettes. NJOY's product range includes non-rechargeable electronic cigarette packs, rechargeable starter kits complete with batteries and cartridge refills, disposable electronic cigarettes, and various accessories like chargers. The company markets its products through an extensive network, including online platforms and retail locations such as convenience stores, effectively reaching customers across all 50 states. With additional offices in New York City, NJOY continues to innovate within the vaping sector, contributing to its significant growth.
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