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

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

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 and Managing Director, Growth Fund

Rahul Garg

Vice President

Liz Gordon

Principal

Jimmy Jin

Principal

Farah Khan

Managing Partner

Léonor Ladeira

Principal

Erin Lambroza

Vice President

Ramiro Lauzan

Partner

Marzak Li

Managing Director

Matt Lischick

Partner

Sanjiv Mehta

Executive Chairman

Michael Meyer

Operating Partner

Michael Mitterlehner

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 Wellness

California Naturals

Series A in 2024
California Naturals is a personal care brand dedicated to offering clean, safe, and natural products at affordable prices. The company specializes in the manufacture of hair and body care items, including shampoo, conditioner, masque, body wash, and moisturizer. By providing these essential personal care products, California Naturals aims to replace harmful items commonly found in bathrooms and homes, promoting healthier choices for consumers worldwide.

Wonderbelly

Series A in 2024
Wonderbelly is a company that specializes in digestive health products, focusing on the development and marketing of antacid remedies designed to alleviate heartburn and acid reflux symptoms. Its product offerings include non-genetically modified and vegan drugs made from a blend of ingredients such as calcium carbonate, vegetable cellulose, vegetable stearate, maize starch, sucrose, and natural flavors. By utilizing these carefully selected components, Wonderbelly aims to provide effective solutions for individuals experiencing gastroenterological issues like acid indigestion and upset stomach. The company's commitment to health and wellness is reflected in its product formulation, catering to consumers seeking natural and effective relief options.

Equinox Fitness

Private Equity Round in 2024
Equinox Fitness is a leading operator of upscale fitness clubs and spas, with a presence in major cities across the United States, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Chicago, Boston, Dallas, Houston, and Washington, DC, as well as international locations in London, Toronto, and Vancouver. The company provides a comprehensive range of services and products designed to promote health and wellness, including strength and cardio training, group fitness classes, personal training, and spa services. Additionally, Equinox offers branded apparel and food and juice bar options, creating an integrated fitness experience for its members. With a commitment to enhancing the fitness journey, Equinox caters to clients seeking a high-quality fitness environment.

Alice Mushrooms

Seed Round in 2024
Alice Mushrooms specializes in the production of functional mushroom chocolates, designed to enhance energy, focus, and overall wellness. These chocolates are crafted using organic ingredients, without any artificial flavors or preservatives. The product range includes formulations with Cordyceps for vitality and stamina, and Lion's Mane for brain health. Alice Mushrooms combines mushrooms with nootropics and adaptogens to create chocolates that support sleep, focus, and full body wellness. The company caters to individuals seeking natural enhancers for their daily routines.

Wthn

Series A in 2024
Wthn LLC is a natural wellness brand based in New York that specializes in acupuncture, herbal remedies, and cupping therapy. Founded in 2017 by Michelle Larivee and Shari Auth, the company aims to make these ancient healing practices accessible to a broader audience while educating clients about their benefits. Wthn offers a range of services designed to promote relaxation and overall well-being, helping individuals manage stress, improve digestive health, and enhance their natural healing processes. By integrating traditional methods with modern approaches, Wthn seeks to empower clients to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives through its restorative therapies and organic products.

Thorne HealthTech

Acquisition in 2023
Thorne HealthTech is a science-driven wellness company that is utilizing testing and data to create improved product efficacy and deliver personalized solutions to consumers, health professionals and corporations. Thorne HealthTech’s unique, vertically integrated brands, Thorne and Onegevity, provide insights and personalized data, products, and services that help individuals take a proactive and actionable approach to improving and maintaining their health over a lifetime.

Irene Forte Skincare

Venture Round in 2023
Irene Forte Skincare is a natural beauty skincare brand made with plant extracts, oraganic and vegan ingredients that nourishes the skin from the outside in.

California Naturals

Seed Round in 2023
California Naturals is a personal care brand dedicated to offering clean, safe, and natural products at affordable prices. The company specializes in the manufacture of hair and body care items, including shampoo, conditioner, masque, body wash, and moisturizer. By providing these essential personal care products, California Naturals aims to replace harmful items commonly found in bathrooms and homes, promoting healthier choices for consumers worldwide.

Rennaï

Venture Round in 2023
Rennaï is a beauty and self-care destination focused on promoting optimal well-being. The company provides a diverse range of beauty products sourced from around the world, alongside personalized self-care services. These services include consultations with experts in beauty, nutrition, and wellness, aimed at helping customers nourish their minds, bodies, and souls. By creating a highly accessible environment, Rennaï seeks to empower individuals to prioritize their self-care and enhance their overall quality of life.

Tally Health

Seed Round in 2023
Tally Health is a biotechnology company focused on transforming the aging process through innovative solutions. Co-founded by Dr. David Sinclair, a prominent expert in the field of longevity, Tally Health offers a membership subscription that provides members with proprietary diagnostic tests and individualized lifestyle recommendations. The company's approach combines scientific research with practical interventions, including a longevity supplement designed to enhance overall wellness. By equipping members with evidence-based tools and resources, Tally Health aims to empower individuals to achieve healthier and longer lives.

ZOE

Series B in 2022
ZOE is a personalized nutrition company that focuses on improving individual health through a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationships between food, lifestyle, and health. It operates the world's largest nutrition-science study, as well as the ZOE Health Study, which initially addressed the impacts of COVID-19. The company offers at-home testing kits that assess gut health, blood fat, and blood sugar responses, providing personalized dietary recommendations based on individual reactions to food. Users receive tailored advice through an integrated mobile application, which includes food scores and guidance for making healthier dietary choices over a four-week period. ZOE's research is grounded in the understanding that gut bacteria significantly influence health, and its findings have been published in prestigious peer-reviewed journals. Through its innovative approach, ZOE aims to empower individuals to enhance their well-being and adopt healthier lifestyles.

I and love and you

Series C in 2022
I and love and you is a company dedicated to producing high-quality, raw pet food products. The company focuses on creating healthy, whole-food nutrition for pets using premium ingredients sourced in the United States. Their offerings include real meat, fish, and poultry, with no grains, fillers, or artificial ingredients, ensuring easy digestion and a balanced diet for pets. I and love and you provides a comprehensive Total Pet Care Solution, encompassing food, treats, chews, supplements, and remedies, all designed to meet rigorous ingredient standards and approved by an on-staff holistic veterinarian.

Oddity

Venture Round in 2022
ODDITY is a consumer-tech company that builds and scales digital-first brands to disrupt the offline-dominated beauty and wellness industries. The company owns IL MAKIAGE and SpoiledChild.

Veracity

Seed Round in 2021
Veracity is a health-focused company that specializes in root-cause metabolic health solutions, offering clinically-backed and drug-free products aimed at energy and weight management. The company has experienced significant growth, achieving an annual recurring revenue of $11 million and deriving 90% of its revenue from subscriptions. Veracity is committed to modernizing the global weight management market, estimated at $1 trillion, by providing safe and sustainable alternatives for individuals seeking to avoid certain medications. In addition to its metabolic health offerings, Veracity manufactures personal care and wellness products that focus on hormonal balance, empowering customers with personalized recommendations based on scientific data. The company's holistic approach addresses underlying health issues, positioning it as a leader in the evolving landscape of wellness solutions.

Deep

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Deep is a sleep health company at the vanguard of the new wave in sleep care. We deliver a clinically proven, personalized program of behavior change and are building out cutting-edge diagnostic tools, and coordinated physician-based care to realize our vision of a better healthcare system enabled by sleep.

Veracity

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Veracity is a health-focused company that specializes in root-cause metabolic health solutions, offering clinically-backed and drug-free products aimed at energy and weight management. The company has experienced significant growth, achieving an annual recurring revenue of $11 million and deriving 90% of its revenue from subscriptions. Veracity is committed to modernizing the global weight management market, estimated at $1 trillion, by providing safe and sustainable alternatives for individuals seeking to avoid certain medications. In addition to its metabolic health offerings, Veracity manufactures personal care and wellness products that focus on hormonal balance, empowering customers with personalized recommendations based on scientific data. The company's holistic approach addresses underlying health issues, positioning it as a leader in the evolving landscape of wellness solutions.

ClassPass

Series E in 2020
ClassPass is a global online platform that facilitates access to diverse fitness experiences across multiple gyms and studios worldwide. With over 25,000 partners globally, ClassPass offers members a wide range of classes such as yoga, cycling, Pilates, boxing, massage, and acupuncture, totaling more than 5 million classes monthly. Utilizing machine learning algorithms, the platform surfaces personalized recommendations to enhance users' discovery process. Through its flat-rate monthly subscription billing service, ClassPass enables users to explore various fitness activities on-demand from top studios worldwide, promoting accessibility and variety in workouts. Additionally, ClassPass collaborates with studio partners to merchandise excess inventory, attract new customers, and generate supplementary revenue streams within the fitness industry.

Kopari Beauty

Series A in 2019
Kopari Beauty is a brand focused on creating a diverse range of beauty products that harness the benefits of 100% pure organic coconut oil. The company emphasizes a healthy and mindful lifestyle, offering products that enhance natural beauty and promote vitality. Kopari's product line includes deodorants, face cleansers, and body moisturizers, all formulated without harmful ingredients such as sulfates, silicones, and parabens. By using coconut oil as a key ingredient, Kopari aims to provide effective solutions that nourish and regenerate hair and skin, celebrating the natural radiance within each individual.

Getaway

Series B in 2019
Getaway is a wellness hospitality company specializing in cabin rentals located in tranquil natural settings. The company offers beautifully designed tiny houses nestled in the woods, encouraging guests to disconnect from technology by using provided lockboxes for their cell phones. This approach fosters an environment conducive to genuine conversation and appreciation of nature. Getaway's mission is to create a lasting impact on guests, inspiring them to return for more experiences that help them reconnect with themselves and what truly matters. The company provides the essentials for a comfortable stay, allowing guests to define their own experiences. Getaway's outposts are strategically located within a two-hour drive from major metropolitan cities, making it convenient for city-dwellers to escape urban life and unwind in nature. Currently, Getaway operates three outposts near New York, Boston, and Washington, DC.

Nutrafol

Series B in 2019
Nutrafol is a prominent brand specializing in hair growth supplements for both men and women, founded in 2014 and based in New York. As the leading dermatologist-recommended company in this sector, Nutrafol adopts a comprehensive approach to wellness, targeting the internal factors that contribute to hair loss and overall hair health. Its product line features clinically-backed nutraceutical supplements that utilize a blend of natural botanicals, designed to address issues such as stress, hormonal imbalances, aging, and free radicals. Nutrafol's commitment to scientific research is supported by a team of doctors and researchers focused on advancements in genetics, biotechnology, and anti-aging medicine. The brand is endorsed by over 3,000 physicians, clinics, and stylists across the United States, establishing its reputation for reliable and effective hair health solutions.

Persona

Series A in 2018
Persona (formerly Vitamin Packs), the next generation personalized nutrition program, helps consumers take the guesswork out of the dietary supplement aisle by using researched science to deliver personalized nutrition safely and conveniently. Persona uses thousands of personalized inputs to recommend supplements that meet individual needs and lifestyle habits. As a proud supporter of Vitamin Angels®, every Persona order provides two children who are malnourished a full year of vitamins. To learn more about Persona, please visit www.personanutrition.com.

ClassPass

Series D in 2018
ClassPass is a global online platform that facilitates access to diverse fitness experiences across multiple gyms and studios worldwide. With over 25,000 partners globally, ClassPass offers members a wide range of classes such as yoga, cycling, Pilates, boxing, massage, and acupuncture, totaling more than 5 million classes monthly. Utilizing machine learning algorithms, the platform surfaces personalized recommendations to enhance users' discovery process. Through its flat-rate monthly subscription billing service, ClassPass enables users to explore various fitness activities on-demand from top studios worldwide, promoting accessibility and variety in workouts. Additionally, ClassPass collaborates with studio partners to merchandise excess inventory, attract new customers, and generate supplementary revenue streams within the fitness industry.

Persona

Private Equity Round in 2018
Persona (formerly Vitamin Packs), the next generation personalized nutrition program, helps consumers take the guesswork out of the dietary supplement aisle by using researched science to deliver personalized nutrition safely and conveniently. Persona uses thousands of personalized inputs to recommend supplements that meet individual needs and lifestyle habits. As a proud supporter of Vitamin Angels®, every Persona order provides two children who are malnourished a full year of vitamins. To learn more about Persona, please visit www.personanutrition.com.

Equinox Fitness

Private Equity Round in 2017
Equinox Fitness is a leading operator of upscale fitness clubs and spas, with a presence in major cities across the United States, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Chicago, Boston, Dallas, Houston, and Washington, DC, as well as international locations in London, Toronto, and Vancouver. The company provides a comprehensive range of services and products designed to promote health and wellness, including strength and cardio training, group fitness classes, personal training, and spa services. Additionally, Equinox offers branded apparel and food and juice bar options, creating an integrated fitness experience for its members. With a commitment to enhancing the fitness journey, Equinox caters to clients seeking a high-quality fitness environment.

I and love and you

Private Equity Round in 2017
I and love and you is a company dedicated to producing high-quality, raw pet food products. The company focuses on creating healthy, whole-food nutrition for pets using premium ingredients sourced in the United States. Their offerings include real meat, fish, and poultry, with no grains, fillers, or artificial ingredients, ensuring easy digestion and a balanced diet for pets. I and love and you provides a comprehensive Total Pet Care Solution, encompassing food, treats, chews, supplements, and remedies, all designed to meet rigorous ingredient standards and approved by an on-staff holistic veterinarian.

TULA

Series A in 2017
TULA is a lifestyle brand established in 2013 by Dr. Roshini Raj, Ken Landis, and Dan Reich, focusing on empowering women to achieve healthier and more balanced lives through their beauty routines. The company emphasizes the importance of natural ingredients, utilizing Probiotic Technology to enhance skin health by promoting the balance of the skin microbiome. TULA's product line includes face cleansers, moisturizers, serums, anti-aging creams, eye care, and toners, all formulated with non-toxic ingredients to improve skin hydration and resilience. By harnessing the benefits of probiotics, TULA aims to create effective skincare solutions that not only enhance external beauty but also foster inner confidence.

Getaway

Funding Round in 2017
Getaway is a wellness hospitality company specializing in cabin rentals located in tranquil natural settings. The company offers beautifully designed tiny houses nestled in the woods, encouraging guests to disconnect from technology by using provided lockboxes for their cell phones. This approach fosters an environment conducive to genuine conversation and appreciation of nature. Getaway's mission is to create a lasting impact on guests, inspiring them to return for more experiences that help them reconnect with themselves and what truly matters. The company provides the essentials for a comfortable stay, allowing guests to define their own experiences. Getaway's outposts are strategically located within a two-hour drive from major metropolitan cities, making it convenient for city-dwellers to escape urban life and unwind in nature. Currently, Getaway operates three outposts near New York, Boston, and Washington, DC.

Kopari Beauty

Venture Round in 2017
Kopari Beauty is a brand focused on creating a diverse range of beauty products that harness the benefits of 100% pure organic coconut oil. The company emphasizes a healthy and mindful lifestyle, offering products that enhance natural beauty and promote vitality. Kopari's product line includes deodorants, face cleansers, and body moisturizers, all formulated without harmful ingredients such as sulfates, silicones, and parabens. By using coconut oil as a key ingredient, Kopari aims to provide effective solutions that nourish and regenerate hair and skin, celebrating the natural radiance within each individual.

Bodytech

Series B in 2016
Bodytech, founded in 1997 by Nicolás Loaiza and Gigliola Aycardi as part of their MBA project, is the second-largest gym company in Latin America. Headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates over 75 locations in Colombia, along with branches in Peru and Chile. Bodytech aims to enhance health and well-being through a comprehensive approach to fitness, offering full-service gyms that include advanced cardio and weight training equipment, group fitness classes, swimming pools, and spa services. The company also caters to families with gyms designed for children. In addition to fitness facilities, Bodytech provides integrated health services through a network of doctors, physiotherapists, and nutritionists. This holistic focus positions Bodytech as a leader in the fitness industry, dedicated to promoting healthier lifestyles across the region.

Steiner Leisure

Acquisition in 2015
Steiner Leisure Limited is a global provider of spa and medi-spa services, as well as a manufacturer and distributor of premium skincare, body care, and hair care products. The company offers accredited education for aspiring spa professionals, covering essential skills such as massage, skincare, and spa management. Its Maritime and Resort Spa divisions operate over 200 venues on land and at sea, catering to a diverse clientele. Steiner's product brands include Bliss, Elemis, Jou, La Thérapie, Mandara, and its own line of skincare and wellness products. These products are available through Steiner-operated day spas, resorts, and spas-at-sea, while Elemis is also distributed to more than 1,200 third-party spas. Additionally, both Bliss and Elemis products can be found in retail outlets worldwide, expanding their reach in the beauty and wellness market.

Flywheel Sports

Venture Round in 2014
Flywheel Sports, Inc. was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in New York, New York. The company specializes in indoor cycling and precision training, offering a distinctive, data-driven fitness experience that emphasizes high-intensity cardio workouts. Flywheel's studios provide an immersive environment designed for riders seeking effective fitness solutions, competitive engagement, and enjoyment in their workouts. In addition to its cycling classes, the company sells apparel and accessories online. However, on September 14, 2020, Flywheel Sports filed for liquidation under Chapter 7 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, marking a significant change in its operational status.

CorePower Yoga

Private Equity Round in 2013
CorePower Yoga, LLC operates a network of yoga fitness studios across the United States, providing a diverse range of yoga classes, including hot power fusion and hot yoga. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company aims to make yoga accessible to individuals of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. In addition to its core class offerings, CorePower Yoga also provides various training programs, such as 200-hour yoga teacher training and specialized workshops. The company enhances the yoga experience by offering convenient schedules, online instruction, and additional services like towel and mat rentals, as well as the sale of water. CorePower Yoga emphasizes a blend of fitness and mindfulness, fostering a welcoming environment for students to pursue their yoga journey.
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