International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with global offices, IFC provides financial and advisory services to support economic activities across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services. It invests in both direct equity and debt, as well as fund investments, with a focus on projects that promote sustainable development and inclusive growth. IFC's investment range typically spans from $1 million to $100 million, with a minority equity stake, often up to 20%. It also offers debt financing, with loan sizes up to 25% of total project costs or 50% for expansion projects. IFC's portfolio includes a mix of asset-backed securities, corporate debt securities, government obligations, equity investments, and derivative assets. It aims to exit investments through domestic stock markets, arrangements with project sponsors, or public listings within 7 to 15 years.
Regional Industry Director, Financial Institutions Group, Asia and Pacific
Stephanie Friedeburg
Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Resources
Mohamed Gouled
Vice President, Industries
Cheryl Hanway
Director
Saadia Khairi
Vice President and Chief Risk Officer
Rosy Khanna
Regional Industry Director for Financial Institutions in Asia-Pacific
Alfonso Garcia Mora
Regional Vice President for Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean
Vivek Pathak
Director and Global Head of Climate Business
Mary Peschka
Regional Director for Eastern Africa
Sergio Pimenta
Regional Vice President, Africa
Oumar Seydi
IFC Regional Director, Africa
Sarvesh Suri
Regional Industry Director, Infrastructure and Natural Resources
Dahlia Khalifa
Regional Director of Central Africa, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone
Past deals in FMCG
Bizongo
Series E in 2025
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Joincare Pharmaceutical
Post in 2024
Joincare Pharmaceutical Industry Group Co., Ltd (hereinafter called Joincare Pharmaceutical Group), growing out of Shenzhen Taitai Healthcare Food Co., Ltd, was established by the board chairman Zhu Baoguo in the year 1992. The leading position in the healthcare industry was established by “Taitai Oral Liquid”. The strategy of the company was in transition to enter pharmaceutical industry in 1995, and was renamed Shenzhen Taitai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. This transformation was successfully completed by the acquisition of Shenzhen Haibin Pharmaceutica Co., Ltd in 1997. In 1999, the company was renamed Shenzhen.
Ulker Biskuvi Sanayi
Post in 2024
Ulker Biskuvi is a prominent Turkish manufacturer specializing in a variety of baked goods, including biscuits, crackers, chocolate, and cakes. Operating from multiple production facilities in Turkey, the company produces well-known brands such as Ulker, Alpella, Halk, Kat Tat, and Karsa. Biscuit and chocolate sales each contribute over 40% to Ulker Biskuvi's total revenue, with cake sales making up the remainder. The company generates nearly 90% of its revenue from the Turkish market and is a subsidiary of Yildiz Holding. Additionally, Ulker Biskuvi has a financial interest in the Godiva brand, further expanding its portfolio in the confectionery sector.
Shadowfax
Series E in 2024
Shadowfax is an on-demand logistics network that specializes in providing tech-enabled delivery solutions across various sectors, including e-commerce, food, pharmacy, and consumer goods. By leveraging its unique app, the company offers a reliable last-mile delivery service, allowing businesses to concentrate on their core operations while outsourcing their delivery needs. Shadowfax aims to enhance the customer experience through efficient, fast, and dependable delivery options. Its platform serves both online and offline retailers, catering to the diverse logistics demands of merchants and ensuring timely service. The company envisions establishing itself as a trustworthy and desirable delivery platform, emphasizing the use of advanced technology to streamline logistics and improve customer satisfaction.
Drenik ND
Debt Financing in 2024
Drenik ND is a manufacturing and distribution company specializing in hygienic paper products. It produces and supplies a range of items, including toilet paper, kitchen towels, napkins, and industrial towels, with a focus on improving well-being through hygiene and health solutions.
Bizongo
Series E in 2023
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Edita Food Industries
Post in 2023
Edita Food Industries is a prominent consumer goods company based in Egypt, specializing in the manufacture, packaging, marketing, and distribution of a wide variety of food and snack products. The company's offerings include confectionery items such as cakes, biscuits, wafers, rusks, and candy, with notable brands like Molto, TODO, Bake Rolz, and Twinkies. Edita operates across six key segments, with the cakes segment accounting for a significant portion of its sales. The company boasts an extensive distribution network that serves wholesalers and retailers throughout the Middle East and North Africa, reaching over seventeen regional markets. In addition to its core operations, Edita has the flexibility to engage in alternative activities and pursue ownership stakes in other companies, in compliance with local laws and regulations.
Meghna Group Of Industries
Debt Financing in 2023
Meghna Group of Industries is a prominent manufacturer and operator of consumer goods and services based in Bangladesh. It operates as a conglomerate, encompassing a diverse range of sectors, including sugar, oil, cement, beverages, tissue, poultry, chemicals, and paper. This extensive portfolio allows the company to cater to various market demands and contribute significantly to the economy. Meghna Group's commitment to quality and innovation has established it as a key player in the consumer products industry within the region.
Agrocorp International
Debt Financing in 2022
Agrocorp International is a prominent player in the distribution and trading of agro-based commodities, operating across various global markets, including Canada, West Africa, China, Turkey, the Middle East, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including grains such as wheat and rice, a variety of pulses and beans, oilseeds like soybeans and canola, and cotton. Additionally, Agrocorp offers animal feed products, which encompass corn and various meals, as well as edible nuts such as cashews and peanuts. Beyond agricultural commodities, the company also engages in the trade of non-agricultural goods, including coal, construction materials, and edible oils. Through its comprehensive portfolio, Agrocorp International plays a crucial role in the global agribusiness landscape.
Eurofarma Laboratorios
Debt Financing in 2022
Eurofarma is the first Brazilian multinational pharmaceutical company, established in 1972, and has a strong presence in Latin America. It ranks as the second most prescribed laboratory by the Brazilian medical community and is among the top four generic drug manufacturers in Brazil. The company develops, produces, and commercializes a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including generic and prescription drugs, oncology treatments, and veterinary medicines. Eurofarma boasts the largest medical sales force in Brazil, with approximately 2,000 representatives, and has a significant focus on research and development to enhance its offerings. It operates its own facilities in 15 countries and has over 10 strategically located manufacturing plants. Licenses from third-party products contribute around 10% of its total sales, which reached approximately $1 billion in 2014, reflecting a 20% growth from the previous year. Eurofarma is recognized for its workplace quality and has an ambitious plan for international expansion.
AwanTunai
Series A in 2022
AwanTunai is a fintech company based in Jakarta Timur, Indonesia, founded in 2017. It focuses on transforming the Indonesian banking sector by providing a mobile application that grants micro merchants access to loans for working capital, particularly targeting those who lack access to traditional banking products. The platform digitizes the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) supply chain by facilitating online ordering, customer management, payment acceptance, and inventory management. AwanTunai monetizes its services primarily through embedded financing for inventory purchases within its integrated ecosystem, which connects borrowers with lenders. As a regulated fintech institution, it manages the full lifecycle of bank-compliant loan assets and collaborates with global insurance companies to offer micro-insurance protection. This approach aims to enhance financial accessibility and improve the welfare of consumers in Indonesia.
GrowSari
Series C in 2022
GrowSari is a technology-driven B2B platform designed to assist sari-sari stores in evolving from basic fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) outlets into comprehensive service hubs. By eliminating middlemen, GrowSari enables shop owners to digitally procure products directly from manufacturers, thereby reducing costs. The platform expands the range of available products and services, allowing these small retail establishments to offer additional options such as mobile top-ups, remittances, and banking services. With its focus on providing essential infrastructure and tools, GrowSari aims to empower grassroots communities by enhancing the capabilities and sustainability of local shops across the nation.
Bizongo
Series D in 2021
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
TradeDepot
Series B in 2021
TradeDepot Inc. is a technology-driven distribution platform based in Lagos, Nigeria, founded in 2016. The company aims to revolutionize the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in Africa by connecting top consumer goods companies directly with retailers. TradeDepot's SaaS platform offers features such as predictive trade intelligence, real-time stock level access, and the ability to place bulk orders online. It also enables the auto-generation of sales promotions, helping to enhance sales and streamline operations. By focusing on improving the distribution of food, beverages, and personal care products, TradeDepot seeks to build the largest retail distribution network in Africa and improve the livelihoods of retail store owners. The company also has an office in Wilmington, Delaware, reflecting its commitment to expanding its reach and impact.
GrowSari
Series B in 2021
GrowSari is a technology-driven B2B platform designed to assist sari-sari stores in evolving from basic fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) outlets into comprehensive service hubs. By eliminating middlemen, GrowSari enables shop owners to digitally procure products directly from manufacturers, thereby reducing costs. The platform expands the range of available products and services, allowing these small retail establishments to offer additional options such as mobile top-ups, remittances, and banking services. With its focus on providing essential infrastructure and tools, GrowSari aims to empower grassroots communities by enhancing the capabilities and sustainability of local shops across the nation.
Bizongo
Series C in 2021
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Frontier Nutrition
Series B in 2021
Frontier Nutrition, Inc. is a company that develops and manufactures fortified packaged food products aimed at addressing the nutritional needs of low and middle-income families in underserved communities worldwide. Founded in 2017 by Eddie Bearnot and Tanveer Ali, the company is headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut. Frontier Nutrition's offerings are informed by research in pediatric nutrition and behavioral marketing, ensuring that recipes are tailored to local diets while being optimized for taste, nutrition, and affordability. The company's mission is to combat early life and maternal malnutrition by providing low-cost, convenient food options to families facing challenges such as limited access to healthcare, transportation, and clean water, thereby promoting a sustainable standard of living.
Bizongo
Series C in 2021
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Twiga Foods
Debt Financing in 2020
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that caters to retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls across Africa. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company facilitates a cashless, business-to-business supply chain that connects small and medium-sized vendors with essential agricultural products. Twiga Foods enables vendors to order a variety of supplies, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through its innovative platform, streamlining the distribution process in urban markets. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports local businesses by improving access to quality produce.
Bizongo
Series C in 2020
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Shadowfax
Series D in 2019
Shadowfax is an on-demand logistics network that specializes in providing tech-enabled delivery solutions across various sectors, including e-commerce, food, pharmacy, and consumer goods. By leveraging its unique app, the company offers a reliable last-mile delivery service, allowing businesses to concentrate on their core operations while outsourcing their delivery needs. Shadowfax aims to enhance the customer experience through efficient, fast, and dependable delivery options. Its platform serves both online and offline retailers, catering to the diverse logistics demands of merchants and ensuring timely service. The company envisions establishing itself as a trustworthy and desirable delivery platform, emphasizing the use of advanced technology to streamline logistics and improve customer satisfaction.
Bizongo
Series C in 2019
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Twiga Foods
Series B in 2018
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that caters to retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls across Africa. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company facilitates a cashless, business-to-business supply chain that connects small and medium-sized vendors with essential agricultural products. Twiga Foods enables vendors to order a variety of supplies, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through its innovative platform, streamlining the distribution process in urban markets. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports local businesses by improving access to quality produce.
Hayat Holding
Debt Financing in 2018
Hayat Holding is a prominent player in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, specializing in home care, women's hygiene, baby care, and patient wear products. The company aims to provide high-quality Turkish brand alternatives to consumers worldwide. With a focus on sustainability and a commitment to customer satisfaction, Hayat Holding leverages its production capabilities and continuously evolving human resources to enhance its market presence. The company's vision is to be recognized and preferred globally through its diverse range of brands and products.
Twiga Foods
Series B in 2018
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that caters to retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls across Africa. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company facilitates a cashless, business-to-business supply chain that connects small and medium-sized vendors with essential agricultural products. Twiga Foods enables vendors to order a variety of supplies, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through its innovative platform, streamlining the distribution process in urban markets. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports local businesses by improving access to quality produce.
Bizongo
Series B in 2018
Bizongo is a tech-enabled B2B e-commerce and supply chain platform specializing in customized goods, including packaging, textiles, and apparel. Founded in 2015 by three IIT graduates, the company aims to digitize the fragmented B2B segment of made-to-order products. Bizongo offers a comprehensive suite of services such as digital vendor management, supply chain automation, and supply chain financing. Its platform connects businesses with a network of over 1,500 curated manufacturers, addressing key challenges like inventory management and operational efficiency. Through its innovative approach, Bizongo seeks to streamline the supply chain process, reduce costs, and facilitate easier contract management for its clients.
Scanntech
Series B in 2014
Scanntech is a company based in Montevideo, Uruguay, that provides point-of-sale software and retail analytics solutions tailored for supermarket retailers and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) suppliers. Founded in 1992, Scanntech's technology enables independent supermarkets to effectively manage transactions, inventory, and financial services through its advanced point-of-sale systems. The platform also offers features such as ticket waiting functions, reporting capabilities, and various payment options, all designed to enhance the overall sales process. By leveraging these solutions, Scanntech aims to improve both the volume and quality of sales for its clients.
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