Brynwood Partners
8 Sound Shore DriveGreenwich, CT 6830
Website: brynwoodpartners.com
Firm Size
- Assets Under Management (AUM):$1.7 Billion
- Number of Funds:3
- Employees:11
- Firm Type:Private Equity
- Focus Areas:
Consumer
Description
Brynwood Partners is a private equity firm headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut. Founded in 1984, the firm focuses on acquiring and growing lower-middle-market companies in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector. The firm primarily invests in businesses that have recognizable brands and strong market positions, aiming to create sustainable value and generate attractive returns for its investors. Brynwood Partners specializes in the acquisition of corporate subsidiaries or divisions that are non-core to their parent companies. It has extensive experience in managing carve-out transactions, successfully transitioning these entities into independent, standalone businesses. The firm provides capital, strategic guidance, and operational expertise to its portfolio companies, with a goal of driving growth, improving profitability, and enhancing their competitive positions within the industry. One distinctive aspect of Brynwood's investment strategy is its focus on recapitalizations. The firm seeks to partner with management teams, leveraging their industry expertise and providing financial backing to execute growth plans. By combining its operational experience with the management team's expertise, Brynwood helps these companies achieve their growth potential. As an experienced investor in the CPG industry, Brynwood Partners has developed a deep understanding of its dynamics, trends, and challenges. This industry knowledge allows the firm to identify attractive investment opportunities and create value for its portfolio companies. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Joseph's Bakery, Harvest Hill Beverage Company, and High Ridge Brands. Overall, Brynwood Partners is a private equity firm based in Greenwich, CT, with a focus on investing in and growing lower-middle-market consumer packaged goods companies. With a successful track record, operational expertise, and an in-depth understanding of the CPG industry, the firm aims to create value and drive the growth of its portfolio companies.Latest News
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Nov 01, 2023: West Madison Foods, Inc. Appoints Tom Lopez as President and Chief Executive Officer
West Madison Foods, Inc. (" West Madison Foods "), a portfolio company of Brynwood Partners IX L.P., is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Lopez as its new President and CEO. "We are delighted to announce the addition of Tom Lopez to the West Madison Foods team. Tom's extensive background managing several large and complex businesses in the food industry will add immediate value to the company," said Henk Hartong , the Chairman and CEO of Brynwood Partners.
Oct 30, 2023: Brynwood Partners Closes its Ninth Fund at $750 Million
Brynwood Partners, a private equity firm focused on control investments in consumer product businesses, closed its ninth fund, Brynwood Partners IX L.P., with over $750 million of committed capital. With a diverse group of investors including pension funds, insurance companies, fund-of-funds, endowments, foundations, and family offices, Brynwood IX is the largest fund in Brynwood's 39-year history.
Jul 20, 2023: Brynwood Partners Agrees to Acquire the Marie's Brand and Dean's Dip Business from Ventura Foods, LLC
Brynwood Partners IX L.P. announced today that its newly-formed portfolio company, West Madison Foods, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Marie's salad dressing brand and the Dean's Dip business from Ventura Foods, LLC. The transaction includes the Thornton, IL factory where the products are manufactured. The terms of the transaction are not being disclosed.