AI Issue 6 2017

88 Acquisition International - June 2017 L Catterton is a Greenwich based venture capital firm operating in a wide variety of markets. We profile the firm and explore the secrets behind its success. ince 1989, L Catterton’s funds have made over 150 investments in leading consumer brands across all segments of the consumer industry. With over $14 billion of equity capital dedicated to growing middle market companies and emerging high- growth enterprises, the firm are the largest and most experienced consumer-focused private equity group in the world. Formed in 2016 through the partnership of Catterton, LVMH and Groupe Arnault, is the largest consumer-focused private equity firm in the world. Since its founding in 1989, Catterton has leveraged its category insight, strategic and operating skills, and network of industry contacts to establish one of the strongest private equity investment track records in the middle market. L Catterton builds on this heritage with the addition of LVMH and Groupe Arnault’s existing European and Asian private equity and real estate operations. Company: L Catterton Address: 599 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830 Phone: 203-629-4901 Fax: 203-629-4903 Email: [email protected] Web: www.lcatterton.com Leading Lights in Venture Capital S 1701AI52 L Catterton invests in all major consumer segments, including: Food and Beverage, Retail and Restaurants, Beauty and Wellness, Fashion and Accessories, Consumer Products and Services, Consumer Health, and Media and Marketing Services, as well as real estate projects anchored by luxury retail. Currently, Catterton are investing globally from six fund platforms, and moving forward the firm will be looking to build upon their current success. Leading Lights in Venture Capital