Encore Consumer Capital

About The Fund

Encore Consumer Capital is a private equity firm that focuses on partnering with businesses to drive growth within the consumer products industry. Since its inception in 2005, they have established themselves as trusted partners for consumer brands, manufacturers, and distributors. The firm targets companies that generate the majority of their revenue in North America, particularly those with revenues between $10 million and $100 million. Encore makes investments ranging from $5 million to $30 million. Their investment reaches across multiple sub-sectors including Food & Beverage (emphasizing segments like Organic and natural, Functional foods, Ethnic foods, Frozen desserts, Foodservice manufacturers, and Value-added seafood), Health and Beauty Care (such as Skincare and Haircare products, Color cosmetics, and Nail care), Pet Food and Pet Products (encompassing Food & treats as well as Toys & accessories), Direct Selling (including Multi-level marketing and Companies that sell through home shopping channels), Automotive Aftermarket (spanning Supplies, Accessories, and Automotive care products), Infant and Children's Products, Sporting Goods and Outdoor Products, Household Products, and Environmental and Sustainable Products. They do not consider investments in restaurants nor retail. Encore's strategy includes leveraging the investing experience and operating expertise of their industry advisers to accelerate the growth of leading consumer products companies. They aim to partner with founders and management teams who value their investment partners and want to foster a collaborative relationship for the company's growth. The firm's portfolio illustrates their focus, featuring brands like Supergoop, Open Farm, and Tarte along with manufacturers and distributors such as Lion Beverage and General Produce.