Tilia Holdings

About The Fund

Tilia Holdings is a Chicago-based private equity firm that specializes in investments within the middle market of the food supply chain industry. Their investment strategy centers around building distinctive service companies that operate across multiple stages of the food supply chain, emphasizing making the food supply chain safer, more nutritious, and sustainable. With deep-seated expertise in Equity and a clear focus on the BioTech, HealthTech, and Food & Beverage industries, Tilia operates with a commitment to bring meaningful financial, operational, industry, and human capital resources to support the growth and development of their portfolio companies. They look for businesses with strong growth potential and work to enhance their performance by capitalizing on market trends, increasing operational efficiencies, and accelerating their growth strategies. Tilia's portfolio includes a diverse array of service companies that support both leading and emerging consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. Notable investments reflect their dedication to improving various facets of the food industry, ranging from cold chain warehousing, analytical and regulatory services, high-pressure processing, and contract manufacturing to premium bakery solutions, special ingredients for supplements and functional foods, and foreign material contaminant inspection services. Tilia's experienced team comprises individuals with a rich heritage in the food, life sciences, nutrition, and healthcare sectors, supplemented by comprehensive financial, operational, and governance skills. This expertise enables Tilia to help companies navigate the ever-evolving market dynamics effectively. The firm also integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations in its investment approach, reflecting their commitment to responsible investing and a better future for the food supply chain.