Arbor Investments

Arbor Investments, established in 1999, is a leading private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois, with an additional office in New York. The company specializes in investing in North American middle-market food and beverage companies, having been the most active acquirer in this sector for over a decade. Arbor's investment focus is on companies with revenues ranging from USD 100 million to USD 900 million, with typical investments ranging from USD 100 million to USD 250 million. The firm's sole focus is on this sector, making it a recognized market leader and expert in food and beverage private equity.

Carl S. Allegretti

President

Kevin Dunn

Operating Partner

Scott Farmer

Principal

Jim Freeman

Partner and CFO

Hitesh Juneja

Associate

Dennis Malchow

Senior Operating Partner

Allison Miller

Partner and Chief Strategy Officer

Gregory Purcell

CEO

Eric F. Rauner

Principal

George Russell

Principal

Josh Schoenfelder

Partner

Christopher Tuffin

Partner

Frederico Vivacqua

Associate

Alan Weed

Partner

Jake White

Associate

Hanson Yan

Associate

15 past transactions

Carbon'så¨ Golden Maltedå¨

Acquisition in 2023
Carbon's Golden Malted is a food production company that provides waffle and pancake mixes.

Heartland Waffles

Acquisition in 2023
Heartland Waffles specializes in producing and distributing waffle and pancake mixes to hotels, restaurants, universities, and other fresh-meal establishments across North America. The company offers a range of products including waffle batters, waffle bakers, batter dispensers, and provides comprehensive waffle baking programs designed for high yield and low portion cost.

OFD Foods

Acquisition in 2021
OFD Foods, LLC is a prominent producer of freeze-dried ingredients based in Albany, Oregon. Established in 1963, the company specializes in a diverse range of freeze-dried products, including meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and desserts, as well as nutraceutical ingredients like probiotics and dietary supplements. OFD Foods also manufactures freeze-dried pharmaceuticals, which encompass pills, tablets, and live culture vaccines. The company serves various sectors, supplying freeze-dried food products to the United States military, government agencies, and NASA. With a significant facility featuring over 32,000 square feet of freeze-drying surface, OFD Foods is recognized for its innovative preservation technology and its commitment to community engagement through local sponsorships and volunteer efforts.

Carnivore Meat Company

Private Equity Round in 2021
Carnivore Meat Company is a manufacturer specializing in frozen and freeze-dried pet food and treats tailored for dogs, cats, and other carnivorous animals. The company provides a diverse range of savory treats made from various meats, including chicken, beef, turkey, duck, tuna, and bison. Committed to pet health, Carnivore Meat Company ensures that all its products are free from grains, gluten, artificial preservatives, fillers, flavoring, and coloring, thereby promoting a natural diet for pets.

Fontaine Santé

Acquisition in 2021
Fontaine Santé is a ready-to-eat food company established in 1990 that focuses on high-end, tasty, fresh, and nutritious products positioned as a health reference in the ready-to-eat market. The company manufactures natural, preservative-free meals and a range of items such as hummus, dips, salads, pestos, tofu spreads, and desserts for both consumers and food-service clients, delivering chef-inspired options that support healthier, convenient eating and wellness-focused lifestyles.

Bradshaw Home

Acquisition in 2021
Bradshaw Home is a consumer goods company based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, specializing in housewares and appliances. Established in 1969, the company designs, markets, and manages a diverse range of everyday products, including kitchen tools, cookware, barware, and cleaning supplies. Its well-known brand, GoodCook, offers a variety of cookware sets and open-stock options in materials such as nonstick, stainless steel, and cast iron. The Bialetti brand, another key offering, emphasizes Italian culinary traditions through products like the Moka Express and innovative cookware solutions. Bradshaw Home targets various retail channels, including supermarkets, mass merchants, and specialty retailers, focusing on providing customers with innovative and eco-friendly household products.

Steelite International

Acquisition in 2019
Steelite International Limited is a prominent manufacturer and supplier of tabletop and buffet products tailored for the international hospitality industry. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom, the company provides a diverse range of products, including alumina vitrified, bone china, porcelain, melamine, slate, and glass tableware. Its offerings also encompass various glassware, such as stemware and barware, stainless steel cutlery, and an array of buffet products, including chafers and beverage servers. Steelite International serves a global clientele, supplying restaurants, hotels, casinos, and cruise lines with high-quality dining solutions. The company operates regional offices around the world, reinforcing its commitment to meeting the needs of its customers in the hospitality sector.

Darifair Foods

Acquisition in 2019
Darifair Foods, Inc. is a Jacksonville, Florida-based company that specializes in the production and supply of dairy products for restaurant chains and industrial manufacturers across the United States. Established in 1981, the company offers a diverse range of culinary products, including biscuit blends, various batters for desserts and breakfasts, sandwich spreads, and a variety of butters and sauces. In addition, Darifair Foods produces commodity items such as flan, gelatin, ice creams, yogurts, and different types of cream, including UHT creamers and whipping cream. The company's extensive product line caters to the needs of the food service and manufacturing sectors, ensuring high-quality dairy solutions.

Dunn Paper

Acquisition in 2016
Established in 1924, Dunn Paper is a leading manufacturer of specialty papers for high-performance applications. Based in Port Huron, Michigan, the company serves global markets while maintaining strong community values. Dunn Paper produces premium products such as waxed paper, thermal transfer base, release base, and beverage labels, known for their strength, printability, and mold resistance. The company also offers flexible packaging solutions like coated and uncoated pouch papers. Committed to sustainability, Dunn Paper strives to protect natural resources while operating responsibly.

South Coast Baking

Acquisition in 2016
South Coast Baking, LLC is a wholesale manufacturing company specializing in frozen bakery products. Based in Irvine, California, with an additional facility in Springdale, Arkansas, the company produces a variety of items, including co-manufactured frozen cookie dough, cookies under the Big Kahuna, Beachcomber, and Walea brands, as well as cookie cakes and brownies in various sizes. South Coast Baking partners with several prominent retailers, foodservice distributors, and quick-service restaurants across North America, positioning itself as a key player in the frozen dough industry. As of February 2016, it operates as a subsidiary of Le Petit Pain Holdings, LLC.

DPI Specialty Foods

Acquisition in 2015
DPI Specialty Foods Inc. is a provider of specialty food distribution, focusing on chilled and frozen products in the United States. The company offers a diverse range of over 40,000 stock keeping units (SKUs), including gourmet, natural, organic, gluten-free, local, and ethnic foods, as well as an extensive selection of cheeses in various types and formats. Founded in 1963 and headquartered in Ontario, California, DPI operates eight strategically positioned distribution centers across the country to serve national retailers, regional retailers, independent operators, and foodservice providers. In addition to its product offerings, DPI Specialty Foods also provides logistics services, ensuring efficient delivery of perishable and non-perishable items to its clients.

Hudson Baking

Acquisition in 2015
A Hudson, Wis.-based supplier of marshmallow crispy dessert bars, brownies, cookies and other baked goods

KEYES Packaging Group

Acquisition in 2013
Keyes Packaging Group, Inc. is a manufacturer of protective packaging products primarily aimed at the food and beverage industry, utilizing recycled materials to promote environmental sustainability. Established in 1903 and based in Wenatchee, Washington, the company specializes in molded fiber trays designed for packaging and shipping a variety of products, including apples, avocados, eggs, and wine bottles. Additionally, Keyes Packaging offers specialty tissue protective wraps for fruits and vegetables, ensuring safe storage and transportation. The company's commitment to sustainable practices spans over six decades, positioning it as a leader in the molded fiber packaging sector. Keyes Packaging also provides engineering and denester support services to enhance its offerings.

Columbus Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2012
Columbus Manufacturing, established in 1917 by the Domenici and Parducci families, is a distinguished producer of high-quality cured Italian meats and deli products in the United States. With a rich heritage spanning over 95 years, the company is renowned for its specialty salumi and premium deli meats, including Finocchiona, Genoa, and Italian Dry salame, as well as products made from whole cuts of turkey, ham, and roast beef. Columbus maintains a strong reputation for quality within the premium protein sector and distributes its products exclusively through supermarkets, club stores, and specialty grocery stores across North America. The company operates three manufacturing facilities in the San Francisco area, encompassing more than 270,000 square feet, allowing for the production of a diverse range of meat products.

Bradshaw Home

Acquisition in 2008
Bradshaw Home is a consumer goods company based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, specializing in housewares and appliances. Established in 1969, the company designs, markets, and manages a diverse range of everyday products, including kitchen tools, cookware, barware, and cleaning supplies. Its well-known brand, GoodCook, offers a variety of cookware sets and open-stock options in materials such as nonstick, stainless steel, and cast iron. The Bialetti brand, another key offering, emphasizes Italian culinary traditions through products like the Moka Express and innovative cookware solutions. Bradshaw Home targets various retail channels, including supermarkets, mass merchants, and specialty retailers, focusing on providing customers with innovative and eco-friendly household products.
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