B. Riley Wealth is a financial services firm that provides a comprehensive range of collaborative financial solutions through its various subsidiaries. The firm specializes in investment banking, corporate finance, financial advisory, and wealth management, focusing on the needs of both corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals. B. Riley Wealth offers services such as asset management, brokerage, and consulting, as well as senior secured loans to middle-market companies. Additionally, the firm is involved in valuation and appraisal services, catering to financial institutions and private equity firms. With a strong presence in North America, Australia, and Europe, B. Riley Wealth serves a diverse array of industries, including aerospace, industrial supplies, and real estate. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the firm has evolved significantly since its inception, previously known as Great American Group before rebranding in 2014.
Scotch & Soda designs, markets, and retails apparel for men, women, and children. Scotch & Soda are inspired by the world and curated by Amsterdam. A team of passionate discoverers and collectors, scouring the globe for that painting, poem, vintage piece, ruin, or artefact that sparks our never-ending curiosity. Treasures uncovered on worldly wanders are poured into collections and signature looks that clash eras, classics, places of inspiration, meshing unexpected fabrics and patterns.
Core Scientific, Inc. specializes in blockchain and artificial intelligence hosting, transaction processing, and application development services. Founded in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, the company operates in two main segments: Equipment Sales and Hosting, which includes blockchain infrastructure and third-party hosting, and Digital Asset Mining, where it manages its own mining operations. Core Scientific provides consumption-based contracts and hosting services, generating revenue from both segments. The company is recognized for its ability to operate blockchain and AI infrastructure at scale and is trusted by major partners globally to deliver adaptable and reliable solutions in a rapidly evolving market.
Tritium Pty Ltd. designs, manufactures, and supplies DC chargers for electric vehicles, power-electronic systems, and battery energy-storage applications for customers in the United States, Europe, Australia, and internationally. The company offers also offers CAN-Ethernet bridge products that allow to access from a PC application to the vehicle CAN bus. It serves customers in Europe and the United States. The company was incorporated in 2001 and is based in Murarrie, Australia with sales and manufacturing facilities in Amsterdam, the Netherlands; and Los Angeles, California.
Kitopi Catering Services LLC operates as a managed cloud kitchen platform that partners with restaurants to expand their delivery reach. The company enables restaurants to open delivery-only locations by providing the infrastructure and software. The company’s in-house suite of applications optimizes all aspects of kitchen operations in real-time to operate ghost kitchens in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London, Kuwait, Riyadh, and New York. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in New York, New York.
Quantum Corp. is the global specialist in backup, recovery, and archive. From small businesses to multinational enterprises, more than 50,000 customers trust Quantum to solve their data protection, retention and management challenges. Quantum's best-of-breed, open systems solutions provide significant storage efficiencies and cost savings while minimizing risk and protecting prior investments. They include three market-leading, highly scalable platforms: DXi®-Series disk-based deduplication and replication systems for fast backup and restore, Scalar® tape automation products for disaster recovery and long-term data retention, and StorNext® data management software for high-performance file sharing and archiving.
Exela Technologies, Inc. (“Exela”) is a location-agnostic global business process automation ("BPA") leader combining industry-specific and multi-industry-agnostic enterprise software and solutions with decades of experience. The Company’s BPA suite of solutions are deployed in banking, healthcare, insurance and other industries to support mission critical environments. Exela is a leader in work flow automation, attended and un-attended cognitive automation, digital mail rooms, print communications, and payment processing with deployments across the globe. Exela partners with customers to improve user experience and quality through operational efficiency. Exela serves over 3,700 customers across more than 50 countries, through a secure, cloud-enabled global delivery model. The Company is 22,000 employees strong across the Americas, Europe and Asia. Its customer list includes 60% of the Fortune® 100, along with many of the world’s largest retail chains, banks, law firms, healthcare insurance payers and providers and telecom companies.
Greenidge is a 106MW natural gas power plant and blockchain mining facility. Greenidge Generation has been transformed into a power plant for the twenty-first century. In January 2020, Greenidge launched the first phase of a data center for blockchain mining. Greenidge was established in 1937 and is based in Dresden, New York, United States.
Cadiz Inc. is a natural resources development company based in Los Angeles, California, primarily focused on water resource and agricultural development in San Bernardino County. The company owns approximately 35,000 acres in the Cadiz and Fenner valleys, along with an additional 11,000 acres in the eastern Mojave Desert. Cadiz is engaged in organic farming, cultivating crops such as lemons and grapes, as well as seasonal vegetables. The company is actively pursuing the Cadiz Water Project, which aims to partner with public water agencies to create a sustainable water supply for around 100,000 families in Southern California, while also increasing groundwater storage capacity by up to 1 million acre-feet. Founded in 1983, Cadiz integrates agricultural practices with innovative water management solutions to address regional resource needs.
SparkCognition, Inc. is a technology company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for industrial applications. Established in 2013, the company develops a range of AI-powered products, including SparkPredict, which analyzes sensor data to provide actionable insights and predict equipment failures; DeepArmor, a cybersecurity solution that employs machine learning to detect and prevent malware; and Darwin, which automates the data science process to enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, SparkCognition Government Systems focuses on creating AI systems tailored for government organizations, addressing national security challenges. The company's technologies serve various industries, including oil and gas, aviation, defense, financial services, manufacturing, and utilities, facilitating improved decision-making and enhanced productivity through advanced machine learning capabilities.
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272 Capital
Acquisition in 2021
272 Capital is a registered investment advisor which seeks to provide attractive risk-adjusted returns through a long/short equity strategy with low net exposure.
Kitopi Catering Services LLC operates as a managed cloud kitchen platform that partners with restaurants to expand their delivery reach. The company enables restaurants to open delivery-only locations by providing the infrastructure and software. The company’s in-house suite of applications optimizes all aspects of kitchen operations in real-time to operate ghost kitchens in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London, Kuwait, Riyadh, and New York. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in New York, New York.
Continuous Composites, Inc. is a manufacturer and supplier of advanced fiber 3D printing equipment, specializing in the production of composite materials. Founded in 2015 and based in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, the company is redefining the manufacturing process for Advanced Composite Materials (ACM) through its patented Continuous Fiber 3D Printing technology, known as CF3D. This innovative process eliminates the need for molds and autoclaves, allowing for the integration of continuous fibers such as carbon, glass, and Kevlar with snap-curing resins. CF3D enables the production of both structural and functional materials, facilitating the creation of smart structures with embedded capabilities. The technology is scalable and efficient, offering significant advantages over traditional manufacturing methods by reducing costs, lead times, and design constraints. Continuous Composites serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, defense, and construction, positioning itself as a leader in the evolution of composite manufacturing.
Liteboxer Technologies, Inc. is a consumer electronics company based in Hampton, New Hampshire, that specializes in smart fitness solutions. Founded in 2017, the company designs and manufactures a unique boxing workout system that combines rhythm technology with engaging exercise routines. The Liteboxer platform features a hardware solution that guides users on where and when to punch during their workouts, while also tracking striking power and accuracy. The system synchronizes lights to the beat of music, creating an immersive and interactive experience. Liteboxer products are available for purchase online, catering to individuals seeking an innovative way to enhance their fitness routines at home.
BloomNation, Inc. operates an online marketplace that connects consumers with local artisan florists, allowing them to discover and send unique, handcrafted floral arrangements. Founded in 2010 and based in Santa Monica, California, the platform provides florists with the tools to create personalized shop profiles, list their designs for sale, and reach a wider audience. In addition to its marketplace, BloomNation offers enterprise services to florists, including website development, point of sale systems, email marketing, social media management, and customer relationship management. This approach enables local artisans to showcase their creativity and enhance their business operations while providing consumers with a selection of distinctive floral creations not commonly found elsewhere.
National Holdings Corporation is a holding company that operates through two primary business segments: brokerage and advisory services, and tax and accounting services. Its brokerage and advisory services encompass a range of offerings, including broker-dealer and investment advisory services, insurance product sales, and mortgage brokerage services provided by its various subsidiaries. The company serves both retail and institutional clients, providing investment banking, merger and acquisition advisory services, and securities trading, particularly targeting micro, small, and mid-cap companies. In addition, National Holdings offers tax preparation and accounting services through its tax and accounting segment, which is primarily delivered by Gilman Ciocia, Inc. Through its diverse subsidiaries, National Holdings delivers a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to meet the needs of its clients.
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. designs, manufactures, and deploys battery storage solutions for utility, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy markets in the United States. The company offers stationary battery storage solutions. Its flagship product is the Eos Znyth DC battery system designed to meet the requirements of the grid-scale energy storage market. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey.
IQvestment Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2020
IQvestment Holdings is an innovative fintech company offering a business-to-business eCommerce platform solution.
The Arena Group, formerly known as TheMaven, Inc., operates as a coalition of professional content destinations, focusing on building a network of selectively chosen, invite-only channel partners. Founded in 2016 and based in Seattle, Washington, the company develops and manages a proprietary technology platform designed for digital publishing, advertising, and content distribution. This platform enables channel partners to publish content and engage niche audiences through professionally managed online media channels. By leveraging its socially-driven, mobile-enabled, and video-focused technology, The Arena Group provides an alternative to traditional news and information dissemination, fostering online communities overseen by experts, reporters, and social leaders within its coalition.
Ventiva, Inc. is a manufacturer of advanced thermal management solutions, consumer electronics, and semiconductors, headquartered in Santa Clara, California. Established in 2003, the company is known for its innovative Ventiva ICE technology, which provides an active, hybrid cooling solution without moving parts or noise. This cutting-edge technology is designed to enhance the thermal management of a variety of next-generation devices, including ultra-thin televisions, wireless chargers, automotive applications, and IoT devices. Ventiva's products include the Ventiva ICE™ S1 and S2 Solutions, the Ventiva ICE™ P1 Development Power Supply, and the Ionic Cooling Engine, specifically targeting the thermal challenges faced by consumer electronics like laptops and LED bulbs. The company, formerly known as Thorrn Micro Technologies Inc., rebranded in 2008 and is currently engaged in sampling its solutions to original equipment manufacturers and original design manufacturers worldwide.
SRAX is a financial technology company that unlocks data and insights for publicly traded companies. Through its premier investor intelligence and communications platform, Sequire, companies can track their investors’ behaviors and trends and use those insights to engage current and potential investors across marketing channels.
GlassRatner Advisory & Capital Group LLC is a financial advisory firm that offers a wide range of services, including mergers and acquisitions, business refinancing, valuation, and due diligence. The firm specializes in bankruptcy consulting, turnaround management, forensic and litigation accounting, as well as fraud investigations. Additionally, it provides advisory services for both buy and sell side transactions and encompasses real estate services. Established in 2001 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, GlassRatner serves various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, automotive, telecommunications, media, construction, and real estate. The firm addresses complex business challenges and high-level agenda items, helping clients navigate significant transactions, crises, and legal matters. As of 2018, GlassRatner operates as a subsidiary of B. Riley Financial, Inc.
bebe stores, inc. does not have significant operations. Previously, it was engaged in the design, development, and production of women’s apparel and accessories. The company marketed its products under the bebe and BEBE SPORT brand names through its retail stores; bebe.com, an online store; and 39 bebe outlet stores. It also offered its products through its 82 international licensee operated stores in 22 countries. bebe stores, inc. was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Brisbane, California.
Sonim Technologies, Inc. provides ruggedized mobile phones and accessories for task workers. It offers ruggedized mobile phones, such as Sonim XP8, Sonim XP5s, and Sonim XP3 based on the Android platform that are capable of attaching to public and private wireless networks; industrial-grade accessories, including remote speaker microphones, multi-bay charging accessories, and in-vehicle hands-free voice communications solutions; cloud-based software and application services; and Rapid Deployment Kit, a portable communications system. Sonim Technologies, Inc. sells its mobile phones and accessories primarily to wireless carriers in the United States and Canada. The company serves transportation and logistics, construction, manufacturing, facilities management, energy and utility, and public sectors. The company was formerly known as NaviSpin.com, Inc. and changed its name to Sonim Technologies, Inc. in December 2001. Sonim Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
Sonim Technologies, Inc. provides ruggedized mobile phones and accessories for task workers. It offers ruggedized mobile phones, such as Sonim XP8, Sonim XP5s, and Sonim XP3 based on the Android platform that are capable of attaching to public and private wireless networks; industrial-grade accessories, including remote speaker microphones, multi-bay charging accessories, and in-vehicle hands-free voice communications solutions; cloud-based software and application services; and Rapid Deployment Kit, a portable communications system. Sonim Technologies, Inc. sells its mobile phones and accessories primarily to wireless carriers in the United States and Canada. The company serves transportation and logistics, construction, manufacturing, facilities management, energy and utility, and public sectors. The company was formerly known as NaviSpin.com, Inc. and changed its name to Sonim Technologies, Inc. in December 2001. Sonim Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
magicJack VocalTec Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a cloud communications company in the United States. The company’s products and services allow users to make and/or receive free telephone calls to and from where the customer has broadband access to the Internet. It provides magicJack devices, such as The magicJack, magicJack PLUS, New magicJack PLUS, magicJack GO, and magicJack EXPRESS, which are voice-over-Internet-Protocol (VoIP) devices that enables customers to receive free VoIP phone service for their home, enterprise, or while traveling. The company also offers magicJack APP, an application that allows users to make and receive telephone calls through their smart phones using their magicJack account, as well as access to servers for a fee on a monthly or annual basis; and magicJack Connect App that offers Wi-Fi app-to-app calling and messaging services, as well as unlimited calling plans for the United States subscribers. In addition, it provides other magicJack-related products; and wholesales telephone services to VoIP providers and telecommunication carriers. Further, the company offers hosted unified communication as a service, as well as sells related hardware and network equipment to blue chip corporate customers; and VoIP services to small to medium sized businesses. It distributes its products through retail outlets, as well as direct sales. magicJack VocalTec Ltd. was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Netanya, Israel. As of November 14, 2018, magicJack VocalTec Ltd. was taken private.
Founded in 1996 in Memphis, Tennessee, Wunderlich is a full-service investment firm serving the needs of individuals, corporations and institutional clients through our wealth management, investment banking and capital markets divisions. Additionally, we offer inter-dealer institutional fixed income trading services through Fundamental Broker Inter-Dealer (FBI) and operate registered investment advisory subsidiaries. Our firm was ranked among the fastest growing private companies in America by Inc. Magazine from 2010 through 2013. In 1996, then 26-year old Gary Wunderlich coupled his investment banking background with an entrepreneurial vision when he acquired a small broker/dealer in Memphis, Tennessee, and launched Wunderlich Securities. During a time of broad consolidation among the larger, regional investment firms, Wunderlich sought to fill a void with his new venture. Initially, Wunderlich Securities focused only on serving individual investors in the Memphis area. But within two years, the industry took notice and Wunderlich’s Private Client Group welcomed a team of like-minded advisors in Houston, Texas, which became the firm’s first of many branch locations. By 2002, the firm was well-established with 60 experienced financial advisors. Over the next six years, Wunderlich expanded its reach into institutional sales, trading and research with the launch of its Fixed Income division, followed shortly by an Equity Capital Markets division. During this time, the firm’s growth and business model attracted the attention of Coil Investment Group, a Norwegian-based private equity and venture capital firm, which then became a financial partner in 2007. This investment fueled continued expansion for Wunderlich in the years ahead. As the Private Client Group added advisors and new locations in Tennessee and Michigan, the Equity division expanded into investment banking as a result of two banking boutique acquisitions. By 2011, the firm’s equity research effort had grown to 16 analysts following over 200 companies. Considered by this time a full-service financial services firm as a result of a broad offering of individual and institutional services, Wunderlich was recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing private companies of 2010. This honor was repeated again in 2011, 2012 and 2013 as the firm continued to chart steady growth across all divisions. By 2013, Wunderlich’s Private Client Group had surpassed 200 financial advisors with $8 billion in client assets. During that year, the firm received a second capital investment through Altamont Capital Partners, a California-based private equity firm with over $1 billion in capital. Yet another notable milestone was Wunderlich Investment Company’s 2015 acquisition of Dominick & Dominick, an esteemed firm with a history spanning more than a century on Wall Street. This group of advisors continues to serve high-net worth investors from offices in New York, Miami and Atlanta as a division of the Wunderlich Securities Wealth Management division. Within a few months, the firm also added a Dallas-based investment advisory firm, Fiduciary Financial Services of the Southwest, with over $400 million in assets under management to our company. At the conclusion of its 2015 fiscal year in June, Wunderlich had 500 associates working in more than 25 locations across 17 states to manage $10+ billion of client assets. As Wunderlich looks forward to the 20th anniversary of its founding, the firm is committed to the vision that has led to its success thus far – remaining ever diligent in its focus to serve Wunderlich's clients well.
FBR & Co is a full-service investment banking firm that provides a range of services including merger and acquisition advisory, institutional brokerage, trading, research, and asset management. The firm focuses on the middle market and emphasizes a customer-oriented and innovative approach to meet client needs. FBR & Co specializes in various industry sectors, such as consumer goods, diversified industrials, energy and natural resources, financial institutions, healthcare, insurance, real estate, and technology. In addition to its advisory and brokerage services, the firm also engages in principal investments, utilizing its own capital for merchant banking activities. FBR & Co was acquired by B. Riley FBR in 2017.
Eleven James is a membership brand that is introducing a modern luxury experience. Through a subscription model, the company lets members select and wear the world’s most beautiful timepieces for a few months at a time, allowing them to discover, explore, and play in a world of luxury that has been restricted by the burdens of commitment and ownership. The company has pioneered a first-of-its-kind consignment channel for this asset class, creating a unique supply that reflects a diversity and depth of luxury timepieces unmatched and untapped by traditional wholesalers and retailers.
United Online, Inc. (Nasdaq: UNTD) is a leading provider of consumer products and services over the Internet, where the company’s brands have attracted a large online audience that includes more than 100 million registered accounts. The company’s Content & Media segment provides social networking services and products (Classmates and StayFriends) and loyalty marketing (MyPoints). Its primary Communications segment services are Internet access, services and devices (NetZero and Juno). United Online is headquartered in Woodland Hills, CA, and operates through a global network of locations in the U.S., Germany, and India.