Lifetime Brands

Lifetime Brands Inc. is a U.S.-based company that designs, sources, and sells a wide array of branded kitchenware, tableware, and home products. Its extensive product offerings include food preparation items such as kitchenware, cutlery, bakeware, cookware, and pantryware, as well as tableware products like flatware, dinnerware, and glassware. The company also features home décor items, lifestyle products, and various accessories. Lifetime Brands markets its products under well-known brands including Farberware, KitchenAid, Mikasa, and many others. The company primarily sells its products on a wholesale basis to a variety of retailers, including specialty stores and mass merchants, while also offering a limited selection directly to consumers through online platforms. Operating in both the U.S. and international markets, Lifetime Brands derives the majority of its revenue from its domestic segment.

Robert Kay

CEO and Board Member

17 past transactions

Filament Brands

Acquisition in 2017
Filament Brands is a prominent manufacturer in the housewares industry, known for its innovative approach to product development. The company encompasses a diverse portfolio of well-established brands, including Rabbit, RBT, Houdini, Chef'n, VIBE, Taylor Kitchen, Taylor Bath, Taylor Weather, EatSmart, Springfield, and Salter. These brands offer a wide range of products, such as kitchen scales, thermometers, timers, and outdoor weather measurement devices, which are distributed globally to both retailers and consumers. Filament Brands is recognized for its commitment to delivering practical, innovative solutions for everyday needs in and around the home, backed by a dedicated team that continually strives to enhance functionality and design.

Fitz and Floyd Enterprises

Acquisition in 2017
Fitz and Floyd Enterprises is a manufacturer and distributor of home decor and decorative accessories, specializing in hand-painted ceramic dinnerware, tableware, figurines, and collectibles. The company designs, sources, markets, and distributes its products under the Fitz and Floyd brand and other labels through a variety of distribution channels, including big box retailers, department stores, specialty kitchen and gift shops, and e-commerce platforms. Fitz and Floyd serves both individual consumers and businesses, such as hotels and resorts, providing a wide range of decorative ceramic collections tailored to enhance home and commercial settings.

Focus Products Group International

Acquisition in 2016
Focus Products Group International is a consumer goods company that specializes in the design and distribution of housewares, bakeware, and a variety of other products. The company serves the hospitality, food service, and consumer markets, offering a diverse range of items including shower curtains, table covers, barware, mattress pads, serving carts, room dividers, and storage shelves. Through its innovative product offerings, Focus Products Group aims to meet the needs of its customers in various sectors while maintaining a commitment to quality and functionality.

La Cafetière

Acquisition in 2014
La Cafetière is a company that specializes in designing and distributing a variety of products for brewing and serving coffee and tea. The company markets its offerings globally under its well-known brands, La Cafetière® and Randwyck®. By focusing on quality and innovative design, La Cafetière aims to enhance the coffee and tea experience for consumers around the world.

Built New York

Acquisition in 2014
BUILT is a designer and distributor of brightly colored, uniquely patterned Neoprene products, including bags, totes, cases and sleeves. BUILT’s customer base comprises over 30,000 retail outlets in over 60 countries.

Kitchen Craft

Acquisition in 2014
Kitchen Craft is a manufacturer and wholesaler of ironmongery and household products, the company is still managed by direct descendents of the founder. The company markets its products in the UK and internationally under such well-recognized consumer brand names as Kitchen Craft®, Master Class®, Colourworks®, Sweetly Does It®, Bar Craft®, Le'Xpress®, Let's Make®, Miniamo®, Home Made, Clearview®, Molten®, Jury®, Kitsch'n'fun®, Coolmovers®, Natural Elements®, Smart Silicone®, Pure Seal® and World of Flavours®. The Company also provides exclusive private label products to a number of leading UK retailers.

Fred & Friends

Acquisition in 2012
Fred & Friends is a design firm focused on innovating products that make daily tasks simple. The company offers products for home, kitchen, parties, technology, desks, kids, and more. Fred & Friends was launched in 2004 and is based in Cumberland, Rhode Island.

GS Internacional

Funding Round in 2011
GS Internacional is a Brazilian wholesaler specializing in the distribution of branded housewares products. Established with principal operations in Serra, Espirito Santo, near Vitória port, the company serves over 7,000 customers nationwide, including major department stores, housewares retailers, and independent shops. Its product portfolio comprises dinnerware, glassware, home decor, kitchenware, and barware. GS Internacional also maintains a showroom and offices in São Paulo to facilitate business interactions with clients across the country.

Creative Tops

Acquisition in 2011
Creative Tops is a wholesale provider based in the United Kingdom, specializing in the manufacture and sale of tableware, kitchenware, and giftware products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including ceramic dinner sets, mugs, tablemats, textiles, kitchen knives, tools, gadgets, and various kitchen accessories. With its principal office and distribution facilities, Creative Tops serves a broad market, delivering quality products designed to enhance dining and kitchen experiences.

Mikasa

Acquisition in 2008
Mikasa is a manufacturer specializing in dinnerware, crystal stemware, barware, flatware, and decorative accessories tailored for the home decor industry. The company offers a wide range of products, including casual dinnerware, coffee mugs, tea cups, dinnerware sets, plates, bowls, table linens, and various dining storage solutions. In addition to serving bowls, platters, and salt and pepper sets, Mikasa also provides wine and bar accessories, such as beer glasses, champagne flutes, and highball glasses. The company's products are made available through department stores, specialty retailers, big box chains, and online platforms, ensuring a broad reach to consumers seeking quality home goods.

Grupo Vasconia

Post in 2007
Grupo Vasconia, S.A.B. is a prominent Mexican company specializing in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of industrial and consumer products. Founded in 1911 and based in Cuautitlán, it operates through two main divisions: Industrial Products and Consumer Products. The Industrial Products division focuses on producing flat aluminum products, such as rolls, sheets, tapes, and foils, catering to various industries including automotive and packaging. In contrast, the Consumer Products division offers a wide range of cookware and kitchen accessories, including pots, grills, utensils, and cutlery, which are marketed under several well-known brands. Grupo Vasconia distributes its consumer goods through various channels, including departmental stores and wholesalers, and exports to markets in the United States, Central America, and South America. The company, formerly known as Ekco, S.A.B., rebranded to its current name in 2008, reflecting its extensive experience and commitment to meeting diverse consumer needs across the region.

Syratech Corporation

Acquisition in 2006
Syratech Corporation, a major designer, importer and manufacturer of a diverse portfolio of tabletop, home decor and picture frame products. Syratech owns many key brands in home fashion, including Wallace Silversmiths(R), Towle Silversmiths(R), International Silver Company(R), Melannco International(R) and Elements(R). In addition, Syratech licenses the Cuisinart(R) brand for tabletop products and recently secured the license for Kenneth Cole Reaction Home(R).

Pfaltzgraff

Acquisition in 2005
The Pfaltzgraff Company is a manufacturer and marketer of dinnerware and tabletop accessories, based in Garden City, New York. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including plates, bowls, dinner sets, drinkware, serving plates, and cups, catering to various aspects of home dining and entertaining. With a focus on design, Pfaltzgraff aims to enhance the dining experience through its thoughtfully crafted tableware and kitchenware offerings.

Excel Importing Corp.

Acquisition in 2004
Excel designs, markets and distributes a diversified line of high quality cutlery, tabletop, cookware and barware products under well-recognized premium brand names, including Sabatier(R), Farberware(R), Retroneu Design Studio(R), Joseph Abboud Environments(R), DBK-Daniel Boulud Kitchen(TM) and Legnoart(R).

Gemco Ware

Acquisition in 2003
Gemco Ware, Inc. is a provider of glassware products for storing and dispensing food and condiments.

M. Kamenstein

Acquisition in 2000
M. Kamenstein is a hourseware company whose products includes pantyware, teakettles, and home organization accessories.

Roshco

Acquisition in 1998
Roshco, Inc. ("Roshco"), a privately-held bakeware and baking-related products distributor, located in Chicago, Illinois. Roshco marketed its bakeware and baking-related products under the Roshco(R) and Baker's Advantage(R) trade names.
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