TAU Investment Management

Tau Investment Management, LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, with an additional office in Central, Hong Kong. The firm specializes in growth equity and buyout investments, primarily targeting the apparel and textile supply chain sectors. With a focus on high-growth and high-technology segments, Tau seeks to invest in companies with revenues ranging from $30 million to $300 million, typically committing between $20 million and $50 million per investment. While the firm operates globally, it predominantly concentrates on markets in Asia, including Bangladesh, Vietnam, Indonesia, China, Cambodia, and Turkey. Tau’s expertise allows it to identify manufacturers with strong management and growth potential, facilitating connections between these manufacturers and global brands and retailers within its extensive network.

Kenneth Katz

Managing Director and Head of Asia Investments

Lalit Matai

Operating Partner, SEA

Oliver Niedermaier

CEO

Adarsh Rajaram

Associate

3 past transactions

DyeCoo Textile Systems

Venture Round in 2022
DyeCoo Textile Systems B.V., founded in March 2008 and headquartered in Weesp, the Netherlands, specializes in waterless dyeing technology for the textile finishing industry. As the world's first supplier of industrial CO2 dyeing equipment, the company utilizes a unique carbon dioxide technology that eliminates the need for water and process chemicals, resulting in an environmentally friendly dyeing process. This innovative approach offers several advantages, including the use of pure dyes, zero wastewater production, and enhanced energy efficiency. DyeCoo also designs and engineers CO2 dyeing equipment and provides its own range of dyes specifically formulated for this technology. With a commitment to sustainability, DyeCoo aims to significantly reduce water consumption, energy usage, CO2 emissions, and waste disposal in the textile industry.

Cleandye

Venture Round in 2022
CleanDye specializes in creating clothing lines that utilize waterless and process-chemical-free dyeing methods, promoting ethical and sustainable practices within the textile industry. The company focuses on reducing water wastage and ensuring transparency throughout its supply chain, allowing manufacturers to incorporate environmentally friendly dyeing solutions into their apparel collections. By emphasizing sustainability, CleanDye aims to revolutionize the way textiles are dyed, offering an innovative alternative for garment production while maintaining a commitment to ethical practices.

TomboyX

Series A in 2018
TomboyX is a Seattle-based retail clothing company founded in 2012, specializing in gender-neutral apparel, particularly undergarments. The company offers a diverse range of products, including underwear, bras, boxers, trunks, shorts, swimsuits, and sleepwear. TomboyX is committed to inclusivity, providing apparel designed to fit a variety of body shapes and sizes, enabling individuals to express their personal style without labels. With a focus on comfort, quality, and fit, TomboyX aims to cater to the needs of all customers in their quest for stylish and functional clothing.
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