Nestle

Nestlé S.A. is a global leader in the food and beverage industry, headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland. Founded in 1866, the company operates through various segments including Zone Europe, Middle East and North Africa; Zone Americas; and Zone Asia, Oceania, and sub-Saharan Africa. Its extensive product portfolio encompasses a wide range of categories such as baby foods, bottled water, cereals, coffee, dairy, culinary products, ice cream, and pet care. Notable brands include Nescafé, Nestlé Pure Life, KitKat, and Purina. Nestlé has a significant geographic footprint, with operations in 189 countries, generating over CHF 90 billion in annual revenue and boasting 34 brands that each exceed CHF 1 billion in sales. The company also engages in strategic investments through its venture capital fund, which focuses on innovations in food and nutrition.

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Chief Executive Officer

46 past transactions

yfood Labs

Corporate Round in 2023
YFood Labs is a food-tech startup which designs smart food solutions for a modern generation. The product portfolio currently compromises ultra-convenient and complete-nutrition drinks, drink powders and bars.

Origin Materials

Post in 2021
Sustainable materials

Nuun

Acquisition in 2021
Nuun & Company, Inc. is a Seattle-based producer of electrolyte hydration products designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Established in 2004, the company specializes in self-dissolving, low-sugar hydration tablets and powders that provide a healthier alternative to traditional carbohydrate-rich energy drinks. Its product range includes electrolyte tablets, vitamins for hydration, and performance hydration powders, all made with clean ingredients and low calories. Nuun's offerings cater to a variety of customers, including cyclists, runners, triathletes, hikers, and those engaged in yoga and general fitness. The products are distributed through sporting goods stores, supplement retailers, grocery chains, and the company's online store, reaching both domestic and international markets.

The Nature's Bounty

Acquisition in 2021
The Nature's Bounty Co. can trace its long history as far back as 1870 with the founding of our Holland & Barrett stores in England. Over 145 years later, the company continues to enrich the lives of consumers around the world and proudly stands as the leader in health and wellness by introducing innovative products and solutions to the marketplace. A global company committed to consistently producing the highest-quality products, they offer a wide range of brands that people love and trust across the entire value spectrum. They have a significant presence in virtually every major vitamin, mineral, herb, sports, active nutrition and supplement product category and in multiple key distribution channels. Their brands include Holland & Barrett®, Nature’s Bounty®, Sundown Naturals®, Osteo Bi-Flex®, Solgar®, MET-Rx®, Pure Protein®, Body Fortress®, Balance Bar®, Puritan’s Pride® and many others. Today The Nature's Bounty Co. employs over 11,000 Associates worldwide. In addition to our Long Island corporate headquarters, The Nature's Bounty Co. has manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, distribution and administration facilities throughout the United States and Canada. The company also maintains overseas offices in the United Kingdom, China, the Netherlands, Spain, South Africa and New Zealand. In 2010, The Carlyle Group, their of the world’s leading private investment firms, acquired the company. In September 2014, Steve Cahillane was named President and CEO. Under his leadership, the company continues to fulfill its commitment to supporting wellness by creating products that consumers want and making them easily available anywhere they shop.

Essentia

Acquisition in 2021
Essentia Water, LLC manufactures, packages, and markets bottled alkaline and electrolyzed water. Essentia Water, LLC was found in 1998 and is based in Bothell, Washington.

Independent Vetcare

Corporate Round in 2021
IVC is the privately owned vet services platform in the UK with more than 290 sites and an online pet pharmacy. IVC employs approximately 2,700 FTEs, including 800+ FTE veterinarians.

IVC Evidensia

Private Equity Round in 2021
Provider of veterinary care services with clinics spread across Europe. The company has an expansive network of clinics, hospitals, and out-of-hour centers, thereby serving pet owners and guiding them on balanced nutrition for every animal, regardless of breed, age, and gender.

Cerecin

Venture Round in 2021
Cerecin is a healthcare company that develops novel evidence-based therapeutics and products that aim to help people. We develop novel evidence-based therapeutics and products that aim to help millions of people. These solutions are designed to target conditions ranging from memory impairment to Alzheimer’s disease and other devastating neurological diseases.

Prometheus Biosciences

Private Equity Round in 2020
Prometheus Biosciences, formerly known as Prometheus Laboratories, is a biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative pharmaceutical and diagnostic products, primarily for gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Based in San Diego, California, the company offers a range of diagnostic tests, including Anser IFX, Anser ADA, and IBD sgi Diagnostic, which enable healthcare providers to monitor treatment and optimize patient care. Prometheus also markets therapeutic agents, such as Entocort EC and Imuran, for managing conditions like Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, it provides genetic and serologic testing for celiac disease and lactose intolerance, among other disorders. With a commitment to precision medicine, Prometheus aims to enhance individualized patient care through its advanced diagnostic capabilities and therapeutic solutions. The company was founded in 1995 and operates as a subsidiary of Precision IBD, Inc.

Mindful Chef

Acquisition in 2020
Mindful Chef Ltd. is a recipe box service based in London, United Kingdom, that specializes in delivering fresh ingredients for healthy meals to households across the UK and Scotland. Founded in 2014, the company allows users to select from a variety of health-focused recipes available on its website. It sources high-quality ingredients, including 100% grass-fed heritage beef, free-range chicken, and UK landed wild fish, ensuring that customers receive the best products for their meals. Mindful Chef has successfully delivered over 1 million meals and is backed by notable figures such as Sir Andy Murray. As of November 2020, Mindful Chef operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé UK Ltd.

Freshly

Acquisition in 2020
Freshly, Inc. provides freshly prepared meals online. The company’s meals menu includes entrees and breakfasts with dairy products, eggs, pork, tree nuts, chicken, beef, turkey, fish, soy, and shellfish. It offers monthly and weekly subscriptions. Freshly, Inc. was formerly known as F3 Foods of Arizona, Inc. and changed its name to Freshly, Inc. in December 2014. Freshly, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York. As of October 30, 2020, Freshly, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé USA, Inc.

Foodcloud

Venture Round in 2020
Within communities food businesses frequently experience food surpluses, as a consequence of the modern food system, while charities struggle to provide food for those who need it most. FoodCloud provides a simple way for food businesses to contribute to their communities in a meaningful and practical way and reduce their impact on the environment. By receiving surplus food, charities can reduce their food costs and redirect funding to programs assisting those who are disadvantaged, creating tangible and long lasting local benefits. In two years they've donated over 1.5m meals to charities from surplus food. They are working with over 150 retail stores in Ireland and the UK and over 350 charities. They have big ambitions to expand internationally.

Yinlu

Acquisition in 2018
Xiamen Yinlu Foods Group Co., Limited specializes in the production and sale of canned foods and beverages. The company offers porridge and peanut milk compound protein beverages, and coffee. It also digital magazines. The company was founded in 1985 and is based in Xiamen, China. As of November 17, 2011, Xiamen Yinlu Foods Group Co., Limited operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé S.A.

Mumm

Grant in 2018
Mumm is an online marketplace and delivery service for homemade food on demand.

Wamiz

Acquisition in 2018
Wamiz SAS is an online platform dedicated to discussions about pets, primarily focusing on dog and cat enthusiasts. Founded in 2009 by entrepreneurs Adrien Magdelaine and Adrien Ducousset, the platform has established itself as a key resource for pet owners seeking information, advice, and community engagement. Based in Paris, France, Wamiz serves as a digital media hub that fosters connections among pet lovers. In 2018, the company became a subsidiary of Nestlé S.A., furthering its growth and reach within the pet care industry.

Terrafertil

Acquisition in 2018
Founded in 2005, Terrafertil is a Latin American company selling natural, organic, plant-based foods and snacks. Terrafertil and its flagship brand 'Nature's Heart', is recognized for its wide portfolio of natural and mostly organic products. The company was founded in Ecuador by five entrepreneurs and is managed by three founding brothers, David, Raul and Daniel Bermeo.

Atrium Innovations

Acquisition in 2017
Atrium Innovations Inc. is a leading developer and manufacturer of science-based nutritional supplements and natural health products, primarily serving markets in Canada, the United States, Germany, and the Netherlands. The company offers a diverse range of products, including multi-vitamins, condition-specific formulas, fish oils, and antioxidants under various brands such as Pure Encapsulations and Douglas Laboratories. Additionally, Atrium provides enzyme-based products, probiotics, and Omega-3 supplements, addressing areas such as digestion, joint care, and cardiovascular health. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Atrium operates seven manufacturing facilities that adhere to current Good Manufacturing Practices. The company distributes its products through healthcare practitioners and specialized retail outlets, reaching consumers in over 35 countries. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Quebec, Canada, Atrium Innovations operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé Health Science.

Chameleon Cold-Brew

Acquisition in 2017
Chameleon Cold-Brew is a beverage company focused on delivering sustainable coffee practices and deliciously smooth cold-brew. It refers to coffee prepared by the process of steeping coffee grounds in room temperature or cold water for an extended period of time. The process involves steeping grounds for at least 12 hours in room temperature water, with the goal to remove the bitterness of the coffee. Cold-brewed coffee can be made manually, with a cold brew system, and is also available in and forms through Chameleon Cold-Brew. Chameleon Cold-Brew’s proprietary brewing process produces a super smooth, less acidic, highly caffeinated coffee that can be enjoyed hot or cold. The brand’s portfolio of organic coffee offerings includes five ready-to-drink cold-brew varieties, five cold-brew concentrates, kegs, cold-brew kits, whole bean coffee, three sparkling cold-brew varieties, and three cold-brew with dairy varieties. Chameleon Cold-Brew was established in August 2010 and is based in Austin, Texas, United States.

Blue Bottle Coffee

Acquisition in 2017
Blue Bottle Coffee is a coffee roaster and retailer platform that delivers coffee subscriptions to doorsteps nationwide. Blue Bottle Coffee is a passionate team of hundreds around the world, united by the simple purpose of getting great coffee to everyone who asks for it whether that be in our cafes or at home. Blue Bottle is headquartered in Oakland, California, and has retail and business operations in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, New York, and Tokyo.

Sweet Earth Foods

Acquisition in 2017
Sweet Earth, Inc., doing business as Sweet Earth Natural Foods, manufactures and markets vegetarian food. It offers sandwiches, wraps, salads, parfaits, burritos, and burgers. Sweet Earth, Inc. was founded in 1978 and is based in Moss Landing, California. As of October 18, 2017, Sweet Earth, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé USA, Inc.

Freshly

Series C in 2017
Freshly, Inc. provides freshly prepared meals online. The company’s meals menu includes entrees and breakfasts with dairy products, eggs, pork, tree nuts, chicken, beef, turkey, fish, soy, and shellfish. It offers monthly and weekly subscriptions. Freshly, Inc. was formerly known as F3 Foods of Arizona, Inc. and changed its name to Freshly, Inc. in December 2014. Freshly, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is based in New York, New York. As of October 30, 2020, Freshly, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé USA, Inc.

Galderma

Acquisition in 2014
Galderma S.A. is a global company specializing in the manufacture and distribution of medical, consumer skin health, and dermatology products. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, Galderma offers a wide range of solutions including prescription medicines, medical aesthetics, and skincare products. Its extensive product portfolio addresses various dermatological conditions such as acne, rosacea, psoriasis, and skin cancer, with well-known brands like Epiduo®, Differin®, and Restylane®. The company operates through a network of 33 wholly-owned affiliates and distributors in approximately 80 countries, employing around 6,600 people. Galderma emphasizes innovation in meeting the dermatological needs of individuals and healthcare professionals, with research and development, and manufacturing sites located across multiple regions including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas.

Wyeth Nutritionals

Acquisition in 2012
Wyeth Nutritionals is a high-quality, high-growth infant nutrition business with strong brands, value-creating and accretives.

Sweet Leaf

Acquisition in 2011
In 1997, Sweet Leaf Tea founder, Clayton Christopher, decided to make a bottled tea that was just as tasty as the one his grandmother Mimi used to make. Every bottle of homemade goodness still starts with Granny's original recipe - the perfect balance of organic tea leaves and ingredients they can pronounce. In 2004, they put a spin on their classic sweet tea with fun new flavors like Mint & Honey.

Waggin’ Train

Acquisition in 2010
Waggin’ Train is a dog snacks business.

Vitaflo International

Acquisition in 2010
Vitaflo International develops clinical nutrition products for metabolic disorders, nutrition support, and disease specific conditions.

Kraft Pizza

Acquisition in 2010
Kraft Pizza produces and sells pizza to customers in various spots. It began operation in 2012, with its headquarters in Chicago in Illinois. Nestlé acquired it on January 5, 2010.

Vitality Foodservice

Acquisition in 2009
Vitality Foodservice Inc. manufactures and markets a complete range of beverage products from juices, teas, coffees and smoothies to innovative specialty drinks. Vitality’s high-performance organization with 700 employees and its expertise in sales, service and dispensing innovative products. Headquartered in Tampa, FL.

Henniez

Acquisition in 2007
Henniez manufactures and markets soft drinks and bottled water.

Gerber Products Company

Acquisition in 2007
Gerber Products Company is a purveyor of baby food and baby products. A formerly American-owned company headquartered in Fremont, Michigan, Gerber is now a subsidiary of Nestlé Group. Its subsidiary, Gerber Life Insurance Company, is headquartered in White Plains, New York.

Novartis Medical Nutrition

Acquisition in 2006
Novartis Medical Nutrition is a consumers with special nutritional requirements.

Dreyer's

Acquisition in 2006
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream Holdings, Inc., a subsidiary of Nestlé, is a United States-based producer of ice cream and frozen yogurt founded in 1928 as Edy's Grand Ice Cream in Oakland, California. Premium ice cream and frozen treats. Trusted, great-tasting brands for the whole family including Grand, Slow Churned, Dibs, and Fruit Bars.

Uncle Tobys

Acquisition in 2006
Uncle Tobys is the breakfast cereals and other breakfast food products.

Delta Ice Cream

Acquisition in 2005
Delta Ice Cream is a ice cream business in Greece as well as in Bulgaria, Macedonia, Romania, Serbia and Montenegro. They provide quality Ice Cream & many other Frozen Products. Have a look at their endless product line and services! They distribute to Grocery Stores, Super Markets, Hotels, Parlors, Banquet Halls & Fine Dining Restaurants.

Wagner Tiefkühlprodukte

Funding Round in 2004
Wagner Tiefkühlprodukte manufactures frozen pizzas for food retailing markets.

Clear Water

Acquisition in 2003
Clear Water was the companies who pioneered the dynamic HOD business in Russia.

SAPHIR

Funding Round in 2002
SAPHIR, a company owning the OPALIA brand, specialised in the office delivery of water in large formats.

Chef America - Assets

Acquisition in 2002
Chef America - Assets is a manufacturer and marketer of frozen hand-held food products.

Saint Springs

Acquisition in 2002
Saint Springs is the fast growing bottled water market in Russia.

Garoto

Acquisition in 2002
When they start cooking, they forget everything around us and have our own time. It is a true therapy. And when making a fancy chocolate cake or preparing a dessert to please loved ones, the sense of satisfaction and pride is overwhelming. Chocolate flavor pies, mousses and chocolates, add textures and create the perfect finish for many delights. And the good news is that the art of using it is not restricted to the big chocolate makers - you can also learn and make special candies using white, milk or dark chocolate. Unravel the mysteries of your transformation and stay on top of tips to make those moments at home even more enjoyable. Chocolates Boy helps!

Ice Cream Partners

Acquisition in 2001
Ice Cream Partners USA was formed in August, 1999 and combined Pillsbury’s Häagen-Dazs frozen desserts with Nestlé’s novelty ice cream business.

Ralston Purina Company

Acquisition in 2001
Ralston Purina Company was a St. Louis, Missouri-based American animal feed and pet food company.

Cargill S.A.C.I - petfood business

Acquisition in 2000
Cargill S.A.C.I - petfood business is a petfood company.

UCC Ueshima Coffee

Acquisition in 2000
UCC operates the world’s only coffee business encompassing every aspect of coffee “from cup to seed.” Its operations extend from cultivating seedlings on estates in the countries of production through raw ingredient procurement and importing, R&D and quality assurance, manufacturing, product distribution and sales, as far as promoting coffee culture. UCC operates all these businesses itself, pursuing the highest levels of quality at every stage. They endeavor, moreover, to create new value propositions so that their coffees can meet the expectations of customers in every possible day-to-day setting.

PowerBar

Acquisition in 2000
PowerBar was created by athletes, for athletes. They started PowerBar® to help athletes reach their goals by providing nutrition tools for optimum athletic performance. All of their products are backed by decades of leading edge sports nutrition science and innovation and always live up to their highest standards. They aim to meet the nutrition and energy needs of all athletes, from world-class champions and dedicated amateurs, to beginners and those who just want to improve.

PowerBar

Acquisition in 2000
PowerBar was created by athletes, for athletes. They started PowerBar® to help athletes reach their goals by providing nutrition tools for optimum athletic performance. All of their products are backed by decades of leading edge sports nutrition science and innovation and always live up to their highest standards. They aim to meet the nutrition and energy needs of all athletes, from world-class champions and dedicated amateurs, to beginners and those who just want to improve.