GP Investments

GP Investments, Ltd., established in 1993, is a Brazil-based alternative investment firm with a global presence. It specializes in private equity and venture capital, focusing on leveraged acquisitions, buyouts, and recapitalizations of mature, large-sized, and mid-sized companies. The firm primarily invests in Latin America, with a primary focus on Brazil, and seeks controlling or joint-control stakes in companies with annual revenues exceeding $60 million. It avoids sectors with negative social and environmental implications, such as technology, biotech, and tobacco. GP Investments exits investments through trade sales, IPOs, and other strategic transactions. Additionally, it engages in real estate investments across residential, office, and retail segments. The firm offers consulting services to its clients and maintains offices in São Paulo, Brazil; Hamilton, Bermuda; New York, USA; London, UK; and Mexico City, Mexico.

Rodrigo Boscolo

CFO

Rubens Freitas

Managing Director

Danilo Gamboa

Managing Director and Board Member

Joao Junqueira

Managing Director

13 past transactions

JackBe

Seed Round in 2023
Almost no one enjoys grocery shopping. But we’re on a mission to make it ‘nearly' fun. With JackBe, customers can simply place an order anytime, anywhere, on an easy-to-use mobile app, drive to the nearest location and have fresh, handpicked groceries delivered to their car in minutes. We’re swapping moldy clementines for hand-picked produce, unfit substitutes for exactly what you ordered, and most importantly, your time grocery shopping into time spent doing…well, anything else! We’ll save you hours. How you spend them is up to you. JackBe. It’s grocery shopping reimagined. In early 2023, we will be opening 3 of our first locations in the OKC area. Stay tuned for more.

Insole

Venture Round in 2021
Insole is a clean-fintech company that focuses on transforming energy bills into financial benefits. By developing a digital and sustainable financial model, Insole provides innovative solutions that create savings and credits for its users. The platform aims to promote solar energy consumption while fostering sustainability and financial well-being for businesses and their stakeholders. Through its approach, Insole seeks to deliver economic advantages that contribute to both individual and societal growth.

MB | Mercado Bitcoin

Series A in 2021
We are the largest Digital Assets Platform in Latin America. - 4,000,000 clients - +220 assets listed - 11 years operating since 2013 - USD 31 billion transacted - 400 employees - +120M USD tokenized assets Achievements: - Top #1 Series B round ever in Latin America and the largest investment in a crypto company ever made by SoftBank in the region - 1st RWA Tokens issuer in Brazil, LatAm Leader, 4th worldwide - Based in Brazil with offices in Portugal and Mexico Invested by: - SoftBank - 10T Holdings - genial - GP Investments - Mercado Libre - Parallax Ventures - Tribe Capital Regulatory Licences: - BACEN - CVM - Banco de Portugal Audited by: - EY The company was founded in 2013 by Gustavo Chamati and Mauricio Chamati and is headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

2TM

Series A in 2021
2TM creates an infrastructure for the financial market in blockchain, ensuring efficiency and security in funding and investment operations. It was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

CYGNUSEMI

Seed Round in 2021
Cygnus Semi is a semiconductor chip technology company that specializes in developing solutions for 5G Internet-of-Things (IoT) applications. The company focuses on creating advanced connectivity capabilities for smart devices and smart cities. Its products are designed to enhance the performance of electronic devices, allowing manufacturers to integrate high-quality chip technology into their smart products. Through its innovations, Cygnus Semi aims to support the growing demand for enhanced connectivity in various sectors.

CERC Central de Recebíveis

Venture Round in 2020
CERC Central de Recebíveis S.A. is a financial technology company based in São Paulo, Brazil, that specializes in enhancing the use of receivables in credit operations. Founded in 2015, CERC has developed an intelligent platform designed to provide security and efficiency for lenders utilizing receivables as collateral. The company aims to transform the credit market by facilitating accelerated and sustainable credit growth for businesses of various sizes. By focusing on improving the infrastructure surrounding credit transactions, CERC seeks to increase the overall reliability of receivable-based lending.

Spice Private Equity

Acquisition in 2016
Spice Private Equity AG is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Zug, Switzerland, with additional offices in Hamilton, Bermuda, London, Singapore, and the United States. Founded in 1999, the firm focuses on direct investments in privately held companies and the acquisition of shares in publicly listed companies, often in collaboration with other private equity investors. It targets growth-oriented investments across various sectors, including consumer goods, telecommunications, education, financial services, infrastructure, and healthcare. The firm primarily focuses on emerging markets, with significant investments in the Asia Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America regions. Spice Private Equity typically makes investments ranging from $10 million to $60 million, seeking opportunities that allow for substantial influence over the management of the investees. The firm also engages in fund of funds investments and may invest opportunistically in certain credit products. Operating as a subsidiary of GP Investments, Ltd., Spice Private Equity is managed by GP Advisors and has a proven track record of over a decade in the investment landscape.

The World Kitchen

Acquisition in 2016
The World Kitchen is a prominent retailer in the UK, specializing in a variety of high-quality cookware and dinnerware brands. Its product lineup includes trusted names such as Corelle, CorningWare, and Visions Glass Cookware. World Kitchen offers a diverse range of items, including chip and break-resistant dinnerware, lightweight glass bakeware, and a comprehensive selection of saucepans, casseroles, and skillets. The Corelle collection features complete tableware settings with dinner sets and individual pieces, while the CorningWare and Visions ranges provide versatile options that match the performance of stainless steel and other materials. With a focus on both functionality and style, World Kitchen aims to enhance culinary experiences for families and friends.

Go Electric

Series A in 2016
Go Electric Inc. is a green-technology company that specializes in developing innovative energy solutions for the customer side of the meter, serving facilities and utilities. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Anderson, Indiana, with additional offices in Brooklyn and Honolulu, the company focuses on integrating renewable energy, advanced batteries, and generators to enhance energy security, reduce costs, and improve grid stability. One of its key products, AutoLYNC, is a microgrid and uninterruptible power system that efficiently synchronizes and optimizes various AC and DC power sources, providing reliable electrical power at the correct frequency and voltage. Go Electric's solutions are utilized in diverse applications, including government, military, and electric utility sectors, particularly in New York City, thereby contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

Beleza Natural

Private Equity Round in 2013
Beleza Natural is Brazil's largest network dedicated to the care and treatment of curly and wavy hair. The company operates a chain of beauty institutes that provide a range of specialized products and services aimed at enhancing the health and appearance of such hair types. Its offerings include intensive care products, tip repair treatments, and a line specifically designed for children, alongside various treatment creams. Beleza Natural focuses on meeting the unique needs of customers with curly and wavy hair, establishing itself as a leader in this niche market within Brazil's beauty industry.

Viajo.com

Series C in 2001
Viajo.com is an online travel platform launched in 1999, based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It specializes in air ticket reservations and offers a variety of travel packages to clients across multiple regions, including the USA, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina. The platform aims to provide users with access to diverse travel options, catering to various tourist destinations worldwide. Through its comprehensive services, Viajo.com facilitates convenient travel planning for individuals seeking to explore different locales.

Viajo.com

Series B in 2000
Viajo.com is an online travel platform launched in 1999, based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It specializes in air ticket reservations and offers a variety of travel packages to clients across multiple regions, including the USA, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina. The platform aims to provide users with access to diverse travel options, catering to various tourist destinations worldwide. Through its comprehensive services, Viajo.com facilitates convenient travel planning for individuals seeking to explore different locales.

Submarino

Series B in 2000
Submarino is an online seller of Spanish- and Portuguese-language books, CDs and toys.
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