The Yucaipa Companies

The Yucaipa Companies is a private equity firm based in Los Angeles, California, established in 1986 by Ron Burkle. Specializing in investments within the retail, logistics, and distribution sectors, Yucaipa has developed a strong reputation for generating economic value through business growth and responsible development. The firm has executed mergers and acquisitions exceeding $30 billion and actively partners with management teams to strategically realign companies and enhance their operations. This approach aims to create lasting value for its investors while fostering sustainable business practices.

Jeff Pelletier

Operating Partner

Frank Quintero

Principal

Edward Renwick JD

Partner

5 past transactions

Steinberg Sports & Entertainment

Secondary Market in 2021
Steinberg Sports & Entertainment is a sports agency. They provide services that include professional football, basketball, baseball, and action sports. An online inquiry form is available on the company's website.

Relativity Media

Private Equity Round in 2012
Relativity Media is an independent media and entertainment company engaged in the production and distribution of content across multiple platforms. Its core operations include film production and financing, television production, and music publishing, which encompasses the release of soundtrack albums for films and television series. The company also specializes in the acquisition and distribution of commercial films, ensuring their availability in theatrical, digital, transactional, streaming, and television formats. Additionally, Relativity Media offers professional sports development services, which involve contract negotiation, marketing, media relations, and fan management, along with entrepreneurial ventures and community involvement. Furthermore, the company is involved in the sale and distribution of third-party films, broadening its reach in the entertainment industry.

AquaHydrate

Venture Round in 2011
AquaHydrate, Inc. is a health and fitness company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2003. The company specializes in the production of alkalized bottled water, which is purified to meet stringent industry standards and raised to an alkaline pH of 9. AquaHydrate is supplemented with electrolytes and natural trace minerals, making it a unique offering in the market. Targeting health-conscious consumers, particularly athletes and fitness enthusiasts, AquaHydrate has gained recognition among elite athletes, including professional sports figures and Olympic competitors. The company distributes its products through grocery stores, health food outlets, and online platforms across the United States, promoting a healthy lifestyle without the inclusion of sugar, calories, or artificial additives.

Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea

Post in 2009
The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc. is a retail grocery chain that operates various types of stores, including conventional supermarkets, combination food and drug stores, and limited assortment food stores across the United States. Founded in 1859 and headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, the company offers a wide range of grocery products, such as fresh produce, dairy, frozen foods, and general merchandise, as well as pharmacy services. Its stores feature private label brands like America’s Choice and Live Better Wellness and operate under several trade names, including A&P, SuperFresh, and Pathmark. As of February 2011, the company had 393 stores. However, on July 19, 2015, the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York, marking a significant shift in its operational history.

GameSpy

Series A in 1999
GameSpy Technology, a division of Glu Mobile, specializes in providing connected gaming technology and services to the gaming industry. Established in 1999, GameSpy has developed multiplayer technologies that enhance and extend gameplay experiences across all gaming platforms. Its services have been employed in over 900 titles, including notable games like Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, Mario Kart Wii, and the Command & Conquer 3 franchise. The company's offerings include user-generated content and data storage, player metrics and rankings, in-game commerce, multiplayer gameplay, community engagement, and consulting services for game developers. GameSpy's contributions to the gaming landscape were recognized when it received the Front Line Award from Category Networking in 2011.
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