Winona Capital Management

Winona Capital Management is a private equity firm established in 2006 and located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm specializes in providing acquisition and growth capital to emerging brands, focusing on sectors such as consumer goods, lifestyle products, leisure, sports, recreation, juvenile products, manufacturing, education services, and retail. As a Registered Investment Adviser, Winona Capital is dedicated to identifying and supporting outstanding companies that demonstrate potential for significant growth and market impact.

Ben Burrowes

Associate

Ben Grimaldi

Associate

Laird Koldyke

Founder and Managing Director

John McBlain

Director, Finance

Luke Reese

Founder and Managing Director

Jason Sowers

Director

8 past transactions

I and love and you

Series C in 2022
I and love and you is a producer of high-quality pet food products focused on providing healthy nutrition for pets. The company emphasizes fresh, whole-food ingredients, utilizing real meat, fish, and poultry in their formulations. Their products contain no grains, fillers, or artificial ingredients, ensuring optimal digestibility and a balanced diet for pets. Committed to pet wellness, I and love and you offers a comprehensive range of natural products, including food, treats, chews, supplements, and remedies, all designed to meet rigorous ingredient standards and approved by an on-staff holistic veterinarian. This approach positions the company as a leader in the pet care industry, dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of pets.

Incredible Foods

Venture Round in 2017
Incredible Foods strives to develop unique, all-inclusive products that are delicious, fun to eat and enhance the lives of those who enjoy them. Through its perfectly free™ brand, the Company is committed to creating delicious "Big 8 Allergy-Friendly™" foods for everyone who desire a fuller, happier, healthier, free-from lifestyle. perfectly free™ contain only natural, premium ingredients that are non-GMO and free from the Big 8 food allergens: dairy, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, soy, fish and shellfish. All products are prepared in a dedicated, free-from facility.

Monica Vinader

Funding Round in 2016
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Diono

Private Equity Round in 2015
Diono is a leading manufacturer of juvenile products based in the United States, specializing in travel products designed for children. The company offers a diverse range of high-quality items, including car seats, convertible boosters, seat protectors, strollers, and other travel accessories. With over a decade of experience, Diono is recognized for its commitment to safety and innovative design, having received more than 50 international awards from industry and consumer groups. Its products are available through retail partners in over 50 countries worldwide, reflecting a strong global presence and a dedication to exceeding family expectations both at home and on the go.

Evereve

Private Equity Round in 2015
Evereve is a contemporary fashion retailer that specializes in offering on-trend apparel and accessories. Catering to customers throughout the United States, the company provides a diverse range of products, including tops, shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, pants, shoes, and various accessories. Evereve focuses on delivering stylish and relevant fashion choices to its clientele.

I and love and you

Venture Round in 2014
I and love and you is a producer of high-quality pet food products focused on providing healthy nutrition for pets. The company emphasizes fresh, whole-food ingredients, utilizing real meat, fish, and poultry in their formulations. Their products contain no grains, fillers, or artificial ingredients, ensuring optimal digestibility and a balanced diet for pets. Committed to pet wellness, I and love and you offers a comprehensive range of natural products, including food, treats, chews, supplements, and remedies, all designed to meet rigorous ingredient standards and approved by an on-staff holistic veterinarian. This approach positions the company as a leader in the pet care industry, dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of pets.

Boloco

Private Equity Round in 2007
Boloco is a Boston-based restaurant chain with eight locations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, employing over 125 team members. Founded in 1997 by Adam Liebman, Gregg Harris, Jason Hutchinson, and John Pepper at the Berklee College of Music, Boloco offers a diverse menu featuring globally inspired burritos, bowls, salads, smoothies, and shakes. The brand is recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation, aiming to enhance customer experiences through technology and a distinctive brand personality. Boloco emphasizes its mission to positively impact the lives and futures of its employees in the fast food industry, setting itself apart from competitors in the fast casual dining sector. The company has also garnered attention for its early leadership in environmental initiatives and its dedication to customer satisfaction.

Rodd & Gunn

Rodd & Gunn is an online marketplace for men's clothes, footwear, lifestyle, gifts, and accessories.
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