Investors in Leisure

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David Lloyd Leisure

David Lloyd Leisure is a prominent sport, health, and leisure business that operates a network of fitness clubs and leisure centers across the Republic of Ireland and mainland Europe. The company provides a range of facilities, including gyms, heated indoor and outdoor pools, and racquet sports facilities. It also features well-equipped group exercise studios, children's activity centers, and luxurious spa services, catering to a diverse clientele. David Lloyd Leisure focuses on promoting health and wellness through its comprehensive offerings, creating an environment that encourages fitness and leisure activities for individuals and families.
Made 1 investments in Leisure

Speedinvest

SpeedInvest GmbH is a venture capital firm based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2011. It specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on technology-related startups across Europe, particularly in sectors such as deep tech, fintech, insurtech, consumer tech, and marketplaces. The firm typically invests between €0.25 million and €3 million in pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages, while preferring to acquire minority stakes of up to 20% in its portfolio companies. SpeedInvest aims to be actively involved in the companies it invests in, often taking on operational roles for six months to one year. With additional offices in cities like San Francisco, Berlin, Paris, and London, SpeedInvest leverages a global network to support entrepreneurs in building successful businesses, thus contributing to the development of Europe’s startup ecosystem.
Made 4 investments in Leisure

Global Leisure Partners

Global Leisure Partners LLP is an advisory and private equity boutique merchant bank based in London, with an additional office in New York. Founded in 2004, the firm specializes in providing advisory and principal investment services, focusing on the global leisure and consumer industries. Its advisory services encompass buy-side and sell-side merger and acquisition guidance, financing, and restructuring. The firm has extensive expertise in executing various transactions, including buy-outs, strategic investments, and debt advisory. Global Leisure Partners primarily serves private equity partners and corporate clients across sectors such as casinos and gaming, lodging and hospitality, travel and tourism, health and fitness, and consumer goods. Its investment arm, Global Leisure Capital Partners LLC, focuses on private equity investments and seeks opportunities in leisure development, typically investing between $50 million and $1 billion in companies with enterprise values ranging from $200 million to $20 billion, primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, and Continental Europe.

LAUNCH

LAUNCH is a California-based organization that supports entrepreneurs and fosters innovation within the technology sector. Established in 2010, it encompasses multiple initiatives, including the LAUNCH Fund, which focuses on early-stage investments in technology-related companies. Additionally, LAUNCH operates an incubator designed to nurture startup development. Its flagship event, the LAUNCH Festival, attracts over 12,000 participants, including venture capitalists, angel investors, founders, and industry professionals, serving as a premier platform for startups to showcase their innovations. The organization also produces the podcast "This Week in Startups," which discusses trends and insights in the startup ecosystem. Through its various endeavors, LAUNCH aims to empower founders and promote the growth of emerging companies.
Made 2 investments in Leisure

Travel + Leisure

Travel + Leisure Co. is a prominent membership and leisure travel organization that offers a wide range of hospitality services and travel products. The company operates primarily in two segments: Vacation Ownership and Travel and Membership. In the Vacation Ownership segment, it develops, markets, and sells vacation ownership interests (VOIs) to consumers, while also providing financing and property management services at resorts. The Travel and Membership segment encompasses various travel businesses, including vacation exchange brands, a home exchange network, travel technology platforms, and direct-to-consumer rentals. With nearly 20 travel brands under its umbrella, Travel + Leisure Co. delivers exceptional vacation experiences and travel inspiration to millions of owners, members, and subscribers each year.

Sports & Leisure Group

Sports & Leisure Group is a Belgian manufacturing company based in Sint-Niklaas, specializing in the development and production of artificial grass for a variety of sports and leisure applications. With over 30 years of experience, the company has established itself as a leading supplier of high-quality artificial turf, producing more than 12 million square meters annually. Sports & Leisure Group's innovative production facility enables the creation of competitive artificial grass collections designed to meet the specific requirements of national and international sports associations. The company has already produced over 100 million square meters of artificial turf for sports such as American football, soccer, hockey, tennis, rugby, and golf, as well as for landscaping purposes. A robust total quality management system ensures that the entire creation, production, and delivery process is closely monitored, allowing for high standards of quality. The company collaborates with reliable transporters to ensure efficient product distribution to customers worldwide.

Kings Park Capital

Kings Park Capital LLP is a private equity firm based in London, specializing in the leisure sector across Europe. Established in 2007 by Jason Katz and Hugo Robinson, the firm focuses on lower middle-market investments, targeting companies involved in hotels, travel, health and wellbeing, gaming, bars and restaurants, and visitor attractions. Kings Park Capital typically invests between £3 million and £15 million in companies with enterprise values ranging from £50 million to £100 million. The firm aims to acquire controlling or significant equity stakes in its portfolio companies and actively participates in their management through board involvement. By backing incumbent management teams, Kings Park Capital seeks to support business growth and long-term strategic objectives, holding investments for four to five years to create lasting value.
Made 5 investments in Leisure

TWC

TWC Enterprises Ltd is a leisure services provider in Canada. Its core business is Golf club operations under the brand name ClubLink One Membership More Golf. The company's geographical segment includes Canadian golf club operations and United States golf club operations. It generates maximum revenue from the Canadian golf club operation segment.

The Club Company

The Club Company (UK) Limited is a prominent operator of health and golf country clubs in the United Kingdom, primarily located in central and southern England. Established in 1995 and based in Reading, the company provides a diverse array of amenities, including championship-standard golf courses, state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, and wellness services. In addition to these offerings, The Club Company features bars, restaurants, lounges with Wi-Fi, and crèches, catering to a wide range of customer needs. The company also manages Country Club Retreats, a network of luxury lodges that provide spa treatments and fitness facilities, enhancing the overall wellness experience for its members and guests.

Octopus Ventures

Octopus Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2007 and based in London, with additional offices in New York. The firm specializes in direct investments across various stages, including seed, Series A, Series B, and growth capital, primarily focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises. It invests in a range of sectors, with particular attention to health, technology, and industry, favoring areas such as digital health, artificial intelligence, and manufacturing. Octopus Ventures typically leads investment rounds, aiming to take board seats in its portfolio companies, and prefers to invest between £0.28 million and £25 million in companies with a minimum EBITDA of £0.5 million. The firm has a strong emphasis on collaboration, often co-investing with venture partners, and leverages its extensive network to provide strategic guidance beyond financial support. Its investment horizon is generally around five years, and it has significant assets under management, reflecting its robust presence in the European market.
Made 8 investments in Leisure

The Goldman Sachs Group

Goldman Sachs is a prominent global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm, established in 1869 and headquartered in New York City. The firm provides a range of services to corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Its Investment Banking segment offers advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring, as well as underwriting for public offerings and private placements of various securities. The Institutional Client Services segment focuses on client execution across fixed income, currencies, commodities, and equities, while also offering financing and securities lending to institutional clients. The Investing & Lending segment engages in originating long-term loans and investing in debt securities and real estate. Additionally, Goldman Sachs Asset Management serves both institutional and individual investors with comprehensive investment and advisory solutions across diverse asset classes. The firm also operates several specialized investment groups, including private equity and infrastructure funds, targeting a variety of sectors and investment strategies worldwide.

Montage International

Operator of a chain of hotel and resort management based in Irvine, California. The company offers facilities of spas, golf courses and clubs and also owns a collection of hotels and resorts.

Offenbachers Home Escapes

Distributor of outdoor furniture and leisure products based in Rockville, Maryland. The company offers outdoor furniture and home leisure products such as fire pits, hot tubs, swim spas, ping pong tables, dart boards, foosball and air hockey tables, poker tables and bar furniture and others for outdoor and indoor leisure, enabling its customers to get a one-stop shop for both indoor and outdoor leisure products

Baillie Lodges

Operator of a portfolio of luxury hotels and lodges intended to provide global travelers with a remarkable experience. The company offers regional cuisine, landscape, and wildlife experiences as well as engagement with the communities at exceptional locations across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, enabling customers to enjoy their stay.

Ocean Link

Ocean Link is a private equity firm established in 2016 and headquartered in Shanghai, with additional offices in Beijing and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in mid-market investments within China’s travel and leisure sectors, targeting a range of sub-verticals including hotels and resorts, attractions, online and offline travel agencies, transportation services, and related business solutions. Ocean Link manages both USD and RMB funds and collaborates with strategic partners such as Ctrip, a leading online travel agency, and General Atlantic, a prominent global growth equity firm. The firm seeks to capitalize on investment opportunities across the value chain of the travel and tourism industry in China.
Made 1 investments in Leisure

Lazydays Holdings

Lazydays RV SuperCenter, Inc. operates a network of recreational vehicle dealerships across the United States, offering a comprehensive range of products and services for RV enthusiasts. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Seffner, Florida, the company provides new and pre-owned RV sales, parts and accessories, repair services, rentals, hospitality offerings, as well as financing and insurance solutions. With additional locations in Florida, Arizona, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Colorado, Lazydays has established a solid reputation for delivering exceptional customer service and expertise. Their service department specializes in routine maintenance and complex repairs, ensuring that RV owners have access to reliable support. Known as a preferred destination for RVers, Lazydays fosters a welcoming environment where customers can connect with fellow travelers, making it a favored "home away from home."

The Liberation Group

The Liberation Group is a prominent pub, restaurant, and drinks business based in the Channel Islands, operating 68 predominantly freehold pubs across Jersey, Guernsey, and Alderney. The company is recognized for its strong presence in the market, particularly in Jersey where it has 44 pubs, alongside 22 in Guernsey and 2 in Alderney. In addition to its pub operations, The Liberation Group is known for its craft brewing, supplying a variety of its own brewed beers to multiple establishments throughout the region. This combination of hospitality and brewing has established The Liberation Group as a key player in the local beverage and dining scene.

Time Out

Time Out Group is a global media and leisure business that began in London in 1968, aiming to inspire people to explore urban cultures. The company operates through two main divisions: Time Out Media and Time Out Market. Time Out Media offers a range of digital and physical media, including websites, mobile apps, social media, print publications, and live events, all featuring curated content on food, culture, art, music, and entertainment in 327 cities across 58 countries. It monetizes its extensive reach through digital and print advertising and e-commerce. Time Out Market, which first opened in Lisbon in 2014, serves as a food and cultural marketplace, showcasing the best local chefs and experiences, driven by Time Out's editorial expertise. Following the success of the Lisbon market, additional locations have opened in North America, with plans for further expansions. Headquartered in London, Time Out Group continues to evolve as a trusted brand for both locals and tourists seeking the best in city experiences.
Made 1 investments in Leisure

Accor

Accor operates 821,518 rooms across roughly 50 brands addressing the economy through luxury segments as of Dec. 31, 2023. Ibis (economy scale) is the largest brand (35% of total rooms at the end of 2023), followed by midscale brands Mercure (16%) and Novotel (13%). FRHI offers additional luxury and North American exposure. After the sale of the majority of HotelInvest (owned assets) in 2018-19, the majority of total EBITDA comes from asset-light managed and franchised hotels. Europe and North Africa represent 44% of rooms, Asia-Pacific 34%, the Americas 13%, and India, Middle East, and Africa 10%. Premium, midscale, and economy are 86% of total rooms, while luxury andmore

Shearings

Shearings Holidays is a travel service provider based in England that specializes in offering a wide variety of holiday tours. The company provides expertly planned itineraries for different types of vacations throughout the year, including coach holidays, air holidays, river cruises, and escorted tours. Their offerings encompass seasonal breaks, such as summer, autumn, winter, and spring holidays, as well as specific occasions like Christmas and New Year. Additionally, Shearings caters to diverse preferences with options for short breaks, mystery breaks, and self-drive hotel breaks. By employing a team of professionals, Shearings ensures that clients receive personalized travel plans that align with their tastes and budgets.
Made 1 investments in Leisure

Luxury Escapes Travel

Luxury Escapes is a rapidly growing travel business that attracts approximately 3.2 million unique travelers each month. The company operates a travel website that provides holiday planning services through a free membership program. It specializes in offering exclusively negotiated prices for a range of accommodations and experiences, including hotels, resorts, villas, tours, and cruises. By presenting limited-time offers at insider prices, Luxury Escapes enables clients to enjoy premium vacations while making travel more accessible and affordable.

Compagnie des Alpes

Compagnie des Alpes is a leading French holding company specializing in the leisure industry. It operates primarily in two segments: ski areas and leisure parks. The ski areas include the management of ski lifts and the maintenance of ski runs and trails, catering to winter sports enthusiasts. The leisure parks segment encompasses a diverse range of attractions, including theme parks, combined amusement and animal parks, water parks, wax museums, and various tourist sites. With a strong presence in the European active leisure sector, Compagnie des Alpes has established itself as a prominent player in the market, focusing on delivering engaging experiences for visitors across its entertainment facilities.
Made 2 investments in Leisure

Groupe Beneteau

Bénéteau is among the world leaders in designing, producing and selling of leisure craft. The group also produces and markets recreational mobile homes.

HV Capital

HV Capital is a Munich- and Berlin-based venture capital firm established in 2000, focusing on supporting founders in the development of internet and technology companies. Formerly known as HV Holtzbrinck Ventures, the firm has become one of the leading early-stage and growth investors in Europe, managing a total of €1.7 billion across various funds. HV Capital has invested in approximately 200 companies, including notable names such as Zalando, Delivery Hero, FlixMobility, and SumUp. The firm typically provides funding ranging from €500,000 to €50 million, enabling it to support startups through all stages of growth. HV Capital primarily targets investments in sectors such as fintech, B2B, e-commerce, enterprise, travel, education, mobility, healthcare, and retail.
Made 6 investments in Leisure

BlackRock

BlackRock is a global investment management corporation founded in 1988 and headquartered in New York City. It provides a diverse array of services, including investment advisory, risk management, and asset management across various asset classes and sectors, such as real estate, energy, and technology. The firm manages funds for a wide range of clients, including large institutions and individual investors, focusing on delivering tailored investment solutions to help secure better financial futures. BlackRock operates through its subsidiaries, including BlackRock Capital Investment Advisors, which offers investment advisory services, and BlackRock Private Equity Partners, which specializes in direct and fund investments in private equity and venture capital. With a strong emphasis on both public and private markets, BlackRock’s expertise spans multiple strategies and geographic regions, making it one of the world's largest asset managers, with trillions of dollars entrusted to its care.

Ski Solutions

Ski Solutions is a leading tailor-made ski tour operator and the largest specialist ski travel agency in Britain, with over 30 years of experience in arranging ski holidays across Europe and North America. The company focuses on creating bespoke packages that can include hotel stays, chalets, or self-catering apartments, along with flights and transfers, ensuring a customized skiing experience for its clients. Ski Solutions has been recognized for its dedication to exceptional service, winning the 'Best Specialist Agent' award at the World Snow Awards in 2012. This accolade reflects the team's commitment to delivering memorable and personalized ski adventures.
Made 3 investments in Leisure

Tuniu

Tuniu Corporation is an online leisure travel company based in Nanjing, China, offering a comprehensive range of travel-related services and packaged tours. Founded in 2006, Tuniu provides organized and self-guided tours, catering to leisure travelers with over 550,000 offerings covering more than 140 countries and popular attractions in China. The company's services include the sale of tourist attraction tickets, visa application assistance, accommodation reservations, and transportation bookings for air, train, and bus travel. In addition, Tuniu offers car rentals, insurance services, and advertising solutions for tourism boards. Its products and services are accessible through various channels, including its website, mobile platform, and a network of call centers and retail locations across China. Tuniu aims to enhance its market presence by expanding its product range and improving customer experiences.
Made 3 investments in Leisure

Urban Sports Club

Urban Sports Club is a Berlin-based company that provides a flexible sports membership model, allowing individuals to access a wide range of fitness activities and venues. Founded in 2012 by Moritz Kreppel and Benjamin Roth, the company aims to promote healthier and more active lifestyles among its members. Users can choose from over 50 types of sports, including gym workouts, swimming, yoga, and team sports, at more than 10,000 partner facilities across Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Belgium. The membership caters to both private customers and corporate clients, emphasizing variety and flexibility. Since its inception, Urban Sports Club has expanded its reach through strategic acquisitions of several competitors, thereby enhancing its offerings and market presence in the leisure and company sports sector.

Pacha Group

Pacha Group, headquartered in Ibiza, is a prominent player in the leisure and hospitality industry, renowned for its strong brand recognition. The company operates a diverse portfolio that includes nightclubs, hotels, restaurants, event organization, franchising, and merchandising. By combining heritage, music, and glamour, Pacha provides a unique social experience and entertainment opportunities. With approximately 1,200 employees during peak season, the company positions itself as a leader in the Mediterranean leisure market, catering to a wide range of customers and enhancing their social experiences.

Leeway Ventures

Leeway Ventures, established in 2015 and based in London, is a venture capital firm that specializes in consulting, development, and investment activities. Founded by Paul Lees, who previously served as the CEO of Powwownow, a prominent UK free conference call service, Leeway Ventures aims to support startups through its investment initiatives. Following the sale of Powwownow in 2013 and the conclusion of an earn-out period, Lees created Leeway Ventures to leverage his experience in fostering innovation and growth within emerging companies.

Lifestyle Communities

Lifestyle Communities is a real estate firm that offers development, management and construction services.

DC Fray

DC Fray is a lifestyle services company focused on creating enjoyable experiences through a variety of offerings, including social sports leagues, special events, fitness activities, and travel opportunities. By organizing sports leagues and hosting engaging events, the company fosters connections among friends and helps individuals meet new people. In addition to its sports initiatives, DC Fray publishes a magazine that covers topics related to sports, lifestyle, food, culture, music, and travel, further enriching the community's engagement with diverse interests.

Fletcher Hotels

Operator of a chain of hotels intended to serve the hospitality industry. The company operates three-star as well as four-star hotels that offer amenities including restaurants, bars, lounges, saunas and facilities for parties, receptions, business gatherings and meetings, ensuring a convenient and affordable stay for everyone.

Parkdean Resorts

Parkdean Resorts is a prominent UK-based operator of self-catering holiday parks, featuring 73 unique locations across England and other regions. Established in 2001, the company is dedicated to providing an enjoyable holiday experience for families and individuals of all ages. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodation options, including static caravans, lodges, and glamping, as well as touring and camping pitches. Each park is equipped with family-friendly facilities and offers a range of entertainment options, such as live music, comedy shows, and events, ensuring an engaging atmosphere for visitors. With picturesque settings from Devon to Scotland, Parkdean Resorts aims to create lasting memories for its guests through quality service and a vibrant holiday experience.

Leyou Technologies Holdings

Leyou Technologies Holdings Limited is a video game development and distribution company headquartered in Admiralty, Hong Kong, with operations in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Established in 1998, Leyou primarily develops and publishes online multiplayer games, with its flagship title being Warframe, a free-to-play science fiction action game that has gained significant popularity on various platforms. The company is recognized as a leader in the free-to-play gaming sector and operates multiple development studios, including the prominent Digital Extremes. Besides game development, Leyou also offers work-for-hire studio services, merchandise sales, marketing support, and consultancy services. With a focus on high-quality game creation, Leyou is committed to expanding its portfolio of free-to-play titles and enhancing its capabilities through potential acquisitions of additional game studios. The company generates a substantial portion of its revenue from sales in Canada, while also serving markets in China, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Foresight Group

Foresight Group is an independent alternative asset manager based in London, specializing in infrastructure and private equity investments. With a robust 30-year history, the firm manages over £2.2 billion in assets, raised from a diverse range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals, family offices, pension funds, and institutional investors. Foresight offers a variety of investment products such as Limited Partnerships, Venture Capital Trusts, and Enterprise Investment Schemes, primarily targeting growth-stage companies across sectors like renewable energy, technology, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. The firm is committed to sustainable economic and social development, striving to generate long-term dividends and capital appreciation for its investors. Foresight Group operates internationally, with offices in the UK, USA, Italy, and Australia, and aims to develop innovative investment strategies that align with a smarter and more sustainable future.
Made 4 investments in Leisure

Ikos Resorts

Operator of luxury hotels catering to the family market and international customers in Greece. The company specializes in acquiring, developing and operating Greek and Mediterranean resorts and hotels.

Haichang Ocean Park Holdings

Haichang Ocean Park Holdings Ltd is a leisure company focused on theme parks. The company operates several theme parks in China with ocean, adventure, and water themes. In addition to theme parks, Haichang owns ancillary commercial properties adjacent to its theme parks that offer complementary services. The company's theme parks and surrounding properties provide rides, sightseeing, entertainment, dining, and shopping. Ocean-themed parks, the style in which Haichang themes of its parks, focus on marine animal breeding and conservation. Its segments include Park Operations, Operation as a service, and Property Development. Nearly all of its revenues come from Mainlandmore

Inspired Villages

Inspired Villages is a company based in London, United Kingdom, that owns and operates retirement communities designed to provide a luxurious and fulfilling lifestyle for elderly residents. Established in 2017, the company offers a range of beautiful apartments equipped with five-star facilities and various hospitality, care, and assisted living services. These communities foster a sense of belonging among retired individuals, featuring amenities that promote an active and independent lifestyle. Inspired Villages aims to create an environment where seniors can enjoy their retirement in comfort and security, while also having access to rental homes.
Made 1 investments in Leisure

Cedar Fair Entertainment

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is a leading operator of amusement and water parks, along with hotel accommodations, in the United States and Canada. The company manages 11 amusement parks, including notable locations such as Cedar Point in Ohio, Knott's Berry Farm in California, and Canada's Wonderland near Toronto. Additionally, Cedar Fair operates two outdoor water parks, one indoor water park, and four hotels, providing diverse entertainment options for guests. The company also oversees the management of Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park in California and owns Castaway Bay Indoor Waterpark Resort in Ohio. With a commitment to delivering memorable experiences, Cedar Fair caters to a wide audience across several states and provinces, making it one of the largest regional amusement-resort operators in the world. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Sandusky, Ohio, Cedar Fair continues to expand its offerings and enhance visitor experiences in the leisure and entertainment sector.

The Wellbridge Company

Owner and operator of athletic clubs, fitness centers and gyms in the United States. The company primarily manages clubs for real estate developers, property managers and financial institutions. The company operates under the brand names Sports and Wellness, Harbour Island, Colorado Athletic Club, Wellbridge, Concourse, Club NorthEast and Bel Air Athletic Club.

Levi Strauss

Levi Strauss & Co. is a prominent global apparel company that designs, markets, and sells a range of clothing items, including jeans, casual and dress pants, tops, shorts, skirts, jackets, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and children. The company's products are offered under various brands, such as Levi's, Dockers, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co., and Denizen. Operating through three regional divisions—Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific—the company is headquartered in San Francisco and employs approximately 10,500 people worldwide. Since the introduction of riveted clothing in 1873 by founder Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis, Levi's jeans have become iconic, maintaining a strong legacy and brand loyalty across generations. The company continues to innovate and adapt its brand portfolio to meet evolving consumer preferences in the apparel market.
Made 1 investments in Leisure

Leyo Capital

Founded in 2015, Leyo Capital is an early stage venture capital firm based in Beijing, China. The firm seeks to make investments focused on the pan-entertainment industries including animation, e-sports, games and derivative works.

LAZ Parking

LAZ Parking Ltd, LLC specializes in parking management services across the United States, offering a comprehensive suite of solutions for various sectors, including hospitality, healthcare, transportation, and government. Established in 1981 and headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, the company manages and leases parking facilities, providing services such as facility management, billing, collections, maintenance, and valet parking. It also oversees on-street parking systems, ensuring proper meter service and maintenance, cash collection, and enforcement operations. LAZ Parking's offerings extend to event parking, shuttle services, and advanced revenue control systems, catering to both commercial and residential property owners. With regional offices in major cities like Atlanta, Boston, and Los Angeles, LAZ Parking is committed to delivering efficient and safe parking solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clientele.

Creative Learning

Creative Learning Corporation, founded in 2009 and based in St. Augustine, Idaho, provides educational and enrichment programs for children aged 3 to 13 through its franchises, Bricks 4 Kidz and Sew Fun Studios. The company offers a variety of programs, including in-school workshops, after-school and pre-school classes, as well as activities for home-schooled children. Its offerings also extend to camps, birthday parties, and special events that aim to enhance traditional school curricula, stimulate creativity, and build self-confidence among young learners. As of September 2020, Creative Learning operated 451 Bricks 4 Kidz and Sew Fun Studios franchises, along with additional master and sub-franchises, across 39 countries, thereby establishing a significant international presence in the children's enrichment sector.

Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities

Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc. is Canada’s largest owner and operator of residential land lease communities, recreational resorts, and marinas. Established in 1998, the company has expanded its portfolio from two original properties to over 100, encompassing more than 27,500 operational and potential sites across the country. Parkbridge focuses on providing affordable and exceptional residential and recreational living options, utilizing an innovative land lease concept called the Live Smart Lease, which allows residents to own their homes while leasing the land. The company's diverse offerings include retirement communities, family communities, and camping and cottage resorts, catering to a growing demand for land lease living in Canada.

GV

GV Management Company, LLC, formerly known as Google Ventures, serves as the venture capital arm of Alphabet Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Boston, New York, Cambridge, and London. The firm specializes in growth capital investments across various stages, including seed, early, mid, and late stages, focusing on sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, artificial intelligence, robotics, cyber security, and agriculture. GV has invested in over 300 companies, seeking to support startups that aim to innovate and transform industries. The firm typically invests up to $50 million, with smaller amounts allocated to early-stage ventures. GV provides its portfolio companies with exceptional support by connecting them with Google's resources and talent, leveraging a team of experts in engineering, design, science, and marketing to enhance their growth potential.
Made 5 investments in Leisure

Auberge Resorts

Auberge Resorts Collection operates a distinguished portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs primarily in the United States. Each property is characterized by its unique design and a commitment to high-quality service. Guests can expect a crafted approach to luxury that includes exceptional cuisine and spa experiences. The collection also offers a range of adventurous activities, such as hot air ballooning, swimming with whale sharks, and helicopter tours, enhancing the overall guest experience. Auberge Resorts focuses on creating memorable and immersive stays that reflect the individuality of each location while maintaining a standard of excellence across its offerings.

Bpifrance

Bpifrance Financement S.A. is a French financial institution that provides a wide range of financing solutions and support services for businesses at various stages of their development. Established in 1980 and based in Maisons-Alfort, France, the company offers medium to long-term loans, export insurance, real estate and equipment leasing, and working capital loans. Bpifrance also invests in startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and mid-cap companies through direct investments and fund management activities. Additionally, it provides consulting services for executives and training for CEOs, aiming to facilitate innovation and growth. Bpifrance was formed from the merger of several entities in July 2013, including OSEO, CDC Entreprises, and FSI, to enhance its role in supporting the financing of the French economy.
Made 3 investments in Leisure

SLD Entertainment

SLD Entertainment, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates a chain of restaurants and entertainment venues in Japan. It features a dining café under the kawara CAFE & DINING brand and live houses under the LOOP brand, which emphasizes music, art, and culinary experiences. In addition to its dining operations, SLD Entertainment engages in event planning and production services, organizing mini live events and concerts. The company also provides consulting and space production services, enhancing its cultural offerings. Established in 2004, SLD Entertainment focuses on creating unique dining and entertainment experiences that blend food with cultural content.