Innovate Partners

VMG Partners is a Los Angeles-based investment firm that focuses on supporting entrepreneurs in building transformative consumer brands and technologies. With a philosophy centered on elevating visionary companies to powerhouse brands, VMG provides financial and human capital to help entrepreneurs realize their boldest aspirations. Through strategic guidance and hands-on support, VMG has established itself as a trusted business partner for companies like Spindrift, Quest Nutrition, Ampla, Kosas, and Briogeo. Their unique understanding of commerce enablement and commitment to celebrating successes while navigating challenges have made them a valuable resource for entrepreneurs looking to disrupt and innovate in the consumer brand ecosystem.Generated from the website

Leonard Green & Partners is a private equity firm with more than $3 billion in equity capital under management. Founded in 1989, the firm has invested in more than 30 companies with aggregate value of more than $18 billion. Located in Los Angeles, LG&P invests in established companies that are leaders in their markets. It works with investment bankers, business brokers and other intermediaries to source investment opportunities. It also partners with management through operational improvements, acquisitions, financial engineering and other strategic initiatives. The company structures transactions to meet the needs of all parties involved. Types of investments that it has completed in the past include public-to-private transactions, recapitalizations of privately held businesses, growth capital, equity capital to facilitate acquisitions, turnarounds and restructuring investments and acquisitions of divisions and assets from large corporations.