Brentwood Associates
Brentwood Associates is a private equity firm based in Los Angeles, specializing in investments in consumer and business services companies, aiming to create category leaders through strategic support and growth initiatives.
Services
Brentwood Associates specializes in growth equity, founder recapitalization, and buyout investments. They invest in consumer and business services companies with proven and differentiated business characteristics. Their investment parameters typically include equity investments ranging from $20 million to $200 million, targeting companies with revenue between $20 million and $500 million and EBITDA up to $50 million. The firm focuses on accelerating growth through strategic support and partnership, aiming to create category leaders by developing revenue streams and expanding distribution alternatives.
Portfolio Companies
Brentwood Associates' portfolio includes companies such as Blaze Pizza, Chicken Salad Chick, and Soft Surroundings. These companies represent Brentwood's strategic focus on investing in consumer and business services. The firm's investments are aimed at driving growth and developing strong revenue streams while expanding distribution alternatives. By partnering with businesses that have proven and differentiated characteristics, Brentwood Associates seeks to support them in becoming leaders in their respective categories.
Recent Deals
One notable deal completed by Brentwood Associates is the sale of Parchment, a credential management company, to Instructure Holdings, Inc. for $835 million. This transaction exemplifies Brentwood's strategy of partnering with companies to accelerate growth and enhance value, ultimately positioning them for successful exits. Deals like this highlight the firm's expertise in identifying and investing in companies with strong business fundamentals and growth potential.
Investment Strategy
Brentwood Associates employs an investment strategy that focuses on growth equity, founder recapitalization, and buyout investments. They target consumer and business services companies with revenue ranging from $20 million to $500 million and EBITDA up to $50 million. By providing equity investments between $20 million and $200 million, Brentwood helps companies accelerate growth through strategic support, operational enhancements, and expanded distribution channels. The firm aims to develop these businesses into category leaders with strong and diversified revenue streams.
Location
Brentwood Associates is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Being based in a major economic and commercial hub allows the firm to leverage a strategic location for accessing a wide range of investment opportunities. The Los Angeles headquarters supports Brentwood's operations and facilitates its objective of partnering with consumer and business services companies across various sectors.