Consumer

Consumer

Our seasoned professionals bring unmatched expertise across the consumer sector, having successfully navigated over $35+ billion in transactions.

Providing Unparalleled Solutions In The Consumer Sector

We remain at the forefront of evolving trends across the Consumer landscape, staying attuned to habits, preferences and market dynamics. This perspective, combined with our strong institutional funder, strategic company and private capital relationships, allows us to design and implement tailored financial and strategic solutions aligned with our clients' capital-raising and M&A goals. We are driven by the dynamic market forces that create new opportunities ranging from the growth of eCommerce, the increasing demand for “better-for-you” products and services, and the dynamically transforming consumer, retail and leisure landscape.

Mark Jones-Pritchard
Mark Jones-Pritchard
Managing Director
Robert Schmidt
Robert Schmidt
Managing Director

Selected Focus

  • Consumer Products & CPG
  • Branded Food & Beverage
  • Food & Beverage Manufacturing and Private Label
  • Pet Products & Services
  • Outdoor and Enthusiast
  • Direct-to-Consumer and Retail
  • Consumer Services
  • Retail & Restaurants
  • Travel & Leisure

Selected Recent Sector Transactions

Select Consumer Reports

03/20/2025
Consumer Industry & Market Update, First Quarter 2025

With millions of new pets adopted during and after the pandemic, and younger generations driving premiumization, the pet industry continues to expand. Demand for high-quality food, treats, and services is rising, while the fragmented market presents attractive M&A consolidation opportunities. Despite economic uncertainties, one thing remains clear: as pets are increasingly seen as family, the industry is proving resilient. Download our full report for key insights, themes, and recent transactions in the pet industry. Learn more.
11/06/2024
Consumer Industry & Market Update, Fourth Quarter 2024

Consumers are prioritizing overall wellness, focusing on fitness, nutrition, and mental health. Fitness centers across price ranges are flourishing with diverse services, while medi-spas and corporate wellness programs attract wider audiences. In food and beverage, health-driven choices like high-protein, low-sugar, plant-based, and gut-friendly options are gaining popularity. Learn more.
06/26/2024
Consumer Industry & Market Update, Second Quarter 2024

The food, beverage and pet sectors are showing a return towards more normalized activity thanks to private equity and strategic acquirers with record cash reserves looking for bolt-on and roll-up acquisitions. With interest rates holding steady and the possibility of a rate cut in late 2024, the stage is set for dynamic activity in the latter half of the year and into 2025. Learn more.
10/24/2023
Consumer Industry & Market Update, Third Quarter 2023

Despite macroeconomic uncertainty, sectors like Health & Wellness, Food & Beverage, and Pet are showing robust deal activity. Additionally, there is a noticeable uptick in credit market volume as companies seek to refinance their existing facilities or strengthen their balance sheets through recapitalization. Learn more.