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L Catterton

North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich

Description

L Catterton is a preeminent global consumer-focused investment firm, established in 2016 through the strategic combination of Catterton, LVMH's private equity arm, and Groupe Arnault's private equity activities. Headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, the firm leverages a unique blend of deep industry expertise, operational capabilities, and an extensive global network to partner with leading consumer brands worldwide. Its formation brought together decades of experience in consumer investing, creating a powerhouse dedicated to accelerating the growth and market penetration of its portfolio companies.

The firm's investment strategy is exclusively centered on the consumer sector, encompassing a diverse array of segments including food and beverage, retail, health and wellness, beauty, and media. L Catterton employs various investment approaches, including buyouts, growth equity, and strategic minority investments, tailored to the specific needs and growth stage of its portfolio companies. With approximately $35 billion of equity capital under management across its various funds, L Catterton demonstrates significant financial capacity to support its investments, from emerging brands to established market leaders.

L Catterton boasts a truly global footprint, operating from 17 offices across five continents, which enables it to identify and capitalize on consumer trends in diverse markets. While their investment sizes vary significantly depending on the fund and strategy, their Growth Fund, for instance, typically targets equity investments ranging from $25 million to $100 million. This flexibility allows them to engage with companies at various stages, fostering their development through strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a global network, which are crucial for scaling consumer enterprises in today's competitive landscape.

Investor Profile

L Catterton has backed more than 104 startups, with 8 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 59 rounds, about 57% of its total and boasts 30 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Series B, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Germany.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Health Care, Fitness.
  • Led 6 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $25M – $100M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (18%)
  • Series B (17%)
  • Series A (13%)
  • Series D (12%)
  • Series C (12%)
  • Series Unknown (9%)
  • Seed (6%)
  • Series E (6%)
  • Series G (2%)
  • Pre Seed (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (73%)
  • United Kingdom (5%)
  • Germany (4%)
  • Chile (3%)
  • Mexico (3%)
  • India (3%)
  • China (2%)
  • Israel (1%)
  • Canada (1%)
  • Japan (1%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Health Care
  • Fitness
  • Wellness
  • Food And Beverage
  • Personal Health
  • Beauty
  • Software
  • Consumer Goods
  • Cosmetics
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does L Catterton frequently co-invest with?

Activant Capital
North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich
Co-Investments: 5
General Catalyst
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 5
Bezos Expeditions
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 4
PICO Venture Partners
Asia, Yerushalayim, Israel, Jerusalem
Co-Investments: 4
T. Rowe Price
North America, Maryland, United States, Baltimore
Co-Investments: 4
Temasek Holdings
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 4
Castor Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 4
Rx3 Growth Partners
North America, California, United States, Newport Beach
Co-Investments: 3
Sandbridge Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does L Catterton often collaborate with?

DM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AA
North America, California, United States, Irvine
Shared Deals: 1
JL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AK
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Philadelphia
Shared Deals: 1
JB
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
JC
North America, California, United States, Irvine
Shared Deals: 1
LT
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
ML
North America, North Carolina, United States, Shelby
Shared Deals: 1
EF
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Philadelphia
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by L Catterton?

SUGAR Cosmetics

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

SUGAR Cosmetics is a cruelty-free makeup brand that offers a wide range of premium makeup products.

Series UnknownJul 22, 2025
Amount Raised: $2,898,250
Flexjet

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Flexjet is a private jet company that provides fractional jet ownership, leasing, and jet card services.

AerospaceAir TransportationTransportationTravel
Secondary MarketJul 21, 2025
Amount Raised: $200,000,000
Flexjet

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Flexjet is a private jet company that provides fractional jet ownership, leasing, and jet card services.

AerospaceAir TransportationTransportationTravel
Private EquityJul 21, 2025
Amount Raised: $600,000,000
Fever

New City, New York, United States

Fever is a live-entertainment discovery tech platform that enables users to discover and book various events, experiences, and attractions.

EventsSoftwareTicketing
Private EquityJun 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Farmley

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Farmley is a snack food company that specializes in dry fruits and nuts.

Food and BeveragePlant-Based FoodsSnack Food
Series CMay 12, 2025
Amount Raised: $42,000,000
SUGAR Cosmetics

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

SUGAR Cosmetics is a cruelty-free makeup brand that offers a wide range of premium makeup products.

Series ENov 27, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,501,273
WeVets

São Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

WeVets operates as a veterinary health ecosystem offering various health services for pets.

Health CarePetVeterinary
Private EquityNov 18, 2024
Ghost

Los Angeles, California, United States

Ghost combines real-time data with intelligent solutions to help brands monetize their excess inventory discreetly and sustainably.

MarketplaceRetail TechnologySoftware
Series COct 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
California Naturals

Los Angeles, California, United States

California Naturals is a personal care brand that offers clean, safe, and natural goods to everyone at an affordable price.

BeautyPersonal HealthWellness
Series AOct 1, 2024
EGYM

Munich, Bayern, Germany

EGYM is a smart fitness startup that provides fitness and health facilities with intelligent workout solutions.

FitnessSportsWellness
Series GSep 24, 2024
Amount Raised: $200,000,000