why ahr?
Dedicated Consumer and franchising Focus
Our sector focus gives us a deep understanding of the unique opportunities and challenges facing growing brands. We understand where you’ve been, and we will support you to both get your transaction over the finish line and take your business to the next level.
World Class Resources
We bring the resources and expertise of a larger middle-market firm to the lower-middle market. We leverage our own experience with the capabilities of our network. We value our partners relying upon us in areas where they could use some additional strategic thought or guidance, and also, where they may be under-resourced.
Passion and Integrity
A passion for consumer brands, a limited number of active investments, and our long term orientation ensures that you get thoughtful, senior-level attention. Our approach is entrepreneurial, transparent and people-centric. We hope yours is too.
“The way in which our transaction was structured enabled us to scale our business with minimized risk and an increased capital base. Chris and John were an outstanding combination of strategy and execution, ensuring the highest return on invested capital. My needs as the founder of the company were always a focal point.”
SHOULD WE TALK?
WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Innovative consumer, ecommerce and franchising brands
Demonstrated consumer acceptance
Strong underlying demographic and psychographic trends
Compelling customer acquisition strategies
High integrity founders and executives seeking more than just capital
WE LIKE TO SEE:
Growth rates faster than the industry
Run rate sales in excess of $10 million
Healthy gross margins
Historical capital efficiency
A visible path to positive EBITDA if it isn’t already there
Our “Typical” investments:
Equity between $10 and $50 million
First institutional capital in
Preference for control (will consider minority)
Uses include shareholder liquidity and growth capital