TZP Group Acquires Majority Stake in Kindred Bravely
April 12, 2021
TZP Group (via TZP Small Cap Partners II) has acquired a majority stake in Akerson Enterprises LLC d/b/a Kindred Bravely, a digitally-native direct-to-consumer maternity and nursing apparel brand. Founders Deeanne and Garret Akerson will remain co-CEOs and retain a significant ownership stake as TZP partners with management to accelerate the company's growth.
- Buyers
- TZP Group, TZP Small Cap Partners II, L.P.
- Targets
- Akerson Enterprises LLC d/b/a Kindred Bravely
- Sellers
- Akerson Enterprises LLC
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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