Founders-Led Consortium Acquires BeckSöndergaard from Valedo
April 14, 2022
Valedo Partners has divested Danish women's accessories brand BeckSöndergaard to a consortium led by the company's founders, Lis Beck and Anna Søndergaard. Valedo had owned the business for nine years during which the brand expanded its product range, increased international sales and focused on online channels; terms were not disclosed.
- Buyers
- Consortium led by founders Lis Beck and Anna Søndergaard
- Targets
- BeckSöndergaard
- Sellers
- Valedo Partners Fund II AB (Valedo)
- Industry
- Consumer Products
- Location
- Denmark
- Transaction Type
- Divestiture
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