Meaningful Partners Announces Strategic Growth Investment in Allies of Skin

SKKY Partners Takes Minority Stake in 111SKIN

January 23, 2025

Consumer Products

SKKY Partners, the consumer-focused private equity firm co-founded by Jay Sammons and Kim Kardashian, has made a minority investment in luxury skincare brand 111SKIN. The founders, Eva and Dr. Yannis Alexandrides, retain majority ownership and 111SKIN will use the investment to strengthen its direct-to-consumer business and expand further into North America and Asia.

Prelude Growth Partners Makes $15M Minority Investment in Skin Pharm

May 16, 2023

Healthcare Services

Prelude Growth Partners, a female-founded growth equity firm, has made a $15 million minority investment in Skin Pharm to fund the aesthetic clinic's nationwide clinic expansion and product development. Founder and CEO Maegan Griffin will remain in charge as the capital supports new clinic openings and expansion of the company's skincare product line.

5th Century Partners Makes $20M Growth Investment in Peace Out Skincare

November 7, 2022

Consumer Products

5th Century Partners has made a $20 million growth investment in Peace Out Skincare, the DTC beauty brand known for its OTC-approved Acne Dot and other skincare products. The capital will fund Peace Out's domestic and international expansion, new product launches, increased marketing, and hiring to scale operations.

Meaningful Partners Makes Growth Investment in Active Apparel Group

September 30, 2021

Manufacturing

Meaningful Partners LLC completed a strategic growth investment in Active Apparel Group (AAG), a Brisbane-based, socially-responsible manufacturer of activewear and swimwear. The capital will be used to accelerate AAG’s growth, expand its presence in existing and new markets, and support the company’s end-to-end development and manufacturing capabilities.

Focus Impact Partners and Meaningful Partners Make Growth Investment in Skiptown

December 1, 2022

Restaurants & Hospitality

Focus Impact Partners, LLC and Meaningful Partners LLC made a strategic growth investment in Skiptown to fund expansion and new location openings. The investment includes a board appointment of Steve King and will support Skiptown’s multi-unit scaling of its pet services and experiential venues; terms were not disclosed.

Brentwood Associates Makes Strategic Growth Investment in Pacifica Beauty

January 28, 2022

Consumer Products

Brentwood Associates has made a strategic growth investment in Pacifica Beauty and joined with the company to accelerate its omnichannel and international expansion. The investment coincides with the appointment of Nathalie Kristo as CEO and a leadership reorganization intended to scale the brand’s DTC, retail, and global distribution efforts.