Martin Braun-Gruppe Acquires Hoff's Bakery
February 24, 2025
Martin Braun-Gruppe has acquired Hoff's Bakery, a family-owned frozen bakery producer based in Malden, Massachusetts, marking the group's first entry into the U.S. market and strengthening its Frozen Bakery Division. Hoff's Bakery — known for frozen fully finished cakes and desserts and employing around 150 people — will be led by Nicole Paparian, daughter of the founder, who will remain as CEO.
- Buyers
- Martin Braun-Gruppe
- Targets
- Hoff's Bakery
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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