Swander Pace Capital (with Branch Brook partners) Acquires Mighty Spark Food Company
May 25, 2021
Swander Pace Capital, through its Branch Brook strategic partnership with United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) and Jefferson Capital Partners, has acquired Mighty Spark Food Company, a Minneapolis-based better-for-you protein brand. Intrepid acted as exclusive financial advisor to Mighty Spark; the transaction brings new leadership and board appointments and aims to accelerate the brand’s retail distribution and growth.
- Buyers
- Swander Pace Capital, Branch Brook Holdings, United Natural Foods, Inc., Jefferson Capital Partners
- Targets
- Mighty Spark Food Company (dba Mighty Spark)
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- Minnesota, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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