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Alliance Consumer Growth

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Alliance Consumer Growth (ACG) is a prominent New York-based growth equity firm dedicated to investing in and partnering with high-growth, disruptive consumer brands. Founded with a clear focus on the consumer sector, ACG provides minority growth capital to companies poised for significant expansion. The firm targets businesses across various consumer categories, including beauty, personal care, food and beverage, health and wellness, and lifestyle, seeking out brands with strong market traction, innovative products, and passionate leadership teams. Their strategic approach is centered on identifying companies that are redefining their respective markets and have the potential for substantial scale.

ACG distinguishes itself through its hands-on, value-added partnership model. Beyond providing capital, the firm leverages its deep industry expertise, extensive network, and operational insights to support its portfolio companies in areas such as strategic planning, marketing, distribution, and talent acquisition. This collaborative approach aims to accelerate growth and build enduring brands. ACG has a strong track record of backing successful companies, with notable investments including Drybar, Harry's, Supergoop!, Siete Family Foods, and Tata Harper, many of which have achieved significant market penetration and successful exits.

The firm typically provides growth capital investments ranging from $10 million to $50 million, making them a suitable partner for consumer brands that have moved beyond the seed or early-stage funding and are seeking substantial capital to fuel their next phase of growth. Their investment thesis focuses on supporting companies through critical inflection points, helping them to scale operations, expand product lines, and reach broader consumer bases. ACG recently closed its fifth fund, Alliance Consumer Growth Fund V, in 2023, with total commitments of $400 million, underscoring their continued commitment and capacity to invest in the most promising consumer businesses. This substantial fund size allows ACG to deploy significant capital into a diverse portfolio of high-potential brands, reinforcing their position as a leading investor in the consumer growth equity space.

Investor Profile

Alliance Consumer Growth has backed more than 36 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 16 rounds, about 44% of its total and boasts 8 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Series Unknown, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Food and Beverage, E-Commerce, Beauty.
  • Typical check size: $10M – $50M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (42%)
  • Series Unknown (31%)
  • Series B (14%)
  • Series C (6%)
  • Series D (6%)
  • Series A (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (94%)
  • Canada (6%)

Industry Focus

  • Food And Beverage
  • E-commerce
  • Beauty
  • Manufacturing
  • Food Processing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Fashion
  • Cosmetics
  • Retail
  • Snack Food
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Alliance Consumer Growth frequently co-invest with?

Imaginary Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
Spark Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Puig
Europe, Catalonia, Spain, Barcelona
Co-Investments: 2
TRB Advisors
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
AF Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Thrive Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
White Road Investments
North America, California, United States, Emeryville
Co-Investments: 2
LivWell Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 1
Brand Foundry Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 1
Lerer Hippeau
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Alliance Consumer Growth often collaborate with?

BM
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
JW
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 2
David Chang
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 2
SW
North America, Florida, United States, Palm Beach Gardens
Shared Deals: 1
MS
North America, California, United States, Manhattan Beach
Shared Deals: 1
LA
North America, Colorado, United States, Aspen
Shared Deals: 2
Jayson Tatum
Oceania, Auckland, New Zealand, Auckland
Shared Deals: 1
DR
North America, New York, United States, New City
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Julian Reis
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Alliance Consumer Growth?

SuperOrdinary

Los Angeles, California, United States

SuperOrdinary is the distributor of coveted beauty and cosmetics brands.

BeautyCosmeticsWellness
Series BOct 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $58,000,000
Momofuku Goods

New York, New York, United States

Momofuku Goods is a restaurant chain that offers contemporary Asian-American cuisine.

Food and BeverageHotelRestaurants
Series UnknownSep 6, 2023
Amount Raised: $11,500,000
Half Magic

California, Kentucky, United States

Half Magic is a Donni Davy created vegan, cruelty-free, and transformational makeup line.

BeautyBrand MarketingDirect Marketing
Series UnknownJun 27, 2023
iNNBeauty Project

White Plains, New York, United States

iNNBeauty Project is an effective, clean, and accessible skincare brand for the next generation.

BeautyCosmetics
Series BDec 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Athletic Brewing

Stratford, Connecticut, United States

Athletic Brewing is a food and beverage company that specializes in manufacturing non-alcoholic craft beer.

BrewingCraft BeerFood and Beverage
Series DNov 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $75,450,000
CLIO Snacks

Roselle, New Jersey, United States

CLIO Snacks is a consumer goods company that manufactures yogurt bars.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingSnack Food
Series UnknownSep 26, 2022
Amount Raised: $17,810,913
The Honest Kitchen

San Diego, California, United States

The Honest Kitchen is a consumer goods company manufacturing pet food.

Consumer GoodsE-CommerceFood and BeverageManufacturingRetail
Series UnknownApr 5, 2022
Amount Raised: $150,000,000
Skims

Culver City, California, United States

SKIMS is a solutions oriented brand creating the next generation of inclusive underwear, loungewear and shapewear.

FashionLingerieRetail
Series BJan 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $240,000,000
Athletic Brewing

Stratford, Connecticut, United States

Athletic Brewing is a food and beverage company that specializes in manufacturing non-alcoholic craft beer.

BrewingCraft BeerFood and Beverage
Series CMay 11, 2021
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
Skims

Culver City, California, United States

SKIMS is a solutions oriented brand creating the next generation of inclusive underwear, loungewear and shapewear.

FashionLingerieRetail
Series AApr 9, 2021
Amount Raised: $154,000,000