
Gotham Green Partners
Description
Gotham Green Partners (GGP) is a prominent private equity firm headquartered in Santa Monica, with a strong focus on the rapidly evolving global cannabis industry. Established to deploy significant capital into cannabis and cannabis-related enterprises, GGP distinguishes itself through a disciplined investment approach and deep industry expertise. The firm targets companies across the entire cannabis ecosystem, including cultivation, processing, distribution, retail, and ancillary services, reflecting a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on growth opportunities within the sector.
GGP operates primarily in the late-stage venture and private equity segments, seeking out companies with proven business models and substantial growth potential. Since its inception, the firm has successfully raised multiple funds, including Gotham Green Partners II, which closed at $150 million in 2019, and Gotham Green Partners III, which aimed to raise $300 million as of 2022. This substantial capital base enables GGP to make meaningful investments that can significantly accelerate the development of its portfolio companies.
The firm's typical investment strategy involves deploying initial cheques ranging from $5 million to $25 million per company, demonstrating its commitment to providing substantial growth capital. GGP has built a diverse portfolio of leading cannabis companies, showcasing its ability to identify and support key players in the market. Notable investments include stakes in industry giants such as Green Thumb Industries, a leading multi-state operator, and Flow Kana, a prominent California-based cannabis company.
This approach positions Gotham Green Partners as a key financial partner for established and high-growth cannabis businesses looking to scale their operations and expand their market reach. Their focus on the global scale underscores their ambition to be a leading investor in the international cannabis market, leveraging their experience to navigate the complex regulatory and commercial landscapes of the industry.
Investor Profile
Gotham Green Partners has backed more than 22 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 13 rounds, about 59% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Post Ipo Debt, Post Ipo Equity, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Cannabis, Retail, Agriculture.
- Typical check size: $5M – $25M.
Stage Focus
- Post Ipo Debt (23%)
- Post Ipo Equity (23%)
- Series Unknown (18%)
- Series A (14%)
- Series C (9%)
- Corporate Round (5%)
- Series B (5%)
- Seed (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (86%)
- Canada (14%)
Industry Focus
- Cannabis
- Retail
- Agriculture
- Financial Services
- Venture Capital
- E-commerce
- Software
- Medical
- Hydroponics
- Shopping
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