Sojourner merges Lornamead and AMG in $279M consumer-staples deal
What's the deal? Sojourner Consumer PartnersDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → has merged its portfolio company Lornamead ProductsDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → with AMG BrandsDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → in a deal valued at $279 million, creating a new entity called LPNA GroupDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom →. The combination unites two makers of personal care and household consumer staples sold across retail and online channels.
Who's involved? Lornamead, based in Tonawanda, New York, makes oral and personal care products, including Yardley London, Finesse, Aqua Net, and Lypsyl, and leads North America in private label oral care. AMG Brands, founded in 2012, owns household and personal care labels such as Wizard, Handi-Wrap, Scrub Free, and Xtra.
What's the endgame? The merged company aims to broaden its product range and push further into e-commerce. "I am excited to work with both companies with a shared purpose to collaborate strategically and tactically, share insights, and help each business expand into new channels, particularly e-commerce," said Emily Fong Mitchell, chief executive officer of LPNA Group.
Why these two? The companies already had ties through a multi-year licensing agreement for Yardley London and other brands. "Lornamead and AMG are incredibly complementary," said Rob DesMarais, co-founder of Sojourner and chairman of LPNA Group.
The backdrop: This marks Sojourner's third acquisition since its founding in 2023. The firm, with offices in Morristown, New Jersey, and Toronto, focuses on helping consumer-branded companies grow.
On the deal: Capital One served as left lead arranger, bookrunner, and administrative agent on the senior secured credit facilities financing the transaction. McDermott Will & SchulteDealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → advised Sojourner and Lornamead, while Oppenheimer & Co.Dealroom has a profile for this one. Try Dealroom → advised AMG.
The signal: The merger reflects continued consolidation among mid-market consumer-staples brands, as owners combine complementary portfolios to build scale in manufacturing, retail relationships, and online distribution.
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