The global recession has put more focus on consumer companies in defensive spaces, such as consumer staples or niche products. Subsequently, entrepreneurs must be prepared for a reduction in the number of annual M&A transactions in consumer products and lengthier transaction timelines.

Growing middle-market branded consumer companies, however, are still very attractive to growth investors and strategic buyers seeking ways to grow their enterprise exponentially. If the current investment landscape is not attractive to a seller, Arbor will help him/her map the proper course for pursuing a liquidity event.

Sub-sectors

Arbor realizes that not all consumer products companies maintain the same level of brand equity and valuation through a transaction. Instead, Arbor focuses on specific sub-sectors and communicates regularly with active investors and strategic buyers in consumer products to help the entrepreneur decide the "right" time to raise capital or pursue an exit.

Arbor specializes in:

• Food & Beverage
• Personal Care
• Pet products & care
• Household products
• Baby
• Apparel
• Toys & leisure