Founders Group of Food Companies Inc.

Profile

Founders Group of Food Companies Inc. is a family-owned investment company based in Canada that uses its own capital to build a group of thriving food businesses. Established in 2014, the company is supported by Tricor Pacific Capital, Saville House Holdings, and Garibaldi Blue Investment Company Inc., bringing in over 30 years of experience from these partnerships. Founders emphasizes operating know-how combined with a long-term investment horizon, focusing on building robust food businesses through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.

Founders primarily invests in mature food processors and distributors, with a focus on businesses generating $5 to $10 million of EBITDA, although they may extend this range for exceptional opportunities. Their investments are mainly concentrated in the Midwest, Southwest, and West of the USA as well as Central and Western Canada. The firm looks for cash-flow generative businesses with hard assets and aims to hold these for the long term, facilitating liquidity for minority shareholders and management.

Some notable businesses within their portfolio include Presteve Foods - a seafood distribution business, Durham Meat and Seafood - a US-based protein processing and distribution business, and Rainier Pure Beef Company - a primary beef processor. Founders Group aims to enhance operations through strategic knowledge sharing and leadership support among the companies within its portfolio.