INVESTMENTS NEWS CONTACT News October 01, 2021 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer, retail, and distribution investments, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates from Altria Group, Inc. Read More... April 16, 2021 Pure Fishing Announces The Close Of Purchase For Plano Synergy Holdings Inc. With Pure Fishing To Retain Strategic Brands From The Plano Portfolio And Gsm Outdoors To Acquire The Hunting Accessories And Archery Brands COLUMBIA, S.C. (April 16, 2021) — Pure Fishing Inc., the world’s largest fishing tackle company, announces the close of its purchase of Plano Synergy Holdings Inc., effective today. As part of the closing of this purchase, Pure Fishing also announces it has closed the sale of Plano Synergy’s archery and hunting accessories brands to GSM Outdoors, the leader in the enthusiast hunting, sport shooting, and rugged outdoor market, also effective today. Read More... March 19, 2021 Royal Caribbean Group completes the sale of its Azamara brand to Sycamore Partners MIAMI – March 19, 2021 – Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) (the Group) today announced it completed the sale of its Azamara brand to Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer, retail and distribution investments, in an all-cash transaction for $201 million. The sale included Azamara’s three-ship fleet and associated intellectual property. Read More... January 14, 2021 Express, Inc. Announces $140 Million in Additional Financing to Bolster Liquidity COLUMBUS, Ohio-- Fashion apparel retailer Express, Inc. (NYSE: EXPR) today announced that it has entered into a definitive loan agreement with Sycamore Partners as lead lender, along with Wells Fargo and Bank of America Merrill Lynch, that strengthens its liquidity position by an additional $140 million. The new financing includes a $90 million FILO Term Loan with a maturity date of May 24, 2024, and a $50 million Delayed Draw Term Loan, to be repaid upon receipt of a CARES Act tax refund expected to be received in the second quarter of 2021. This financing is in addition to the Company’s existing $250 million asset-based loan facility, of which it had previously drawn $165 million. Read More... December 23, 2020 Ascena retail group Completes Sale of Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lou & Grey and Lane Bryant to Sycamore Partners MAHWAH, N.J., Dec. 23, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ascena retail group, inc. (OTCMKTS: ASNAQ) and certain of its subsidiaries (collectively, “ascena” or the “Company”) today announced that it has completed the sale of the Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lou & Grey, and Lane Bryant brands to Premium Apparel LLC, an affiliate of Sycamore Partners. Premium Apparel has committed to retaining a substantial portion of the retail stores, associates, and corporate operations affiliated with these brands. Read More... December 02, 2020 CommerceHub Announces Strategic Investment from Insight Partners ALBANY, N.Y., Dec. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CommerceHub, a leading provider of ecommerce solutions for enterprise retailers and brands, today announced a strategic investment by global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners. This investment will accelerate CommerceHub's platform innovation and expand its solutions to realize the company's digital supply chain vision. Read More... January 08, 2019 NBG Home Acquires Quoizel AUSTIN, Texas and CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- NBG Home ("NBG" or the "Company"), the largest provider of affordable home décor products, today announced that it has acquired Quoizel, a leading designer and marketer of decorative lighting. Following the transaction, Quoizel's headquarters and team will remain in Charleston, South Carolina, and Rick Seidman, President of Quoizel, will continue in his role. This acquisition is the second for NBG in less than two years under the ownership of private equity firm Sycamore Partners. Scott Slater, CEO of NBG, said, "We are pleased to welcome Quoizel to the NBG family. Quoizel's brand is widely known for quality and innovation in fine decorative lighting. Its strong sales force and capable design team are well-regarded for their customer first attitude. We look forward to partnering with Rick Seidman and the Quoizel team as we increase our operating scale, product and brand diversity to further enhance our category management solutions to the benefit of our retail partners. Furthermore, we plan to capitalize on each company's market leadership, sales force and capabilities to driver higher revenue growth than either company could independently accomplish." Read More... January 07, 2019 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition of Pure Fishing NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Partners today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Pure Fishing from Newell Brands. Peter Morrow, Managing Director at Sycamore Partners, said, "Pure Fishing and its portfolio of global brands represent an exciting opportunity to continue our strategy of investing in and supporting great retail and consumer brands with significant potential. We are excited to help Pure Fishing build on its market-leading position and accelerate its growth. We are also pleased to have been able to work constructively on this carve-out for Newell Brands to further its strategic transformation." In connection with the closing, Harlan Kent has been named Chief Executive Officer of Pure Fishing. Mr. Kent has more than 30 years of experience working with and leading brands including Performance Sports Group, Totes Isotoner, and Yankee Candle Company. Read More... July 30, 2018 Sycamore Partners Closes Third Fund At $4.75 Billion NEW YORK, July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Partners ("Sycamore"), a private equity firm based in New York specializing in consumer and retail investments, today announced it has closed its third fund, Sycamore Partners III, L.P. ("Fund III"), with $4.75 billion of limited partner capital commitments. Sycamore has a globally diversified investor base of prominent endowments, foundations, funds of funds, family offices, insurance companies, pension plans and sovereign wealth funds. Stefan Kaluzny, Managing Director of Sycamore Partners, said, "We believe the successful closing of Fund III following strong investor demand reflects the power of our investment strategy. We partner with management teams to enhance the profitability and value of their consumer, distribution and retail-related businesses and provide capital tailored to help them succeed." Read More... May 21, 2018 GTCR and Sycamore Partners Complete Acquisition of CommerceHub May 21, 2018 – Affiliates of GTCR and Sycamore Partners, two leading private equity firms, today announced the closing of the acquisition of CommerceHub, Inc. (“CommerceHub” or the “Company”), a leading distributed commerce network for retailers and brands. “The closing of this transaction represents a new and exciting chapter for CommerceHub,” said Frank Poore, CommerceHub’s Founder, President and CEO, who will continue in these roles. “GTCR and Sycamore Partners each bring deep industry expertise to help us to execute our vision for the future of retail. Together, we look forward to accelerating the development of CommerceHub’s platform to transform how retailers and brands drive growth through ecommerce.” Read More... September 20, 2017 John A. Lederer Joins Sycamore Partners as a Senior Advisor September 20, 2017 – Sycamore Partners today announced that John A. Lederer, former President and Chief Executive Officer of US Foods, has joined the firm as a Senior Advisor. In this capacity, he will serve as the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of Staples, Inc. and its newly formed and independent United States and Canadian Retail Businesses. “We are thrilled to have John join the Sycamore Partners team at this exciting time in the firm’s continued growth and development,” said Stefan Kaluzny, Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “John has significant institutional knowledge of both distribution and retail businesses across the United States and Canada, which is particularly relevant given our recent acquisition of Staples. I am confident that John’s leadership experience and business acumen will be tremendously beneficial to create value and deliver exceptional products, services and expertise that enable businesses to work better.” Read More... September 12, 2017 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition Of Staples, Inc. Sycamore Partners today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Staples, Inc. (the “Company”). "We are pleased to have completed this transaction and look forward to partnering with CEO Shira Goodman and the Staples management team as we seek to increase long-term profitability," said Stefan Kaluzny, Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “With the support of its dedicated associates, Staples is well-positioned to leverage its iconic brand and leading competitive position to drive even greater value for its business-to-business and retail customers in the U.S. and Canada.” “We are excited about the tremendous opportunities ahead for the Company and our talented associates,” said Shira Goodman, Chief Executive Officer and President, Staples, Inc. “We look forward to benefitting from Sycamore Partners’ retail and wholesale experience as we work together to deliver exceptional products, services and expertise that enable businesses to work better.” Read More... June 29, 2017 Staples, Inc. Enters into Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by Sycamore Partners for $10.25 Per Share in Cash, or Approximately $6.9 Billion FRAMINGHAM, Mass. & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Staples, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPLS or the “Company”) and Sycamore Partners, a leading private equity firm, today announced that they have entered into a merger agreement in which investment funds managed by Sycamore Partners will acquire the Company in a transaction that values Staples at an equity value of approximately $6.9 billion. Under the terms of the merger agreement, all Staples’ stockholders will receive $10.25 per share in cash for each share of common stock they own, which represents a premium of approximately 20 percent to the 10-day volume weighted average stock price for Staples shares for the period ended April 3, 2017, the last trading day prior to widespread media speculation about a potential transaction. Staples’ Board of Directors has unanimously approved the merger agreement and recommends that all Staples stockholders vote in favor of the transaction. Read More... April 27, 2017 Sycamore Partners Acquires NBG Home NEW YORK, April 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Partners today announced that it has acquired NBG Home ("NBG"), a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of affordable home décor products from Kohlberg & Company, L.L.C. NBG offers an extensive array of home décor products, including ready-made and custom framing, lighting, accent furniture, wall décor, and soft goods under a portfolio of leading brands. The company serves a wide variety of retail clients, including mass merchants, specialty stores, discount stores, home centers, warehouse clubs, and internet retailers. "The NBG management team has built the market leader in affordable home décor through a relentless focus on serving their retail partners and end consumers," said Peter Morrow, Managing Director at Sycamore Partners. "We are excited about the opportunity to invest in an attractive niche of the consumer products industry and look forward to building NBG alongside its best-in-class management team." Read More... February 24, 2017 Sycamore Partners Acquires The Limited's Brand and Related Intellectual Property NEW YORK, Feb. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Partners today announced that it has acquired The Limited's brand and other related intellectual property assets. The intellectual property was purchased through a competitive auction run by The Limited as part of its ongoing Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. Sycamore plans to reintroduce the brand to the marketplace at a later date and will communicate with The Limited's loyal customers about how to obtain the merchandise they know and love. Read More... September 15, 2016 Michael Weiss, Longtime CEO of Express, Joins Talbots Board of Directors The Talbots, Inc. ("Talbots") today announced that Michael Weiss, the longtime CEO of Express and a highly respected figure in the retail industry for many years, has joined the Talbots Board of Directors, effective September 1, 2016. "Michael has long been viewed as one of the retail industry's most visionary, charismatic and inspiring leaders, and we are thrilled that he has agreed to join the Talbots' Board," said Lizanne Kindler, Chief Executive Officer of Talbots. "I am confident that my colleagues and I will benefit greatly from Michael's unique insights as we work to achieve our long-term goals." "I am honored to join the Talbots Board," said Mr. Weiss. "The retail industry is very much about brands and Talbots is one of America's most iconic retail fashion brands with a long history of delivering on its stated mission to provide women with modern classic apparel. I look forward to working closely with the Board, the management team and Talbots' talented associates as the company continues to execute its business strategy and serve its loyal customers for years to come." Read More... December 10, 2015 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquistion Of Belk, Inc Sycamore Partners today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Belk, Inc. (“Belk” or the “Company”). Stefan Kaluzny, Managing Director of Sycamore Partners, said, “We are excited to have completed this acquisition and to begin our partnership with Belk. The Company has developed a loyal base of customers over its 127-year history, and we believe Belk is positioned for continued growth and success. We look forward to working with Belk’s management team and associates as they build on the Company’s legacy and continue to serve its customers and deliver Modern. Southern. Style.” Tim Belk, chief executive officer of Belk, Inc., said, “We are very pleased to complete this transaction with Sycamore Partners, which delivers meaningful value to all our stakeholders. Our partnership with Sycamore will contribute to Belk’s continued success, and we look forward to leveraging Sycamore’s deep knowledge of the retail market to best serve our dedicated customers and provide even greater opportunities for our valued team members.” Read More... November 02, 2015 Dollar Tree Completes Divestiture of 330 Family Dollar Stores to Dollar Express Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), the nation's leading operator of discount variety stores selling everything for $1 or less, and Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in consumer and retail investments, today announced that they have completed the transaction pursuant to which Dollar Tree divested 330 Family Dollar stores to Dollar Express LLC, a portfolio company of Sycamore Partners. The divestiture satisfied a condition as required by the Federal Trade Commission in connection with Dollar Tree's recently-completed acquisition of Family Dollar Stores, Inc. The stores will operate under the Dollar Express banner. "We are pleased to have completed this acquisition, which adds to our growing portfolio of leading retailers and consumer brands," said Peter Morrow, a Managing Director at Sycamore Partners. "We look forward to operating these 330 stores as Dollar Express, a brand new, nationwide discount retailer that is well-positioned as an innovator in the market. We believe our significant experience with carve-out transactions will be beneficial in supporting the Dollar Express team to serve our loyal customers and create value." Read More... August 06, 2015 Sycamore Partners acquires E.M.P. Merchandising, Germany-Based Multi-Channel Retailer “We are delighted to enter into this partnership with Sycamore Partners,” said Ernst Trapp, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. “Sycamore has extensive multi-channel retailing experience and knowledge of the music- and entertainment-inspired apparel and accessories world. We believe this makes them an ideal partner as we look to grow our business, while continuing to operate as we always have – with a deep appreciation for our employees, customers and business partners.” EMP will join Sycamore’s portfolio of retail investments as an independent business managed by Ernst Trapp as CEO and Dr. Jan Fischer as Chief Financial Officer. Sycamore’s portfolio also includes Hot Topic, a leading mall- and web-based specialty retailer that is a key retail partner to the music and entertainment industries. Hot Topic operates more than 650 stores in the U.S. and Canada. Read More... January 12, 2015 Lew Frankfort Joins Sycamore Partners As Executive In Residence Sycamore Partners today announced that Lew Frankfort, the former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Coach, Inc., has joined the firm as an Executive in Residence. In this role, Mr. Frankfort will serve as a valued resource to Sycamore Partners and the management teams of its portfolio companies, enabling them to tap into his incomparable retail knowledge, managerial expertise and network of industry relationships. “Lew Frankfort is a legend in the retail industry, with decades of experience building brand awareness, developing customer loyalty and driving global growth at Coach,” said Stefan Kaluzny, a Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “We are thrilled to have Lew join Sycamore Partners as an Executive in Residence and look forward to working closely with him as we continue to focus on building a portfolio of best-in-class consumer and retail brands.” Read More... June 09, 2014 Sycamore Partners Closes Second Fund At $2.5 Billion Sycamore Partners today announced that it has closed its second fund, Sycamore Partners II, L.P., with limited partner commitments of $2.5 billion. Sycamore Partners’ first fund, Sycamore Partners, L.P., closed in 2012 with limited partner commitments of $1 billion. With the closing of its second fund, Sycamore Partners now has in excess of $3.5 billion in assets under management. “We are grateful for the positive and enthusiastic response we have received from our existing and new limited partners. With this new fund we continue to focus on our historically successful investment strategy of partnering with the very best consumer and retail executives to acquire and improve the very best consumer and retail brands,” said Stefan Kaluzny, a Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. Read More... June 09, 2014 Sycamore Partners Acquires Coldwater Creek Intellectual Property Sycamore Partners today announced that it has acquired the Coldwater Creek brand and other intellectual property. Sycamore intends to re-launch Coldwater Creek as an independent portfolio company. “Coldwater Creek is an outstanding brand with a 30-year heritage and strong support from its loyal base of longtime customers,” said Peter Morrow, a Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “We are excited about adding Coldwater Creek to our growing portfolio of leading retail brands and look forward to reintroducing the brand to the marketplace.” The intellectual property was purchased through Sycamore affiliate CWC Direct LLC in conjunction with Coldwater Creek’s ongoing Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Wilmington, Delaware. Additional information about the re-launch of Coldwater Creek will be provided at a later date. Read More... April 15, 2014 Sycamore Partners Establishes Four Additional Independent Companies in Organizational Realignment of The Jones Group Sycamore Partners today announced that it has reorganized the remaining businesses of The Jones Group into four independent operating companies: the Nine West Group, a Jeanswear company (which will be named later), Jones New York, and the Kasper Group. Each will operate as an independent company led by its own management team. Sycamore Partners previously announced that Stuart Weitzman and Kurt Geiger would each become independent companies. "We believe that this structure will allow each of these businesses to better serve their customers and achieve long-term success," said Stefan Kaluzny, a Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. "As independent companies, decision-making will be more closely aligned with the needs of the individual brands and our more than 10,000 associates around the world. We are excited to partner with the leadership of each of these companies to invest in their growth and help them achieve their full potential." Read More... April 11, 2014 Sycamore Partners Establishes Stuart Weitzman as Standalone Company Sycamore Partners today announced that, in conjunction with its recent acquisition of The Jones Group Inc., Stuart Weitzman will operate as an independent company in the investment firm’s growing portfolio of leading retail and consumer businesses. Sycamore Partners’ acquisition of Stuart Weitzman is being made in partnership with the company’s long-time management team, including Executive Chairman Stuart Weitzman and Chief Executive Officer Wayne Kulkin. Mr. Weitzman said, “We are excited to work with Sycamore Partners and are confident that this transaction will help fuel the continued momentum of the Stuart Weitzman brand as we enter our next phase of growth. Sycamore Partners has a history of supporting the visions of its portfolio companies, and we anticipate a long and successful partnership.” Read More... April 08, 2014 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition of The Jones Group Sycamore Partners today announced that it has completed its acquisition of The Jones Group Inc. (“The Jones Group” or the “Company”). The transaction is valued at approximately $2.2 billion. “We are excited to have finalized the acquisition of The Jones Group and are confident this will be a long and successful partnership,” said Stefan Kaluzny, a Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “We look forward to working with The Jones Group team to continue to grow this outstanding portfolio of businesses and brands and create exceptional products for our customers.” Wesley R. Card, The Jones Group Chief Executive Officer, said, “We are very pleased to have completed this transaction, which delivers meaningful value to all of our shareholders. Sycamore Partners’ extensive knowledge and expertise in the consumer and retail space will allow The Jones Group’s brands to reach their full potential and continue to resonate with our loyal customers.” Read More... April 01, 2014 Kurt Geiger Positioned for Growth Following Management Buyout with Support of Sycamore Partners Sycamore Partners today announced that Kurt Geiger, a leading European luxury branded shoe retailer, has completed a management-led buyout and is now operating as an independent company. Sycamore Partners supported Kurt Geiger’s management team in its acquisition of the business, which previously was a division of The Jones Group Inc. Kurt Geiger has been a leader and innovator in European footwear since 1963, when it opened its first boutique on Bond Street in London. Today the company operates in more than 180 multi-branded luxury and premium shoe concessions in leading British and international department stores, including Harrods, Selfridges, House of Fraser, John Lewis, Debenhams, David Jones and Myer. The company also sells its own iconic footwear brands, including Kurt Geiger London and Carvela, in more than 70 global retail locations, as well as premium department stores in the UK and around the world. Read More... June 12, 2013 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition of Hot Topic, Inc Sycamore Partners today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Hot Topic, Inc. (“Hot Topic” or the “Company”). The transaction is valued at approximately $600 million. “Hot Topic and Torrid are both leaders in their categories, and we are excited to have both brands as part of our portfolio,” said Stefan Kaluzny, Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “Sycamore Partners is very pleased to have the opportunity to partner with Lisa Harper and her team to invest in the continued development of both the Hot Topic and Torrid retail brands.” Lisa Harper, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Hot Topic, said, “We are very happy to partner with Sycamore Partners. Their knowledge and expertise in the consumer and retail markets is precisely what we need to optimize both the Hot Topic and Torrid brands.” Read More... October 03, 2012 Junior Capital team at Wells Fargo Capital Finance and Pathlight Capital provide $100 million term loan to RadioShack Wells Fargo Capital Finance, part of Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC), recently agented a $100 million term loan for the financing of RadioShack Corporation, a Ft. Worth, Texas-based consumer electronics retailer. Pathlight Capital, LLC, a portfolio company of Sycamore Partners, acted as Syndication Agent on the transaction. RadioShack is one of North America's largest companies in its segment, operating both stores and kiosks located throughout big-box retailers in the United States and Mexico. The company is traded on the NYSE under the ticker RSH. As of June 30, 2012, RSH operated 4,423 company-operated retail stores under the RadioShack brand name in the United States, 1,503 Target store mobile kiosks, 227 companyoperated stores under the RadioShack brand in Mexico, and 1,085 dealer and other outlets. Read More... August 07, 2012 Sycamore Partners Completes Acquisition of Talbots Michael Archbold Appointed CEO and CFO, Lizanne Kindler Named President and Michele Mandell Named Chief Operating Officer Sycamore Partners today announced that TLB Merger Sub Inc. (an affiliate of Sycamore Partners) has completed its acquisition of The Talbots, Inc., following the previously announced completion of its tender offer on August 3, 2012. The transaction is valued at approximately $391 million, including net debt. “We are pleased to have completed this acquisition and are ready to deliver on the promise of executing on the significant potential inherent in Talbots, which remains a premier, storied brand,” said Stefan Kaluzny, a Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. “Building on its 65 years of history, we will restore the Talbots brand and the Company’s heritage as a leading retailer of traditional women’s apparel, shoes and accessories. We are looking forward to what we know will be a long and successful partnership.” Read More... November 03, 2011 Sycamore Partners Acquires 51% Interest in Mast Global Fashions Sycamore Partners Joins with Limited Brands to Establish Apparel Sourcing Unit as Standalone Company Sycamore Partners (“Sycamore”), a private equity firm based in New York, and Limited Brands, Inc. (NYSE: LTD) today announced that Sycamore has acquired a controlling 51% interest in Mast Global Fashions, the third-party apparel sourcing division of Limited Brands. Limited Brands will retain a 49% stake in this standalone apparel production and sourcing company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Limited Brands will retain 100 percent ownership of its separate sourcing operation for their intimate apparel and personal care/beauty businesses. “Sycamore shares our values and our approach to business, and we know that they are the right partner to work with us to provide the resources necessary to expand this third-party apparel sourcing business,” said Leslie H. Wexner, chairman and chief executive officer of Limited Brands. “That expansion will benefit all of the new company’s customers, including Limited Brands. The change also enables our Limited Brands team to continue our focus on our strategic priorities – growing our intimate apparel, beauty and personal care retail brands.” Read More... © 2021 Sycamore Partners. 9 West 57th Street, 31st Floor, New York, NY 10019 (212) 796-8500 Terms of Use and Privacy Policy