We are full-service bankers providing unmatched experience, industry knowledge, relationships and ability to execute optimal transaction outcomes.

We Own Whipstitch
The principals own 100% of the firm.
We are not going anywhere.

Connected
We know virtually every acquirer and investor in the consumer space. Buyers ask us what we think and listen to our opinions. Regular interaction quarterly (or more) with over 50+ global strategics.

100% Consumer Focused
We only do consumer.
We know it better than anyone. We know how to talk about your company and the opportunity.

Long-Term
We work with many clients over many years.
We have no quarterly quotas. We work with clients to get the best deal done at the right time.

Lead Industry Gatherings
We bring acquirers and investors to us with can’t-miss events throughout the year.
WE WORK WITH CLIENTS BOTH
BEFORE AND DURING THE PROCESS.
PRE-PROCESS
PROCESS
We know how to make deals happen in the innovative product space. We consume it. We breathe it. We live it. It is our privilege to reward your risk, your brand’s passions, and to represent your life’s work with investors who share the ability to see the value in what you’ve built.
We know how to make deals happen in the innovative product space. We consume it. We breathe it. We live it. It is our privilege to reward your risk, your brand’s passions, and to represent your life’s work with acquirers and investors who share the ability to see the value in what you’ve built.

Calling Program
We generate strong interest and provide requested diligence materials

Meetings
We are on email and phones constantly and at meetings. We manage it all

Diligence
We manage the Data Room. We know what will be asked and have answers ready

Marketplace
We create a competitive process designed to generate multiple offers

Closing
We lead negotiations to help create the best-possible outcomes

Executive Summary & Confidential Information Memorandum
We craft the best story possible using your in-depth data. We know what matters and we bring it to life. We sell. We make you look good

Model
We build detailed, highly-complex, easy-to-understand bottoms-up financial models using airtight assumptions

Buyers List
We leverage our massive network to compile the best list of investors/acquirers tailored for you
KEY SERVICE CAPABILITIES
We understand the consumer product business better than anyone. And your company deserves our in-depth, best-in-class team, materials and relationships. We build our material from scratch and do not rely on templates – we recognize that every company is different and needs highly tailored materials.
We work to create the best outcome for you. Period.
Executive Summary / CIM
Executive Summary / CIM
- Crafting and telling a compelling story
- Highlighting the strongest aspect of the story
- Knowing what will matter for potential investors/acquirers
- Creating a defensible strategic positioning
Diligence
Diligence
- Setting up the Data Room
- Monitoring which investors view what documents
- Providing custom, investor-specific, in-process data rooms mid-process
Model
Model
- Building out the projection model, sell-through analysis and additional ad hoc materials
- Ensuring the forecast and margin story will withstand investor scrutiny
- Stress-testing the model in case things don’t go according to plan
Meetings & Marketplace
Meetings & Marketplace
- Zeroing-in on the most-interested parties
- Tailoring management presentations to address potential concerns before they become issues
- Coaching companies on how to deal with difficult questions from investors
Buyers List & Calling Programs
Buyers List & Calling Programs
- Leveraging our robust, deeply-rooted network to find the most-interested parties
- Generating strong interest in the company
- Knowing how and who to speed up and slow down
Closing
Closing
- Knowing when to push for final offers
- Leading negotiations to maximize value and improve terms
- Creating the best-possible outcomes