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Fresh Origins

Realized

Fresh Origins is a leading grower of microgreens and edible flowers in North America, primarily serving the foodservice market.

How We Partnered

Situation:

Existing LPs in 2010 vintage fund were looking for liquidity from the fund’s two remaining assets; LPs willing to sell for a 15% discount to 3/31/21 NAV or 38% discount to 12/31/19 NAV in order to fully exit the end-of-life fund

Structure:

Two-asset continuation vehicle with a 3 year term and dry powder to support acquisitions.

Headquarters:

San Marcos, CA

Stage:

Realized

Business Model:

Specialty Manufacturing

Sponsor:

LaSalle Capital

Investment Date:

December 2021

Investment Thesis

  • Attractive pricing during Covid pandemic with strong visibility on rebound

  • Strong organic revenue growth and EBITDA margin expansion

  • Market leader with the best brand recognition

  • Nascent industry with a strong growth rate

  • Strong GP alignment

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