The Yucaipa Companies
Overview
The Yucaipa Companies is a private equity firm that specializes in private equity and venture capital, with a focus on middle-market companies, growth capital, industry consolidation, leveraged buyouts, and turnaround investments. Founded by Ron Burkle, the firm has a history of investing in the retail, distribution, logistics, technology, entertainment, sports, and hospitality industries. Yucaipa works with management to strategically reposition businesses and implement operational improvements. The firm has completed mergers and acquisitions valued at more than $40 billion.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kairos Power | Dec 2023 | Growth Equity | Co-investor |
| Danny Wimmer Presents | Feb 2020 | Private Equity | Co-investor |
| Swiftly | Sep 2019 | Seed | Co-investor |
| 101 Studios | Jan 2019 | Corporate Funding | Co-investor |
| sbe | Dec 2016 | Private Equity | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is The Yucaipa Companies based?
The Yucaipa Companies is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States.
When was The Yucaipa Companies founded?
The Yucaipa Companies was founded in 1986.
How many portfolio companies does The Yucaipa Companies have?
The Yucaipa Companies has 9 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in The Yucaipa Companies's portfolio?
Recent investments visible on Caplight include Kairos Power, Danny Wimmer Presents, Swiftly, 101 Studios, sbe.
What was The Yucaipa Companies's most recent investment?
The Yucaipa Companies's most recent investment on Caplight was in Kairos Power in 2023.
What sectors does The Yucaipa Companies focus on?
The Yucaipa Companies focuses on Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Consumer & Commerce, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Energy & Sustainability, Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, Consumer & Commerce, Real Estate & PropTech, Enterprise Software, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does The Yucaipa Companies focus on?
The Yucaipa Companies typically invests at the Late stage.