Food & Beverage

Trends in the food and beverage sector change continually. From better-for-you foods to new distribution methods to changing consumer preferences, there is ample opportunity for investors.

Read more about Lincoln’s global expertise in the food and beverage space and how our advisors position companies to maximize value.

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Lincoln International's covers the trends and opportunities for investors in the food & beverage sector.
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Meet Our Senior Team with consumer expertise

I invest in personal relationships with my clients and bring energy, creativity, leadership, a little bit of humor and confidence to every interaction.

Bradley Akason

Senior Director

Chicago

I strive to connect and collaborate with our clients in order to understand their goals and exceed their definition of ‘success’ in each transaction.

Alejandro Barrera

Managing Director

New York

I am committed to providing my clients with the highest level of service possible and motivated by the personal relationships I develop through my work.

Jeffrey Cleveland

Managing Director

Chicago

It’s an exciting time to advise clients in the consumer sector. Major changes in consumer preferences and how products are purchased create a rich environment for business owners and investors to succeed.

Dirk Damegger

Managing Director

Frankfurt

I have been fortunate in my career to come across a great number of remarkable and truly inspiring individuals, both as business partners and colleagues. This, for me, is the greatest reward.

John Hamilton

Managing Director

Stockholm

David Houser

Managing Director

Chicago

The consumer sector is full of tangible innovation. I love experiencing the products and services of the businesses we work with and learning about how they became leaders in their fields.

Harry Kalmanowicz

Managing Director

London

I have a hands-on approach and bring energy, creativity and passion to every client transaction.

Eddie Krule

Managing Director

Chicago

My approach to navigating clients toward success is to listen and deeply understand their needs and objectives, and provide tailored solutions to achieve their goals.

Dominique Lecendreux

Managing Director

Paris

I design strategies and offer solutions that fit the unique ambitions of each client I serve.

Brian Little

Managing Director

Los Angeles

The opportunity to advise accomplished business professionals and be part of their growth story and value creation is what keeps me inspired to work in this industry

Gaurav Marathe

Managing Director & Head of India

Mumbai

I take a long-term approach to building relationships and understanding clients' businesses in order to provide timely and relevant advice.

Alex Masters

Managing Director & Co-head of Consumer, Europe

London

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Summary

Lincoln International's covers the trends and opportunities for investors in the food & beverage sector.

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Meet Our Senior Team with consumer expertise

Bradley Akason

Alejandro Barrera

Jeffrey Cleveland

Dirk Damegger

John Hamilton

David Houser

Harry Kalmanowicz

Eddie Krule

Dominique Lecendreux

Brian Little

Gaurav Marathe

Alex Masters

Recent Transactions in Consumer