The Sage Group, LLC

Overview

The Sage Group, LLC is an independent investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and strategic advisory services for premium consumer brands and digitally native companies. With offices in Los Angeles and New York, and partner offices in London and Paris, Sage offers a global perspective and tailored solutions across various industries. The firm has over 25 years of experience advising consumer-focused companies on critical strategic and financial decisions, including mergers and acquisitions, capital raises, and debt restructurings. Sage's deep sector expertise spans retail, apparel and accessories, e-commerce, beauty and personal care, food and beverage, and more. The firm provides bespoke solutions tailored to the unique needs of complex businesses, leveraging an unparalleled network of relationships and a track record of transformative results. Sage delivers clarity, conviction, and impact for the world's most dynamic consumer brands. Through expertise, commitment, creativity, and inclusivity, Sage helps its clients invest in their future success. The firm's services include sell-side M&A, growth capital raising, buy-side M&A, and strategic advisory. Sage's industry focus encompasses apparel, footwear, accessories, beauty, personal care, digitally native brands, e-commerce, health, wellness, specialty retail, home, food, beverage, and financial sponsors. The firm has advised on notable transactions such as the take-private of GUESS? by the Marciano Family and Authentic Brands Group, a significant equity investment in Staud from a consortium of multi-billion-dollar family offices, and the acquisition of Rag & Bone by Guess? and WHP Global. Sage's clients include premium consumer brands and digitally native companies seeking strategic guidance and capital solutions to drive growth and success. The firm's commitment to excellence and client-centric approach has established it as a trusted advisor in the investment banking industry.