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Brian Little

Managing Director

Los Angeles Mergers & Acquisitions Consumer blittle@lincolninternational.com +1 (213) 304-4544

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

Who We Are / Our People / Brian Little

Brian provides mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisory services to private equity firms, entrepreneurs and public and private companies in the consumer industry, with a focus on apparel, fashion and accessories.

Leveraging his more than two decades of advisory experience, Brian delivers comprehensive guidance and strategies to help his clients navigate complex transactions and achieve optimal outcomes in their business ventures and expansion efforts.

Prior to joining Lincoln, Brian was a Managing Director at Kroll in the consumer M&A advisory practice where he led the firm’s global apparel efforts. Previously, he was a Managing Director at Imperial Capital.

Brian earned a Master of Business Administration in corporate finance and a Bachelor of Science in finance from the USC Marshall School of Business. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charterholder.

Recent Transactions in Consumer

Lincoln International advised Johnny Clean Car Wash on its sale to El Car Wash, a portfolio company of Warburg Pincus

Lincoln International advised Kameda Seika on the sale of Mary’s Gone Crackers to a subsidiary of Dare

Lincoln International advised HMS on its sale to CREO Group, a portfolio company of Mill Point Capital

Lincoln International advised LaSalle Capital on the sale of B-O-F to Victor Capital Partners

Consumer | Industrials

Lincoln International advised Louis Delhaize Group on the sale of Houra to private investors

Lincoln International advised Bil-Jac Foods on receiving an investment from e2p

Lincoln International advised Welle Holding on the agreement to form a strategic partnership with Orlando Capital for Bürstadt Furniture and LEICHT Küchen

Lincoln International advised Gordon Brothers Group on the sale of Laura Ashley Holdings to Marquee Brands, a portfolio company of Neuberger Berman

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Meet our Senior Team in Consumer

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

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

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

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

I enjoy discussions with management teams of successful companies, understanding what makes those companies different, and telling that story to potential investors.

Sibert Meulenbelt

Managing Director

Amsterdam

I empower my clients to achieve positive outcomes in the dynamic digital consumer landscape, leveraging deep sector expertise and a trusted, hands-on approach.

Monika Nickl

Managing Director & Co-head of Consumer, Europe

Munich

Through honest advice, passionate client service and hands-on execution, I strive to deliver outlier results for my clients.

Christopher Petrossian

Managing Director & Co-head of Consumer

Los Angeles

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