Discover how Ampersand Growth Partners transforms ambitious brands into category leaders
Discover how Ampersand Growth Partners transforms ambitious brands into category leaders
Explore how we’ve helped brands redefine their categories, expand their reach, and achieve measurable success.
A purpose-driven UK based brand with an innovative reusable bottle, Ocean Bottle needed a comprehensive US launch strategy.
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CanDo needed leadership and guidance to scale in retail while maintaining premium positioning.
Matt was Hired as CEO to scale the business from $1m - $15mm ensuring strategic placement in key accounts and strong performance in-store.
Can’t say better things about Matt, he is value driven and works hard to deliver extraordinary results.
- Adam Bremen, Founder CANDO.
Magic Molecule introduced a hypochlorous acid (HOCl) spray aimed at leveraging the body's natural healing mechanisms. Despite its scientifically backed benefits, the brand needed a comprehensive retail strategy to educate consumers and expand market reach.
AGP collaborated with Magic Molecule to craft a targeted retail approach, focusing on strategic partnerships and market positioning, resulting in increased retail distribution and consumer adoption.
"AGP's strategic insights were instrumental in positioning Magic Molecule as a leader in innovative skincare solutions."
— Justin Kerzner, CEO
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Expanded retail presence by 150%.
“Ampersand Growth Partners helped us craft a go-to-market strategy that completely transformed our business. Within a year, we saw a 200% increase in retail velocity. Their expertise is unparalleled.”
James B. — Founder of Magic Mind
Churn offers gourmet, chef-crafted flavored butters made from grass-fed, pasture-raised dairy but needed guidance to scale their retail presence effectively.
AGP assisted Churn in developing a robust retail strategy, identifying key distribution channels, and enhancing brand visibility, leading to expanded retail partnerships and increased sales.
"AGP's expertise helped us navigate the retail landscape, allowing our products to reach kitchens nationwide."
– Michael Tashman, CEO
Co-founded by JR Simich, Wyatt Taubman and Kyle Withycombe Vive quickly gained traction with its immunity-boosting superfood shots. JR focused on building a world class culture and building a sales team that was focused and fun , driving expansion into all national accounts.
Under JR’s leadership, vive grew into a national brand, ultimately leading to its acquisition by Suja Life. JR brings all the learnings from Vive to the AGP team. JR was a driving force from 0-50 Mil in sales.
"JR is a strategic leader and a Sales visionary”
-Wyatt Taubman, CEO Vive.
A premium honey-infused coffee brand with strong early traction and massive influence.
AGP guided product-market fit, pricing, and retail expansion, helping Beekeeper Coffee land in key accounts.
"Their retail playbook was invaluable in helping us navigate a competitive space and secure meaningful growth."
– Graham Neuburger, CEO.
Co founded by Matt Clifford in 2011 with two amazing entrepreneurs Nick Ingersoll and Caue Suplicty.
Under Matts leadership Barnana scaled to $50mm + in gross revenue across all channels of retail. Matt brings all the learnings from Barnana to the AGP team.
“Ampersand Growth Partners helped us craft a go-to-market strategy that completely transformed our business. Within a year, we saw a 200% increase in retail velocity. Their expertise is unparalleled.”
Pioneering the world’s first genetically engineered probiotic, ZBiotics had strong DTC success but needed a clear retail strategy. AGP helped refine pricing, positioning, and route to market.
Successful launches in premium health and specialty alcohol, now expanding across premium retail channels with strong velocity and a compelling retail presence.
"The AGP team helped us navigate the complexities of retail, ensuring our product and brand found the right fit. Their expertise has been invaluable.”
– Zack Abbott, CEO
A leader in brain-boosting nutrition bars, IQBAR needed a refined retail strategy to scale in key accounts and accelerate velocity.
AGP played a key role in strategic expansion, helping IQBAR grow its presence across major retailers and optimize sales performance. IQBAR is now the #2 selling protein bar in the natural channel
"AGP helped us fine-tune our retail approach, making sure we had the right partners, the right plan, and the right execution."
– Will Nitze, CEO
Extremely successful DTC business, AGP worked on translating DTC success to brick and mortar, from strategy, pricing and route to market.
Magic Mind is 12% of the total shot category and #1 selling shot brand at retail
“Matt & Jr are amazing, they helped us craft and execute our retail strategy and drive velocity across all our retail accounts. In just under a year Magic Mind is a leader in the category."
— William Hicks, CEO
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