Food, Beverage & Consumer Goods

KO client Havenly Brands has expanded with its recent acquisition of design platform The Expert, an online virtual consultation and ecommerce platform for interior designers. “This marks an important evolution for Havenly Brands,” said Lee Mayer. “By welcoming The Expert, we’re doubling down on a human-led, technology-powered future for interior…

Looking ahead, there is a sense of optimism for the 2026 M&A landscape. The surge in deal value and the reopening of the IPO window in late 2025 have signaled a much-needed return of market liquidity. We are seeing a convergence of expectations: recent down-round IPOs suggest that sellers and…

KO client pet industry veteran Avrum Elmakis recently acquired the majority of Citizens Pet Products, the parent company of trusted pet food and treat brands Plato Pet Treats and Furry Republic. According to the announcement, Citizens Pet Products will focus on brand growth and private label and contract manufacturing. Citizens…

KO client humbl pet food recently launched, led by founder and CEO Avrum Elmakis, a pet industry veteran known for founding and scaling the natural dog treat company TDBBS and for his leadership role growing premium pet brand Woof. The pet food brand is launching with a line of five…

Just like setting up basecamp requires a solid foundation and the right gear to handle unpredictable weather, success in the outdoor industry depends on building strong relationships and crafting durable contracts. Good relationships keep things steady, and smart contracting protects your brand when challenges come your way. KO Law recently…

KO client Sustainable Beverage Technologies (SBT), which makes the production of fermented beverages more profitable, efficient, and environmentally sustainable, recently raised $6 million for its alcohol-by-choice draft system. The round was led by repeat investor Cleveland Avenue, a Chicago venture firm, with participation from Middleby, a publicly traded, Illinois-based foodservice…

KO client San Francisco-based Fort Point Beer Company recently announced that it has merged with Sonoma County’s Henhouse Brewing Company. This merger brings together two of the biggest names in craft beer in the San Francisco Bay Area. KO partner Jon Taylor and attorney Elizabeth Ho led the team that…

KO client Goodles, the fun-to-say, stylish, better-for-you noodle brand known for its modern line of delicious and nutrient-packed boxed mac and cheese and pasta, has recently been awarded three significant recognitions. Goodles was recognized by Bain & Company on its 2025 Insurgent Brands list as one of the most innovative,…