Andersons Wholesale
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Andersons Wholesale - overview
Established
1987
Location
Thetford, Norfolk, UK
Primary Industry
Retail
About
Andersons Wholesale specializes in wholesale distribution of party supplies, toys, books, and greeting cards, catering to diverse retail and corporate clients, supporting various occasions with practical and engaging products. Andersons Wholesale, established in 1987 in Thetford, UK, focuses on providing wholesale party supplies and gifts. The company was acquired in May 2011 by Kitwave Limited, a portfolio company of NVM Private Equity. No significant pivots in operations or subsidiaries are noted.
The founder's history is not available, nor is there information on previous companies founded. The company primarily offers a diverse range of wholesale party bags, toys, books, and greeting cards, catering to both retail and corporate clients. These products are designed to enhance consumer celebrations and occasions, providing practical solutions for event planning and gifting. The party bags are typically filled with an assortment of items suitable for various themes and age groups, while the toys and books target children, promoting engagement and creativity.
Greeting cards cover a wide array of occasions, allowing customers to express sentiments for birthdays, holidays, and other events. The company's client base includes retailers, event planners, and educational institutions across various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, ensuring that their offerings meet the diverse needs and preferences of end users globally. The company's revenue is generated through a wholesale distribution model, primarily operating on a B2B basis, where retail outlets and other businesses place bulk orders for their products. In the most recent year of 2013, the revenue amounted to USD 0.
00 with an EBITDA of USD 0. 00. Transactions typically involve placing orders for specific quantities of party bags, toys, books, and greeting cards at negotiated rates, with the potential for volume discounts based on order size. The pricing structure is designed to be competitive within the wholesale market, reflecting the quality and uniqueness of their offerings.
Key products such as themed party bags and educational toys have established pricing tiers based on customer demand and seasonal trends. This structured approach to pricing and distribution enables the company to maintain strong relationships with its clients while ensuring consistent revenue streams from its core product lines. Following its acquisition in May 2011, Andersons Wholesale has focused on enhancing its product offerings and exploring new market opportunities. Future growth initiatives include the development of new product lines tailored to specific customer needs and entering untapped markets in Europe and parts of Asia by 2025.
Funding from the acquisition is expected to be utilized for product innovation and market expansion efforts.
Current Investors
Kitwave Group plc
Primary Industry
Retail
Sub Industries
Recreational Product Stores, Warehouses
Website
www.andersonswholesale.co.uk
Company Stage
Add-on
Total Amount Raised
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Andersons Wholesale - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
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| Add-on | Completed | Andersons Wholesale | - |
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