Belkin Corporation

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Belkin Corporation - overview

Established

1983

Location

Compton, CA, US

Primary Industry

Consumer Products

About

Belkin Corporation specializes in technology accessories, offering innovative solutions for mobile and consumer electronics to enhance user experience through a variety of chargers, cables, and protective equipment. Founded in 1983 in Compton, US, Belkin Corporation focuses on providing technology accessories. The company was sold to its management in 2015. Chet Pipkin, the founder, has a background in creating consumer technology solutions.


The current CEO is Steven Malony. Belkin offers a wide array of technology accessories primarily aimed at mobile and consumer electronics. Their product line includes various chargers, cables, screen protectors, and accessories for devices like the iPhone, Samsung Galaxy smartphones, and Nintendo Switch. Their charging solutions encompass USB-C chargers, wireless power banks, and MagSafe-compatible products.


Screen protection options include the UltraGlass and TemperedGlass series, ensuring device displays are protected against scratches and impacts. Belkin's products cater to individual consumers, tech enthusiasts, and retail partners across major markets in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Belkin generates revenue through direct consumer sales and partnerships with retailers and wholesalers. The company employs a multi-channel distribution strategy to effectively reach both B2B and B2C markets.


Revenue comes from retail sales of individual products, including wireless chargers and screen protectors, appealing to a wide audience with varying pricing structures that cater to different consumer segments. Belkin plans to launch several new products designed to enhance their existing lineup of technology accessories in the coming years. The company is also targeting expansion into new geographic markets, with specific plans to increase its presence in Europe and Asia-Pacific by 2025. The funding from the management buyout in 2015 has been utilized to support these initiatives, including product development and market expansion strategies.


Primary Industry

Consumer Products

Sub Industries

Consumer Electronics, Consumer Electronics Stores

Website

www.belkin.com

Total Amount Raised

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Belkin Corporation - deals

Deals TypeDeal StatusTarget (s)Deal DateInvestor(s)Seller(s)Deal size (Mn)Enterprise value (Mn)Post-money valuation (Mn)EBITDA multiple (x)Revenue multiple (x)Lead partner (s)
Sale to ManagementCompletedBelkin Corporation-
Add-onCompletedCisco's Home Networking Business Unit-
GrowthCompletedBelkin Corporation-

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