Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co., L.L.C.
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Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co., L.L.C. - overview
Established
1975
Location
Elmhurst, IL, US
Primary Industry
Food
About
Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co. , L. L. C.
specializes in producing high-quality, bite-sized chocolate chip cookies. Established in 1975, the brand is synonymous with delicious snacks enjoyed by consumers of all ages. Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co. , L.
L. C. produces signature chocolate chip cookies and was founded in 1975 in Elmhurst, US. The company underwent a significant change in ownership when Uni-President Enterprises Corp.
acquired it for USD 60. 6 million on September 28, 1992. The founder, Wally Amos, is known for his entrepreneurial spirit and previously founded other businesses in the food industry. Famous Amos is renowned for its signature product, the bite-size chocolate chip cookies, crafted from an original family recipe established in 1975.
The cookies utilize high-quality ingredients, including semi-sweet chocolate chips, creating a crunchy texture and rich flavor. The company offers various packaging formats, such as resealable bags and multipacks, alongside a variant featuring oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Targeted demographics include families, snack seekers, and dessert enthusiasts. Distribution spans the United States, Canada, and selected international markets.
Famous Amos generates revenue through direct sales to retailers and consumers in the snack food segment. Partnerships with grocery chains, convenience stores, and online retailers ensure broad access to its products. Transactions typically involve bulk purchases at wholesale prices, with retail markups for consumers. The Original Recipe Chocolate Chip Cookies are sold in various sizes, including 9oz resealable bags and multipacks, catering to diverse consumer preferences.
The emphasis on high-quality ingredients and convenient packaging supports its market position in the competitive snack food landscape. Famous Amos aims to innovate its product line by introducing new cookie variants and potentially expanding its flavors. Plans for geographic market expansion are underway, with a focus on increasing presence in international markets by 2025. The recent acquisition by Uni-President Enterprises Corp.
for USD 60. 6 million will facilitate these initiatives, enhancing production capabilities and distribution strategies.
Primary Industry
Food
Sub Industries
Snack Foods, Bakery Products
Website
www.famous-amos.com
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Amount Raised
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Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co., L.L.C. - 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Sale | Completed | Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co., L.L.C. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Famous Amos Chocolate Chip Cookie Co., L.L.C. | - |
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