Shock Doctor Inc.
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Shock Doctor Inc. - overview
Established
1990
Location
Minneapolis, MN, US
Primary Industry
Travel & Leisure
About
Shock Doctor Inc. develops and produces high-performance protective gear and performance products for athletes. Their offerings prioritize safety and comfort, catering to various sports and physical activities. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Minneapolis, US, Shock Doctor specializes in protective sports gear.
In March 2015, the company merged with McDavid to form United Sports Brands, enhancing service offerings in the sports protection market. Shock Doctor specializes in high-performance protective gear aimed at athletes and active individuals. Their main products include mouthguards, compression apparel, and braces designed for maximum protection during sports activities. The mouthguards, like the Max AirFlow and Flavor Fusion lines, cater to various sports, including football, hockey, and martial arts, and address specific user needs, such as those with braces.
The company also offers supportive gear for various body parts, including knee, ankle, and shoulder braces, ensuring comfort and stability during physical activities. Products are distributed across North America, Europe, and Asia, targeting both amateur and professional athletes through direct sales and retail partnerships. Shock Doctor's revenue model is based on direct consumer sales and retail partnerships, facilitating reach to individual customers and bulk buyers like sports teams. The Max AirFlow Football Mouthguard and Ultra Knee Support serve as flagship products, reflecting the company's commitment to quality, with pricing structured according to product lines.
This diverse product range appeals to a wide customer base, aiding ongoing revenue generation through consistent consumer demand and brand loyalty. Future growth for Shock Doctor involves the launch of new products and expansion into new markets. The company plans to utilize resources from its recent merger with McDavid to enhance product offerings and services under United Sports Brands. The merger, completed in March 2015, involved a strategic partnership with Ares Capital for equity co-investment, aiming to strengthen the company’s market presence and product range.
Current Investors
United Sports Brands, Hillcrest Capital Partners
Primary Industry
Travel & Leisure
Sub Industries
Consumer Products, Professional Sports/eSports, Fitness & Wellness Facilities
Website
www.shockdoctor.com
Company Stage
Merged
Total Amount Raised
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Shock Doctor Inc. - 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on, Trade Sale | Completed | Pearl Izumi USA, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Merger | Completed | McDavid, Shock Doctor Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | Shock Doctor Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Shock Doctor Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Shock Doctor Inc. | - |
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