Bruin Sports Capital

Private Equity Corporate VC Est. 2015
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USD 300M
Estimated FUM
Type
Private Equity
HQ
White Plains, NY, United States
Founded
2015
Focus
Consumer

About

Bruin Sports Capital creates, acquires and invests in best-in-class enterprises leading the future of the sports and lifestyle industries. Bruin Sports Capital has team members in the US, Canada, Europe and Asia, invests globally and is a long-term investor. Bruin Sports Capital differs from traditional private equity. Bruin is a capitalized operating company that goes beyond transactional investments bringing a proven strategy for scale and longevity. The approach is rooted in a long-term capital base, experience in structuring platform businesses and a proven management track record that yields both flexibility and opportunity. We are decisive, move quickly and are well-positioned to capitalize on immediate opportunities. Bruin was founded by George Pyne, the former president of sports and media conglomerate IMG.

Investment Focus

Focus Areas
Stages
Growth PE/Buyout Seed Series A Series B
Focus
Consumer
Investment Geographies
Primary Markets
United States
Coverage
Country-focused
Regions
North America

Coverage is a guide only.

Location

Headquarters
White Plains, NY, United States
Office Presence
1 country
United States
1 known office
White Plains, NY, United States (HQ)

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