Ames Watson
Columbia, Marylandameswatson.com
Overview
Ames Watson is a private holding company with over $2 billion in revenue that purchases, transforms and partners with companies to create long term value. Their strategy is based on bringing more than just capital to companies, offering know-how, problem-solving, deep resources and experience to grow companies and move them past “inflection points.” Ames Watson is a permanent capital holding company with committed capital and the resources to move quickly and the capabilities to help businesses reach long term success.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claire's | Sep 2025 | M&A | Lead |
| Margaux | Apr 2022 | Series B | Lead |
| Zygo | Mar 2022 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Hungry Marketplace, Inc. | Sep 2021 | Series C | Co-investor |
| Lids Sports Group | Feb 2019 | Buyout/LBO | Lead |
Sector & Stage Mix
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