Fireman Capital Partners: Creating Opportunity
Successful Investments
About Our Firm
How It All Began
Founded in 2008 in Boston, Massachusetts, Fireman Capital Partners is a private equity firm that invests in the consumer sector. We help growing companies achieve long-term success. We invest in brands that are uniquely positioned for growth. Our strategic advice helps established companies achieve sustainable growth. With collective experience and passion, we provide insights based on proven success.
Our Team
All Stars.
Dan Fireman
Partner
Dan founded Fireman Capital Partners in 2008 and focuses on all aspects of the Fund’s investment strategy, execution and portfolio company management. Dan received his BA from Emory University and his MBA from the F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business at Babson College.
Chris Akelman
Partner
Chris joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2012. He is responsible for evaluating and executing new investment opportunities and supporting portfolio companies. Chris received his BA in Economics from Brown University.
Russell Kazorek
Vice President & Controller
Russ joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2011 with over 13 years of private equity experience in finance. He is responsible for the financial accounting and tax reporting functions of the firm. Russ received his BA in Political Science and Environmental Studies from the University of Vermont.
Ekta Sharma
Vice President
Ekta joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2014. She is responsible for evaluating and executing new investment opportunities and supporting portfolio companies. Ekta received her BS in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting and Marketing from Georgetown University.
Devon Howard
Vice President
Devon joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2015. He is responsible for evaluating and executing new investment opportunities and supporting portfolio companies. Devon received his BComm in Finance with a minor concentration in Entrepreneurship from McGill University.
Molly MacKinnon
Manager of Accounting & Investor Relations
Molly joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2015. She is responsible for managing accounts payables and receivables, investor relations, reporting, benefits and marketing. Molly received her BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Hospitality Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Andrew Lagoo
Senior Associate
AJ joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2018. He is responsible for evaluating and executing new investment opportunities and supporting portfolio companies. AJ earned his MBA from Columbia Business School along with BSB's in both Finance and Marketing from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota.
Suzanne Adams
Executive Personal Assistant to Paul Fireman
Suzanne has been with Fireman Capital Partners since inception in 2008. As a dedicated confidant and assistant to Paul Fireman, she is responsible for maintaining his personal and professional lifestyle. Suzanne received her AS in Science with a certificate in Respiratory Therapy from Massasoit Community College.
Trisha Winton
Executive Personal Assistant to Dan Fireman
Trisha joined Fireman Capital Partners in 2018. She is responsible for maintaining the Managing Partner's daily schedule, correspondence, contacts, personal projects, meeting arrangements as well as travel. Trisha received her BS in Human Science & Services from The University of Rhode Island.
Investments
Partners. Visionaries.
Bandon Holdings
Current
The largest network of gyms in the Anytime Fitness franchisee system.
CANarchy
Current
A disruptive collective of independent brewers dedicated to bringing quality & innovative flavors to beer drinkers in the name of craft beer.
Docklight Brands
Current
A portfolio of CBD-infused beverage, food and skin care brands.
Garden Remedies
Current
A vertically integrated cannabis company serving medical and recreational consumers in Massachusetts.
Leafly
Current
The largest cannabis website in the world, producing cannabis focused content and facilitating online ordering in select markets.
Left Coast Ventures
Current
A leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of premium cannabis products focused on the California market.
Purity Organics
Current
A multi brand holding company focused on better for you, organic beverage products.
Surfside Holdings
Current
A southern Florida based operator of Dunkin' Brands restaurants.
Tilray
Current
A global leader in cannabis research, cultivation, processing and distribution.
Dunn's River Brands
Realized
A holding company of beverage brands focused on tea and functional wellness.
IdeaPaint
Realized
A producer and distributor of dry erase paint for the office, school, and home.
Evolution Fresh
Realized
A producer of cold-pressed fruit juices, fruit smoothies, gourmet soups, salads and signature bowls.
Hudson Jeans
Realized
A premium denim manufacturer and distributor.
Newton Running
Realized
A manufacturer and distributor of premium natural running footwear.
Pilla
Realized
A manufacturer of technical sports eyewear.
Privateer Holdings
Realized
A private equity firm focused on shaping the future of the global legal cannabis industry.
Serena & Lily
Realized
A lifestyle retailer focused on home décor.
Skip Hop
Realized
A global lifestyle brand devoted to designing innovative products for parents, babies and kids.
Contact
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