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Arcola acquires Lactona

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Arcola acquires Lactona

 YES Corporate Finance (“YES CF”) supports Arcola in raising acquisition financing of ABN AMRO for the acquisition of Lactona Holding B.V. (“Lactona”)  

About Lactona 

Lactona is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality oral care products. The brand is known for its innovative and ergonomically designed products that contribute to optimal oral health. Lactona offers a wide range of toothbrushes, interdental brushes, floss, and other specialized oral hygiene products, developed in collaboration with dental professionals. https://lactona.nl/  

 Lactona products are sold through dental practices, pharmacies, and drugstores, as well as online through various retailers. The brand stands out for its focus on quality, sustainability, and ease of use. All products are carefully tested and meet the highest hygiene and quality standards, ensuring consumers can rely on effective oral care for healthy teeth and gums. 

 Healthcare Brands Group 

Healthcare Brands Group (“HBG”), a portfolio company of Arcola, is the umbrella organization behind various health and personal care brands. The group focuses on expansion through strategic acquisitions, aiming to build a strong and diverse brand portfolio. The group includes, among others, Golden Naturals, specializing in dietary supplements, and Lactona, focused on oral care. https://www.healthcarebrandsgroup.com/  

 Arcola 

Arcola, a rapidly growing independent private equity firm, invests in SMEs in the Benelux region. They focus on growing companies with strong market positions in industries such as industry, business services, and technology. https://arcola.eu/  

 The role of YES Corporate Finance 

YES Corporate Finance acted as the Debt Advisor for Arcola. The following activities were successfully carried out: 

  • Preparation of a Financing Memorandum 
  • Identifying and selecting the most suitable financier 
  • Negotiating the best financing terms 
  • Coordination of the due diligence process

  • Negotiating the financing documentation up to Signing and Closing 
Partner

Vincent Hafkamp

Vincent Hafkamp (1975) started as partner at YES Corporate Finance in September 2022. He has over 20 years of experience in M&A, business valuations and financing. Vincent was formerly active at Gilde Equity Management, ING Bank, KPMG Corporate Finance, and RiverBank. At Riverbank, Vincent was responsible for gaining foothold in The Netherlands. His broad experience allows him to advise a wide array of clients with different financial problems.
Associate Director

Eric Koelmans

Eric Koelmans (1994) joined YES Corporate Finance in 2019 and is currently an associate director. Eric holds a Bachelor in Business Economics with a specialization in Financing and Organization and a Master of Corporate Finance from the University of Amsterdam. Eric has gained experience at YES Corporate Finance as an intern after obtaining his Bachelor degree in 2018.
Analyst

Valentijn Achterberg

Valentijn Achterberg (1996) started as an analyst at Yes Corporate Finance in September 2023. He completed his bachelor’s degree in International Business Administration at the Vrije Universiteit and subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Finance & Investments from Erasmus University. During his bachelor’s studies, he gained international experience through an exchange program at ESSCA Shanghai Campus, China, and acquired work experience at ING. In addition to his master’s degree, he worked as a finance work-student at a life sciences scale-up, where he later took on the role of Financial Planning & Analysis analyst.
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