Growing exceptional businesses

Partnering with driven, focused and resilient founders to grow exceptional businesses, we are a group of individuals who have at some point in our lives been where you are. There is no substitute for hardwork and determination and this sits at our core. We look for the founders that already know what the winning recipe is and just require experience and support to see it through.

Growing exceptional businesses

OBG has participated in

$25m

Seed Funding Raised

$32m

Series A Funding Raised

$160m

Series B PARTICIPATION

$65m

Pre IPO Capital

$83m

IPO

$187m

Post IPO

Our portfolio

Klean Kanteen

Acquisition Funding 2024

Klean Kanteen, the original clean-reuseable water bottle founded over 20 years ago at the foot of the Sierra’s in northern California USA, specialises in eco-friendly, lead-free drinkware and foodware, offering durable, reusable options made from food-grade stainless steel to combat single-use plastic pollution.
Emphasising sustainability and health, their lead-free range promotes a greener lifestyle and reflects a commitment to environmental stewardship, encouraging conscious, planet-friendly choices with every use.

Industry
Eco Manufacturing
Partnered
Acquisition Funding 2024
KleanKanteen.com
Project Blank
Think Better Group

Business & Pleasure Co.

Debt/Seed Funding 2023

Business & Pleasure Co. specialises in crafting outdoor products, weaving vintage elegance with contemporary functionality. Globally recognised in the outdoor consumer lifestyle sector, the brand is committed to producing durable, timeless, and aesthetically appealing items. With a product range that includes premium beach umbrellas, chairs, and accessories, Business & Pleasure Co. seamlessly melds classic sophistication with modern usability, enhancing outdoor experiences for consumers across the globe.

Industry
Consumer
PartnereD
Debt/Seed Funding 2023
businessandpleasureco.com

DOG

by Dr Lisa

Seed funding in 2021 + Growth funding 2023

DOG by Dr Lisa is a World leading range of luxury skincare and lifestyle products for your dog. Created by Dr Lisa Chimes, a veterinarian and mother, these products are the end result of years of giving the best care to little ones. Using organic and natural ingredients, the range has been carefully created to be gentle and effective on dogs.

Industry
Eco Manufacturing
Partnered
Seed funding in 2021, follow on funding 2023
dogbydrlisa.com
Project Blank
Think Better Group

Think Better Group

Seed funding in 2020 + Acquisition funding 2022

Think Better Group owns and operates leading consumer brands which focus on delivering environmental sustainability in high growth markets. Our leading principals drive the core focus for our brands. Reduce / Re-use, Recycle and Upcycle initiatives. We compliment this with the unique visions of each of our founders which are encompassed in the broader strategies of the Think Better Group.

Industry
Consumer
PartnereD
Seed funding 2020, follow on funding 2021
Pre-ipo
Funding 2023
thinkbettergroup.com

Licella

Series C funding in 2021

Licella’s patented Catalytic Hydrothermal Reactor (Cat-HTR™) platform is a truly disruptive technology set to revolutionise how we approach a zero waste economy and transition to sustainable renewable fuels and chemicals.

Industry
ESG Manufacturing
Partnered
Series C funding in 2021
licella.com.au
Project Blank
Ecoriginals

Ecoriginals

Seed funding in 2016 with 2x follow up growth funding

World leading Eco Nappy and Wipes. From humble beginnings in Byron Bay, Australia to Global distribution.

Industry
Eco Manufacturing
Partnered
Seed funding 2016
ecoriginals.com

Project Blank

Seed funding in 2020

The “Project” is simple, surfers want high quality, more sustainable options without the heavy-hitting price tags. They are less about branding and more about creating value with well priced product and not compromising quality.

Industry
Consumer
Partnered
Seed funding in 2020
projectblank.com.au
Project Blank
Ecoriginals

Explorate

Seed funding in 2020

Enabling business to take control of their freight. Whether you’re shipping four 40' containers, one 20' reefer or 4CBM by air freight you can book, manage and track everything yourself with Explorate.

Industry
Freight & Logisitics
Partnered
Seed funding in 2020, Follow on 2021
explorate.co

Zwift

Seed funding in 2014 followed with Series A in 2015, then a partial sell down in 2018 at 10x initial investment

Zwift blends the fun of video games with the intensity of serious training,helping you get faster. Level up in the virtual worlds of Zwift with a community that motivates you every minute.

Industry
Technology
Partnered
Seed Funding, Series A
zwift.com
Zwift
Stockshare

Stockshare

Seed Funding in 2018

A global leading technology platform providing endless aisle opportunities to retailers, avoiding the need for upfront financial commitment, dramatically reducing 'no stock' missed sales.

Industry
Technology
Partnered
Seed funding 2018
stockshare.io

Willie Smiths Organic Apple Cider Company

Exit- Private Equity / Management Buyout

In 1888, Willie Smith planted the first apple tree in the family orchard located in the Huon Valley, Tasmania. Four generations later, they produce some of the best ciders in the world.

Industry
Consumer
Partnered
Partnered - Seed Funding 2015
Exit - Management Buyout 2023
williesmiths.com.au
Willie Smiths Organic Apple Cider Company
Costumebox

Costumebox

Seed funding in 2011 with 3x follow up growth funding

Australia’s leading online party and costume superstore.

Industry
Ecommerce
Partnered
Seed funding 2011
costumebox.com

TOWA

Seed funding in 2018 followed by both a Series A & B in 2019

Peer-to-Peer Network and complete mobile functionality for building, real estate and facilities management with payments powered by Blockchain.

Industry
Technology
Partnered
Seed Funding, Series A and Series B
towa.network
TOWA

Zeta Group NZ

Partnering in 2019

Zeta Group is New Zealand’s leading personal goods manufacturer. Specialising in machine manufacturing and supply of eco based sanitary and personal use products.

Industry
Manufacturing
Partnered
Product development 2019
zetagroup.co.nz
Zeta
Chiropractic Group Operations

Chiropractic Group Operations (CGO)

Seed funding in 2019

A national network of Australia and NZ’s leading chiropractors.

Industry
Health Services
Partnered
Seed funding 2018
cgops.com.au
Chiropractic Group Operations

SurfStitch

Successful IPO Exit

Founded in Australia in 2006, SurfStitch is the worlds leading Online Action Sports Retailer.

Industry
Ecommerce
PartnereD
Seed funding 2006
ipo
2014
surfstitch.com
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