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ABOUT US
Using our Global Network to
Drive Corporate Growth
Marubeni Consumer Platform was established by Marubeni's Next Generation Corporate Development Division as a dedicated investment platform to drive corporate development initiatives. With offices in Japan, the United States, and Singapore, we invest globally and provide hands-on support to accelerate the growth of our investee companies.
Company Overview
- Holding Company
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Marubeni Consumer Platform Holdings, Inc.
- Business Scope
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Investment and management of consumer-related businesses in Japan, the United States, Southeast Asia, and India
- Ownership
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Wholly owned by Marubeni Corporation, Next Generation Corporate Development Division
- Locations
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・Japan: Marubeni Consumer Platform Japan, Inc.
・United States: Marubeni Consumer Platform U.S.
・Southeast Asia: Marubeni Consumer Platform Asia
Global Reach, Local Expertise
Each of our regional offices is staffed by teams of investment professionals with deep expertise in local cultures and business practices. These teams lead investment activities and growth support on the ground, ensuring tailored, effective strategies for each market.
＜Japan＞
Marubeni Consumer Platform Japan
＜Japan＞
Marubeni Consumer Platform Japan
In Japan, we back businesses that deliver unique products and services refined by Japan’s discerning, quality-focused consumers. Even in this mature market, we find companies that are discovering new value and growth opportunities amid ongoing social transformation.
Yasushi Hashimoto / President & Senior Managing Director
After beginning his career in M&A advisory at a major financial institution, Mr. Hashimoto served as Executive Director at a mid-size PE firm established by Japanese banks and US investment bank, Japan Country Head for a U.S. private equity fund and later as Senior Managing Director at a government backed investment fund. Over three decades, he has led a wide range of transactions—particularly in consumer related sectors—and provided strategic support that drives long term growth and value creation. His track record includes helping Japanese companies expand overseas and guiding investee companies toward sustained enterprise value enhancement.
＜U.S.A＞
Marubeni Consumer Platform U.S.
＜U.S.A＞
Marubeni Consumer Platform U.S.
In the United States—the world’s largest and most dynamic consumer market—we actively invest in sectors poised for growth, capitalizing on evolving consumer behaviors. Our approach leverages the vibrant investment and M&A environment to capture emerging lifestyle trends.
Shana Randhava / President & Senior Managing Director
Ms. Randhava has an extensive global investment record in the ever evolving consumer business arena. At a leading multinational cosmetics group, she spearheaded end to end M&A activities, from crafting investment strategies to post acquisition value creation. Her combination of investor acumen and deep insight into brand culture enables her to foster long term value and brand growth across her investee companies.
＜Southeast Asia＞
Marubeni Consumer Platform Asia
＜Southeast Asia＞
Marubeni Consumer Platform Asia
Across Southeast Asia and India, we take a multifaceted approach to investment, recognizing the unique cultures and business customs of each country. By understanding the evolving consumer landscape driven by ongoing economic development and rising incomes, we identify and support high-potential opportunities for sustainable growth.
Bharat Sarma/President & Senior Managing Director
With more than 20 years in private equity, Mr. Sarma focuses on growth and buyout investments across Southeast Asia, India, and the Middle East. He has led large scale deals and provided hands on operational support while heading investment teams at major PE funds. His breadth of industry knowledge is grounded in prior experience developing growth strategies at a global consulting firm and driving business development within operating companies.