The reality facing small and growing manufacturers is that working capital requirements are ever increasing. Demand for capital is critical as inventories grow, equipment requirements increase, and product introductions necessitate funding. Very often, the primary obstacle to growth is the lack of capital.

In response, Foodmark may make equity investments in some of its clients. The form of these investments may be direct capital infusion, reduced fees or a combination of the two. Aside from the attractiveness of the investment, Foodmark evaluates the long-term goals of the principal owners to determine if they’re in alignment with their own strategic goals for the enterprise.