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Earlier this month, our team came together for our inaugural wellness retreat. The week focused on deepening our team connections, recharging, and immersing ourselves in nature. It was an opportunity to truly live the values we talk about—taking meaningful steps toward living better, longer lives. Here's to prioritizing well-being, both in and out of the workplace! #wellnessretreat #mannatree #teambuilding #active #connections #health #wellness #longevity

🌱 Industry Commentary: The Rise of PE-Backed Wellness in Primary Care 🌱 Axios highlights a growing trend: private equity's involvement in the wellness sector, with a sharp focus on primary care and longevity solutions. As millennials and wellness enthusiasts seek innovative, biohacking options, the intersection of traditional healthcare and concierge wellness is turning into a multibillion-dollar opportunity. 💡 Why It Matters: The shift towards concierge-style, cash-pay wellness businesses—like Mark Hyman’s Function Health and PE-backed Formula Wellness—signals a new wave in healthcare, emphasizing personalization, longevity, and preventive care. However, it also raises concerns about widening health disparities, as more physicians pivot to serving select patients, potentially leaving others behind. The wellness industry is clearly evolving, and with private equity at the helm, we’re witnessing a transformation in how primary care and wellness intersect. The challenge remains in ensuring accessibility and equity while pushing the boundaries of what wellness care can achieve. #PrivateEquity #WellnessTrends #ConciergeCare #PrimaryCare #Longevity #HealthcareInnovation https://lnkd.in/e4NHYd7J

🏃♀️🏅 A huge congratulations to our incredible team members, Ryan Klas and Lauren Russell, for completing the Chicago Marathon! 🎉 Your dedication, hard work, and perseverance are truly inspiring. Running 26.2 miles is no easy feat, and we’re thrilled to add you both to our growing list of marathon runners at Manna Tree, showcasing the passion and determination our team brings not only to the racecourse but also to everything we do. Here’s to celebrating your achievement and all the miles ahead! 🥂 #ChicagoMarathon #TeamMannaTree #Inspiration #MarathonRunners #HealthAndWellness #AchievementUnlocked #TeamWellness

Holiday season is officially here, and so is this fan-favorite 🎄✨ Health-Ade's Holiday Cheers Kombucha! Don't miss out—grab yours in select stores or shop online. #HolidayCheers #HealthAde #SeasonalFavorites #HolidayVibes #Kombucha

A big shout-out to our amazing teammate, Maggie Maloney, for truly going the extra mile (literally) at the Ragnar Relay in Kentucky! Maggie's resilience and determination are an inspiration to us all. Also wishing the best of luck to Ryan Klas and Lauren Russell as they gear up to conquer the Bank of America Chicago Marathon this Sunday, October 13th. At Manna Tree, we believe in leading by example when it comes to health and wellness, and our team continues to "walk the walk" (or in this case, run it!) while embracing an active, balanced lifestyle. Together, we’re pushing boundaries and proving that wellness is not just a goal—it’s a way of life. #HealthAndWellness #TeamShoutout #ActiveLiving #ChicagoMarathon #RagnarRelay #Marathon #CultureBuilding

Goldman Sachs has just release their latest Private Equity Report, offering valuable insights into the evolving market landscape. Read on for Ryan Klas, Director of Investments, key takeaways: 1. Market Rebalancing in 2024: The report anticipates 2024 to be a year of rebalancing in the markets, driven by renewed optimism, fresh pools of capital, and pent-up demand. This is expected to bolster M&A volumes and financing markets. 2. Growth of Alternatives: There is significant growth and diversification in alternative investments, with private equity and private credit being major contributors. The alternatives dry powder is estimated at approximately $3.9 trillion. 3. Sponsor M&A Opportunities: As M&A volumes normalize, there will be more opportunities for transactions between buyers and sellers. This is facilitated by strong balance sheets and favorable debt financing markets. 4. Public Equity Market Dynamics: The report notes an increase in global sponsor-backed ECM issuance and anticipates more IPOs and secondary public offerings. This is supported by improved market sentiment and investor confidence. 5. Mainstreaming of Secondaries: The secondaries market has become a mainstream asset class, providing liquidity alternatives and allowing GPs to retain high-quality assets during market volatility. 6. Private Credit Opportunities: Private credit is becoming an attractive option for investors, offering flexible financing opportunities and participating in junior capital to facilitate M&A and recapitalizations. 7. Strategic Use of Structured Equity: Structured equity solutions, such as convertibles and preferred securities, are being used to provide liquidity and bridge financing gaps in private markets. 8. Refinancing Solutions: Companies are focusing on refinancing and deleveraging to increase exit optionality. Structured equity transactions are helping to facilitate refinancing of senior debt. #GoldmanSachs #PrivateEquity #MarketGrowth #PrivateCredit #PrivateEquityInsights #MarketTrends #PrivateCredit #GlobalMarkets #IPOActivity #SecondariesMarket #StructuredEquity #Refinancing #CapitalMarkets #InvestmentStrategies #PrivateEquity2024

We are excited to celebrate the launch of True Food Kitchen's latest fast-casual dining experience!   On Monday, October 7th, True Food Market made its debut, offering a fresh selection of grab-and-go dishes. If you’re in the Scottsdale area, don’t miss out—stop by and give it a try!   A big congratulations to the incredible team at True Food Kitchen for their hard work and dedication in bringing this concept to life. We can't wait to see its success unfold. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/g-vSHYn4 #TrueFoodMarket #FastCasualDining #GrandOpening #HealthyDining #GrabAndGo #FreshEats #LocalFood #NewRestaurant #FoodieFinds #HealthyLifestyle #TrueFoodKitchen #RestaurantLaunch #EatWellLiveWell #CulinaryInnovation #CongratsTrueFood #FreshFlavors #DiningExperience

In case you missed it, Gotham Greens indoor facilities will continue to expand in #Colorado! Thank you State of Colorado Jared Polis for your support! #GothamGreens #IndoorFarming #ColoradoAgriculture #SustainableFarming #GreenhouseGrowth #UrbanFarming #FutureOfFood #LocalProduce #Hydroponics #SustainableAgriculture #FarmToTable #ClimateSmartAgriculture #ColoradoExpansion #InnovativeFarming

Last week, our co-founder and co-managing partner, Gabrielle (Ellie) Rubenstein was back on stage at SuperReturn, this time, at the Asia event in Singapore! Ellie joined panel host, Nupur Garg and fellow panelist, Diana Reeves of Cabot Capital, to discuss the increasingly paramount topic of the role diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) plays in private equity. Manna Tree walks the talk when it comes to DEI as a team of 2/3 women, co-led by a woman at the GP level. Much industry-wide progress has been made but there’s more work to be done, as the importance of diverse perspectives in value creation and operational execution continues to emerge. One key takeaway from the conversation on Tuesday? Leading managers of tomorrow are the diverse managers of today. #SuperReturnAsia #PrivateEquity #DEI #DiversityEquityInclusion #WomenInLeadership #ValueCreation #InclusiveLeadership #MannaTree #DiversePerspectives #FutureLeaders #EquityInInvesting #WomenInPrivateEquity #LeadershipMatters #EllieRubenstein #InvestmentIndustry #DiverseManagers #OperationalExcellence

Next up in our Team Wellness Series is Steve Young, managing partner. Read on to learn more about the keys to Steve’s health and wellness! Steve has over 20 years of experience as both an operator and investor in the consumer products sector. Before joining Manna Tree, he was EVP and Managing Director at Sunrise Strategic Partners, where he oversaw investments in high-growth brands like Kodiak Cakes and Vital Farms. Prior to that, Steve held leadership roles at General Mills, including managing its $1 billion portfolio of emerging brands and leading the acquisition and integration of Annie's Inc. Steve also served as CEO of Bellisio Foods/CP Foods North America, one of the largest frozen food manufacturers in the U.S. He lives in Minneapolis with his family. What is in your fridge/pantry? Top 3 products you're loving right now: 1) good culture* 2) Ithaca Hummus 3) fairlife, LLC Core Power protein shakes What is your #1 health and wellness non-negotiable? Exercising in some way, each day, is non-negotiable. That could be an intense cardio workout, or strength training, or as low-key as taking the dogs for a long walk. But some form of exercise is a non-negotiable and keeps me feeling energized! Book or podcast that has helped you on your health/wellness journey? “Outlive” by Peter Attia What activities do you do to stay active and increase your longevity? Running, cycling, Peloton, strength training, chasing after two dogs and six kids! What is your advice you've learned on your health/wellness journey? -Progress over perfection - health/wellness can feel so huge - it's everything from diet to exercise to sleep to hydration. Take one or two things at a time, and keep making progress. One lesson I learned from running marathons is that you run 26.2 miles one mile at a time, not in one 26.2 mile mental block.  -Exercise in the morning! There are too many excuses that can crop up if you wait until afternoon or evening. I found that by exercising early, you start the day with energy - and eventually it also helps with sleep (you wake up early so then you are tired and go to bed earlier, and the virtuous cycle begins). -You can't out-exercise a bad diet! *Manna Tree is an investor in these brands #TeamWellnessSeries #MannaTree #WellnessJourney #HealthyLiving #EmpowerConsumers #Longevity #HealthyChoices #HealthAndWellness #WellnessTips #ActiveLifestyle #HealthyHabits #MindfulLiving #WellnessAdvice #HealthyStaples #InvestInWellness #TeamMannaTree