NEW YORK โ Bansk Group, a consumer-focused private investment firm dedicated to building distinctive consumer brands, has acquired premium meat snacks company No Manโs Land Foods LLC. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Based in Enid, Okla., No Manโs Land makes beef jerky and meat sticks for the convenience channel. Founded in 1997, the company credits much of its success to its in-house dehydration process, which creates a tougher texture and distinct flavor profile.
โConsumers today are increasingly seeking high-quality, high-protein snack options, and we believe there is a meaningful opportunity for No Manโs Land to expand into new distribution channels and geographic markets and bring its beloved products to more consumers across the country,โ said Brian OโConnor, senior partner and chief investment officer at Bansk.
No Manโs Land will continue to be led by Pete Dillingham as chief executive officer, Clint Beagley as president and the existing leadership team.
โBanskโs expertise in building consumer businesses is unmatched, and we could not be happier to have them as our partners,โ Dillingham said. โOur team looks forward to working closely with the Bansk team and utilizing their extensive operational and brand building experience to accelerate No Manโs Landโs next phase of growth.โ
With the acquisition of No Manโs Land, Bansk marks its second investment in the food and beverage sector. The firmโs first investment was Redโs All Natural, a clean label frozen burritos and breakfast sandwiches brand, in January 2023.
