Encore Consumer Capital, a private equity firm that invests exclusively in consumer products brands and manufacturers, has promoted Kate Wallman to managing director.

“Kate’s a rising star and leader in consumer products industry investing, with a track record of success working with both branded and private label companies,” said Robert Brown, co-founder and managing director of Encore. “We’re fortunate to have Kate as a leader, not only driving results but also enhancing the firm’s culture along the way. From tenaciously finding new investments to working closely supporting our management teams, Kate’s made a big impact at Encore over the last five years. We’re excited to welcome her into our partnership and promote her to Managing Director.”

Wallman joined Encore in 2016 as a vice president. Her leadership roles span Encore’s current investments in Love Wellness, Murry’s and Lion Beverage and Encore’s exits of California Splendor, ThunderWorks and Van Law Foods. She currently serves on the boards of Full Sail, Kyla, Lion Beverage, Love Wellness and Murry’s and previously served on the boards of ThunderWorks and Van Law.

“Kate’s a rising star and leader in consumer products industry investing, with a track record of success working with both branded and private label companies,” said Scott Sellers, co-founder and managing director of Encore. “We’re fortunate to have Kate as a leader, not only driving results but also enhancing the firm’s culture along the way.”

Prior to joining Encore, Wallman worked at Lineage Capital.