
Where creative ingenuity ignites growth and opportunity.
What We Do
Vertikal Brands is an innovative platform that specializes in strategic growth strategies with business investments in the “Outdoor Lifestyle” category. Driven by our strong passions for the industry, we partner with business owners, and management teams to develop and grow the best brands in the space! This strategy combined with our dedicated equity partner allows us the flexibility that customizable transactions deserve.
What Makes Us Different?
COMMITMENT
Selling ones business requires an immense amount of commitment and can be extremely taxing. We are experienced in navigating the entire process with our diverse transaction background as both buyers and sellers. It is not just about “Numbers”. At Vertikal, we are committed to maximizing the potential of the brands and the people.
PERSPECTIVE
We have been in your shoes! Taking businesses to the “Next Level” often requires a keen outside perspective. Investing in strategies to overcome growth hurdles can be equally challenging. Vertikal has the perspective and the capital to reach new heights.
AGILITY
We live in a culture that is fast paced and relentlessly demanding. Our investment transactions are not “one size fits all” and we excel in adaptive strategies most struggle with. Our team has a proven track record, deep industry relationships, and advanced product knowledge within numerous categories. Above all else, trust, loyalty and unmatched transparency are key to our core.
Who We Are
EXPERIENCE
The Vertikal team brings decades of tactical experience from within industry leading private and public companies. Performance speaks volumes and we believe we are highly effective helping businesses excel within facets such as, operations, marketing, digital marketing, e-commerce, sales, product development, mergers & acquisitions, integrations, sourcing, and customer service.
MEET THE TEAM

Jim Gianladis
Chief Executive Officer
Jim is an avid outdoorsman, product guy, dog lover and tournament bass fisherman. He most recently served as President of Battenfeld Technologies, Inc...click here to read more or contact Jim 
Adam Birk
Chief Operating Officer
Adam is a highly gifted individual known for driving revenue and profit growth by leveraging a unique blend of business acumen, market awareness, product development & innovation...click here to read more or to contact Adam 
Jeff Forsberg
Chief Marketing Officer
Jeff is a small business owner, entrepreneur, strategic marketer, an avid outdoorsman, tinkerer, father and friend to many. Originally a Minnesota native, Jeff moved to Colorado on a blind ambition to expand his professional experience and to immerse himself in diverse outdoor cultures...click here to read more or to contact Jeff Our Partners
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