Prospect Brands, LLC today announced the purchase of Duck Head Apparel, expanding its portfolio which also includes Gerbing, a wearable technology company specializing in heated apparel.
The Company plans to offer a full lifestyle assortment to include: khakis, knitwear, denim, wovens, sweaters, outerwear, t-shirts, headwear and accessories.
“It is rare in a career to be able to lead such an iconic American brand. I am honored to help write the next chapter of Duck Head’s history by adding the brand to our existing portfolio,” said Tom Nolan, President and CEO of Prospect Brands.
Founded in 1865, the legendary Duck Head brand was conceived after brothers George and Joe O’Bryan opened an apparel wholesale business after returning home to Nashville, Tennessee, from Civil War duty. The brothers’ innovative trouser design, cut and sewn from the closely woven tent material known as “Duck” was later trademarked as Duck Head, and a unique American brand was born.
Prospect Brands, LLC is a partnership between McCarthy Capital Fund V and Tom Nolan. McCarthy Capital Fund V is managed by McCarthy Partners Management, LLC, an affiliated RIA of McCarthy Capital.
By Lolita A. Alford