Scaling Challenger Brands and PE PortCo’s

Since 2009, Pilot Lite has been adding bandwidth and deployment capabilities to leading corporates in the CPG and food & beverage sectors. With the launch of our new service, Pilot Lite now partners with ambitious Challenger brands and Private Equity PortCo’s to scale their businesses internationally, faster, smarter, and with less risk.

The service acts as an extension of each client’s organisation, quickly assembling and deploying in-market teams to deliver on the strategic goals of founders, CEOs, and investors.

Why Pilot Lite’s New Service?

• Speed to Market: Launch teams on the ground within 2 weeks - no need to add FTEs, get expert local players delivering results from day one.

• De-risk Expansion: Regulatory, logistics, sales, and marketing are all handled in-market.

• Cost Control: Transparent pricing with no surprises.

• Global Expertise: 220+ successful launches across North America, Europe, Asia, and LATAM, supported by a network of 500+ specialists.

Born from Pilot Lite’s 16 years of experience, this service is dedicated to helping founders, investors, and CEOs scale the world’s most ambitious consumer brands.

For more information, contact Mike Anstey, Executive Director, alongside our leadership team: Adam Horler, Louise Wymer, Jourik Migom, Aba Edu, Gustav Astrom, Joel Nelson, Anthony Wells, Nigel Hughes, and Daniel G. Lauri.