• In August of 2013, the private equity fund Pátria Investimentos acquired a controlling equity stake in Natulab

– In order to continue its robust performance and high growth rate, Natulab needed to improve its capital structure through an equity capital injection

– The management team was seeking a financial partner with a hands-on approach to contribute to the Company’s audacious expansion plan

• Challenges to the transactions included:

– A diverse shareholder’s structure with foreign investors, founding-partners and officers based in Brazil and Italy

– The negotiation of a complex shareholder’s agreement contemplating different demands from the different parties

• Highlights that attracted Pátria Investimentos include:

– Investment in an attractive fast-growing sector

– Robust product pipeline and aggressive business plan

• Founded in the late 90’s, Natulab is a manufacturer of phytotherapic formulations, branded-generic medications, vitamins and supplements located in Santo Antonio de Jesus, Bahia

– With a product portfolio of over 130 items, Natulab targets Brazil’s high growth income classes (C & D)

• Founded in 1988, Pátria Investimentos has over US$7.2 billion of assets under management

– Pátria Investimentos offers a wide range of investments options, including private equity investment funds, real estate investment funds, infrastructure investment funds and multi-market investment funds