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WM Partners Forms Strategic Partnership with Sotobou Animal Hospital

In a significant development for the veterinary healthcare sector, WM Partners, based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has announced its strategic capital partnership with Sotobou Animal Hospital, located in Isumi City, Chiba. This partnership aims to bolster the services provided by the animal hospital, which primarily caters to dogs and cats.

Sotobou Animal Hospital is dedicated to offering high-quality veterinary care. The clinic operates under the ethos of evidence-based diagnosis and treatment, addressing the needs of animals that cannot articulate their health concerns. Their mission is to alleviate the anxiety of pet owners while providing essential services that aim to save animal lives.

The strategic alliance was formed with an understanding that growth and development for Sotobou Animal Hospital necessitate a robust partnership. Through the investment made by WM Partners via its equity partner, P&V Holdings, both parties envision fostering a synergistic relationship that will contribute to the growth of Sotobou Animal Hospital.

With over a decade of experience in private equity, WM Partners has positioned itself as a pioneering force in growth capital investment in Japan, distinguishing itself with a unique investment strategy that differs from traditional venture capital and buyout models. Its commitment extends beyond capital provision; WM Partners assists in addressing various management challenges faced by medium and small enterprises, including succession planning, corporate restructuring, and capital composition optimization.

In November 2022, WM Partners also formed a similar capital partnership with Uehonmachi Animal Hospital, further showcasing their commitment to enhancing veterinary services in the community. The collaboration with Sotobou Animal Hospital will see WM Partners supporting the founder, Toshiichi Mori, and his team in their efforts to expand and enhance their service offerings.

About Sotobou Animal Hospital

• - Company Name: Sotobou Animal Hospital
• - Headquarters: 1878-3 Hiita, Isumi City, Chiba
• - Representative: Toshiichi Mori
• - Capital: 5 million yen
• - Business: Operating an animal hospital
• - Website: Sotobou Animal Hospital

About WM Partners

Founded in July 2013, WM Partners is an independent investment company committed to investing in unlisted shares and managing private equity funds. The team, comprised of investment professionals with diverse backgrounds and over ten years of industry experience, seeks to offer tailored capital and shareholder policies to management teams striving for growth.

Through its funds, including WM Growth Fund No. 3, 4, and 5, WM Partners continues to play a critical role in supporting the growth of companies within the veterinary healthcare sector and beyond.

• - Establishment: July 2013
• - Representatives: Masayoshi Matsumoto, Yasuo Tokunaga
• - Capital: 300 million yen
• - Head Office: 4th Floor, Kakimi Kojimachi Building, 2-3 Kojimachi, Chiyoda, Tokyo
• - Website: WM Partners

This capital partnership is set to enable continued innovation and improvement in veterinary healthcare, demonstrating a shared commitment to enhancing the quality of care for animals and peace of mind for their owners.