Dave A., Founder of Pure Fishing

About Dave A.

Dave Allen serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Pure Fishing Inc., a global leader in the fishing tackle industry. Pure Fishing is a portfolio company of Sycamore Partners and recently completed a refinancing transaction of its outstanding debt, securing a new five-year, $750 million first lien credit facility. The company aims to continue growing its iconic brands and driving innovation.

Dave A. at a glance

• Company: Pure Fishing
• Total raised: $750M
• Investors: Monarch Alternative Capital LP, Silver Point Finance
• Location: Columbia, South Carolina

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