Labora Group

Labora Group is a single-family office that manages the business and philanthropic investments of the Mackie Family. The firm focuses on opportunities that generate enduring value across various sectors, including real estate development, startup and private equity investments, and other affiliated businesses. They adopt a thoughtful and sustainable approach, emphasizing longevity and deep commitment in their investments. Labora Capital Partners, an arm of the group, aims to build a legacy through patient and prudent global investments across diverse asset classes, leveraging a permanent capital base.

The Mackie Family's business origins trace back to a small shop in Coventry in 1951, which grew into a global leader in electrical materials distribution. The North American office of Labora Group was established in 2014, initially as CES Holdings, Inc., and rebranded to Labora Group, Inc. in December 2017. The firm is led by Thomas Hartland-Mackie, President and CEO, continuing a multi-generational family motto of saving, spending, and giving.

Labora Group's portfolio includes significant operating companies in electrical materials distribution, such as City Electric Supply (CES) and City Electrical Factors (CEF), which operate across multiple countries. In 2021, the Mackie Family expanded its interests into the solar sector by acquiring two major distributors, Segen and Soligent, with the strategic goal of becoming a leading global provider of solar products and solutions. The firm also engages in direct investments in private companies, showing interest in venture and seed rounds of funding, including a Series A investment in Waggl, an employee-voice platform.

The firm's investment strategy is broad, encompassing established companies and startups across industries like manufacturing, e-commerce, fashion, consumer goods, and technology. Their real estate investments cover a wide range of property types, with a historical focus on Texas, particularly the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Labora Group's leadership team, including CEO Sone Cavazos and CFO Kate Clapper, guides the firm's diverse investment and philanthropic activities, reflecting a commitment to long-term success through empowerment and shared values.