Participated · Equity · Oct 2023

Leverage operates D2C fitness and wellness businesses including protein and supplement products under the VALX brand, 24-hour VALX GYM facilities, and media/search services such as Diet Concierge and Trainer Agency. The company reported sales of 67億円 (¥6.7 billion) in the fiscal year ending October 2022, a 259% year‑over‑year increase. To strengthen its financial base and accelerate business expansion, Leverage completed a third‑party equity placement raising ¥160 million (1.6億円). The capital participation from three listed companies is intended to deepen operational collaboration and speed growth initiatives. Investors signaled support areas including digital‑risk management, backing for the company’s D2C growth, and exploration of partnership opportunities to help VALX expand. The company was founded in May 2006 and is headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo.