Walter Butler’s Butler Industries has clinched a minority stake in Moma Group, a leading force in France’s dynamic events, hospitality, and festive restaurant sectors.
Moma Group, renowned for its iconic brands including Lapérouse, Mimosa, Casa Amor, and Noto, sets ambitious growth targets, with plans to unveil over 40 new venues by 2025. This strategic partnership with Butler Industries is a pivotal move toward realizing these expansion goals.
Anticipating the launch of approximately fifteen new addresses globally within the next 12 months, this expansion encompasses international hotspots such as Marrakech, Saudi Arabia, Athens, Dubai, Miami, Nice, London, among others. This strategic move closely follows the recent successful opening of Café Lapérouse in London.
Founder and President of Moma Group, Benjamin Patou, expressed excitement, stating, «Welcoming Butler Industries and Walter Butler to the capital of Moma Group is a significant step. With this investment, Moma Group gains a partner with substantial financial resources, commitment, and expertise, propelling its profitable growth.»
With a legacy dating back to 1991, Butler Industries boasts extensive experience in the restaurant and events industries. The firm has made noteworthy investments in prestigious assets like Paradis Latin cabaret, Pierre Hermé, L’Ambroisie, Partouche, La Liste, and various esteemed wine estates.
In conjunction with the transaction, Walter Butler assumes the role of Vice President of the Board of Directors. Walter Butler emphasizes, «This is more than a financial investment; it’s a commitment to French expertise in the art of living and a dedication to a compelling long-term project.
