About Us
We build companies to last forever.
Inspiration Commerce Group is a global holding company that acquires, operates, and scales exceptional e-commerce businesses. Unlike traditional private equity, we don't optimize for quick exits—we're building a permanent home for category-leading brands.
Our Philosophy
The company we wish would have acquired our companies.
We're entrepreneurs first. We've built and sold companies. We know what it's like to hand over something you've poured years into.
No artificial timelines. We're not under pressure to sell in 3-5 years. Our companies can make long-term investments because we think in decades, not fund cycles.
Real operational support. We don't just write checks and wait for quarterly reports. Our team rolls up their sleeves—from tech migrations to go-to-market strategy.
Preserve what works. We keep what's effective, simplify what isn't, and bring structure and resources that let the business move faster with fewer distractions.
Our Principles
The values that guide every decision we make
Permanent Ownership
We're not here to flip companies in 3-5 years. We acquire businesses we want to own forever, building for long-term value rather than short-term exits.
Operator Mindset
We don't just invest—we build. Our team works in the trenches alongside portfolio companies, not from a boardroom.
Global Perspective
With headquarters in Toronto and Munich, we bring international expertise to every opportunity. Our companies operate across 15+ countries.
Category Leadership
We seek companies with the potential to become—or already are—definitive leaders in their markets. We don't do "me too" businesses.
From Startup to Global Holdco
Seven years of building, acquiring, and scaling
Acquired Mybestbrands
First acquisition - Germany's premier online luxury fashion outlet
Acquired Stylight
Europe's leading fashion search and discovery platform joins the portfolio
Acquired Verishop
Added social commerce platform with $70M raised, relaunching Q1 2026
Acquired Italist
The leading marketplace of luxury Italian brands with $1.2B inventory
Acquired Everpress
Creator-focused platform for limited-run apparel joins ICG
Acquired DOZR
Expanded into construction tech with North America's equipment rental marketplace
Acquired HEWI
UK's premier luxury resale platform, up to 80% off retail
The Team Behind ICG
Operators, not just investors
Andrew Ladouceur
CEO & Co-Founder
Andrew began his career unconventionally - leaving school early, completing the CFA at 21, and becoming COO of a VC-backed SaaS company that raised over $30M. He moved from venture capital into acquisitions after concluding that long-term value is best created in businesses that control their own outcomes. Andrew focuses on international M&A, company integrations, and fundraising. He has won an ultramarathon, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, and trains Muay Thai.
Saad Siddiqui
Board Chair & Co-Founder
Saad founded Bonsai and led the company as CEO for seven years, raising over $40M in venture capital and establishing it as the category leader in embedded checkout. He now serves as Board Chair, providing strategic guidance as ICG scales globally. University of Toronto alum.
Mackenzie Drew
Chief Technology Officer
Mackie leads ICG's technology strategy across all portfolio companies. With a background spanning full-stack development, 3D printing algorithms, and biotechnology, he brings a unique technical perspective. Previously held lead developer roles at multiple startups before joining Bonsai.
Brett Liu
Chief Operating Officer
Brett builds global teams and operations at ICG, managing the company's PE-style roll-up across multiple geographies. University of Toronto alum with experience in HR, recruiting, and business operations. Active mentor at Founder Institute and board member at VentureKids.
Ready to build something lasting?
Whether you're looking to sell your company or join our team, we'd love to hear from you.