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Weight Watchers International

NASDAQ: WW

New York, US · Virginia corporation · 1 known investors

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Weight Watchers operates subscription-based weight management services in behavioral and clinical categories, as well as generates revenue through licensing its trademarks and intellectual property to consumer products and services companies, franchise fees, and publishing. The company serves consumers seeking diet and weight loss support through studio-based and digital subscription offerings.

Founders & leadership

JNJean Nidetch
Jean Nidetch
JC
James ChambersPresident and Chief Executive Officer, Director
LL
Lesya LysyjPresident, North America
MC
Michael ColosiGeneral Counsel and Secretary
JL
Jeanine LemmensPresident, United Kingdom
CP
Corinne Pollier BousquetPresident, Continental Europe and Australia-New Zealand
NH
Nicholas HotchkinChief Financial Officer

Board

RD
Raymond DebbaneChairman of the Board of Directors
PA
Philippe AmouyalBoard director
JF
Jonas FajgenbaumBoard director
CS
Christopher SobeckiBoard director
MJ
Marsha Johnson EvansBoard director

Investors · 1

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$37.9M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2015–2023

▶$34.2MraisedApr 2023 · 34 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Julie BornsteinDirector
  • Steven M. AltschulerDirector
  • Amanda TollesonExecutive Officer
  • Michael F. ColosiExecutive Officer
  • Michael LysaghtExecutive Officer
  • Christopher SobeckiDirector
  • Oprah WinfreyDirector
  • Jennifer DulskiDirector
  • Heather StarkExecutive Officer
  • Raymond DebbaneDirector
  • Thilo SemmelbauerDirector
  • Sima SistaniExecutive Officer, Director
  • Jonas FajgenbaumDirector
  • Denis F. KellyDirector
  • Julie RiceDirector
Offering amount
$34.7M
Amount sold
$34.2M
First sale
Apr 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Virginia
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3.8MraisedMar 2015 · 11 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • James ChambersExecutive Officer, Director
  • Marsha Johnson EvansDirector
  • Raymond DebbaneDirector
  • Philippe AmouyalDirector
  • Jonas FajgenbaumDirector
  • Lesya LysyjExecutive Officer
  • Christopher SobeckiDirector
  • Michael ColosiExecutive Officer
  • Jeanine LemmensExecutive Officer
  • Corinne Pollier BousquetExecutive Officer
  • Nicholas HotchkinExecutive Officer
  • Cynthia ElkinsDirector
  • Steven AltschulerDirector
  • Sacha LainovicDirector
Offering amount
$3.8M
Amount sold
$3.8M
First sale
Mar 2015
Incorporated
Corporation, Virginia
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Frequently asked questions

What does Weight Watchers International do?
Weight Watchers operates subscription-based weight management services in behavioral and clinical categories, as well as generates revenue through licensing its trademarks and intellectual property to consumer products and services companies, franchise fees, and publishing. The company serves consumers seeking diet and weight loss support through studio-based and digital subscription offerings.
Who founded Weight Watchers International?
Weight Watchers International was founded by Jean Nidetch.
Who are Weight Watchers International's investors?
Weight Watchers International's investors include InvOpps FT1A.
How much funding has Weight Watchers International raised?
Weight Watchers International has disclosed $37.9M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Weight Watchers International headquartered?
Weight Watchers International is headquartered in New York, US.