Kimberly Funderburg
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Hey Kimberly — came from a similar path into the PE/holdco world (IB → growth equity in London). been thinking a lot about proprietary origination in marine services lately. would be good to connect.
Hey Kimberly, we both ended up in the holdco/PE world though from pretty different angles — I came through IB in London, not procurement and ops like you. origination was always the same story for me — clear thesis, decent relationships, but no proprietary system of record. the people, tools and ideas were never really connected. every deal virtually sourced from scratch, nothing compounding over time. curious if that's still how most funds operate or if I'm behind the times? — Russ
Hey Kimberly, looks like we both ended up in the PE/holdco world, though from different directions — I came through banking at CS & Greenhill in London into growth equity, not through procurement and supply chain like you building out marine brands at Shorelife. the pattern I keep seeing with most funds is weirdly consistent — strong thesis, solid network, but no proprietary system of record. the people, tools and ideas are never really connected, so every deal is virtually sourced from scratch. nothing compounds on itself. curious if that resonates at Shorelife or if you guys have built something different given how niche the marine space is? — Russ
hey Kimberly — no worries if the timing's off. most funds I talk to have tried some version of building origination in-house — analyst pulling from Pitchbook or Grata, maybe using ChatGPT to help qualify, dumping it into a spreadsheet. each piece kind of works, but there's no system of record tying it together. the people, tools and ideas stay disconnected so there's tonnes of wasted energy. been helping a few funds like Mentmore work through that. curious if you've hit the same wall at Shorelife? — Russ
totally get it if origination infrastructure isn't top of mind right now — most funds have 10 things ahead of it on the priority list. the funds I've seen crack it early just tend to compound deal flow in a way that's hard to replicate later. if it ever moves up the list, I'm easy to find. — Russ
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## PROSPECT INFORMATION: Name: Kimberly Funderburg Title: Purchasing Manager, Shorelife Brands Inc. Fund: Shorelife Brands Inc. Background: Kimberly Funderburg is a highly experienced procurement professional currently serving as a Purchasing Manager at Shorelife Brands Inc. (since May 2025), a venture capital and private equity firm focusing on marine trade services. In her current role, she specializes in B2B procurement strategies, streamlining supply chains, and enhancing purchasing processes using tools like Microsoft Excel to support data-driven decision-making for marine construction projects. Her background is diverse, spanning over two decades. Most recently, she was the Lead Buyer at sonnen, Inc. (2021–2024), where she managed a battery energy storage system manufacturing supply chain using SAP MM and MRP. Her eclectic career also includes serving as a Deputy Sheriff with the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, owning and managing residential investment properties as a Partner at Wiggins Spring Properties, and working as an IT Program Manager for major corporations like Accenture and BellSouth/AT&T. She holds an educational background from Kennesaw State University. Key skills include Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, SAP MM/MRP, Contract Negotiation, B2B Sales Foundations, and Team Leadership. She holds certifications in Supply Chain Foundations, Leading Diverse Teams, and is a former CrossFit Level 1 Trainer. Recent Activity and Post Quotes: September 22, 2025: Kimberly posted a direct sourcing request for shoreline projects: "I am on the hunt for top notch Rip Rap/Granite and River Rock supply companies for inland water shoreline stabilization projects in North Georgia. I am quoting for raw materials only." October 4, 2025: Commenting on leadership and feedback, she wrote: "My goal each day is to find ways to build strong bridges and create comfortable connections... Embrace the feedback by listening quietly while waiting to respond so others feel comfortable to share openly." January 11, 2026: She emphasized the nature of supplier partnerships, stating: "My strategic suppliers know that we are in a partnership. We will be growing together which means we will be assessing each others needs routinely to keep things moving forward for everyone." May 8, 2025: Regarding professional growth, she used a unique metaphor: "I always joke that I’m a sponge when it comes to learning new things. Soak up the water from that 'fire hose' of training and squeeze it out as productivity so you can absorb more." July 1, 2025: She highlighted the strategic importance of her field: "Procurement is the connective tissue that keeps strategy grounded in execution. The supply chain touches every part of the organization in some way." March 17, 2025: Praising a former manager, she reflected her own leadership philosophy: "He genuinely trusts his team to do their job and provides support for success not control. This fosters an environment of passion for your job." Fund details: - Description: Shorelife is a mid market fund focused on acquiring and building epic brands in the Marine Industry. Our portfolio companies deliver exceptional products and services that elevate your shorefront lifestyle and truly allow you, your family and your guests to get the most out of your Shorelife. - Website: https://shorelifebrands.com - Location: Gainesville, Georgia, United States - Lead qualification: Research: - Query: =Shorelife Brands Inc. Kimberly Funderburg recent investments fund thesis - Answer: Kimberly Funderburg is a Purchasing Manager at Shorelife Brands Inc., which focuses on acquiring and building marine industry brands. Recent investments include companies in mechanical contracting, IT advisory, and pediatric ABA therapy.