SUJA LIFE, INC. Finalizes IPO and Establishes Post-Public Corporate Structure

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Suja Life, Inc. announced the closing of its IPO, detailing the underwriting agreement, a Tax Receivable Agreement, an Exchange Agreement for LP Units, new corporate governance, and an amended credit facility, all establishing its post-public structure.

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• IPO Successfully Closed

  The company confirmed the closing of its initial public offering on May 8, 2026, selling 8,888,889 shares of Class A Common Stock at $21.00 per share. Underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 1,333,333 shares.

• Tax Receivable Agreement (TRA) Executed

  A Tax Receivable Agreement was entered into, obligating the company to pay 85% of certain tax benefits (including Blocker Attributes, IPO Basis, Exchange Transferred Basis, Basis Adjustments, and Imputed Interest) to pre-IPO equity holders (Rights Holders). This represents a significant future financial liability.

• Exchange Agreement for LP Units Established

  An Exchange Agreement was finalized, allowing Series A Unitholders to exchange their Series A Units (and corresponding Class V Common Stock) for Class A Common Stock or cash. This mechanism provides liquidity for pre-IPO holders and introduces potential future dilution for public shareholders.

• New Corporate Governance Structure Implemented

  The company appointed seven directors and adopted an Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws. These documents establish a classified board, grant the Principal Stockholder significant board designation rights, include corporate opportunity renunciation provisions, and outline specific business combination rules, opting out of Delaware General Corporation Law Section 203.

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This 8-K confirms the successful closing of Suja Life, Inc.'s initial public offering (IPO) on May 8, 2026, with the sale of 8,888,889 Class A Common Stock shares at $21.00 each. This filing provides the definitive legal framework for the company's post-public operations. Key agreements include a Tax Receivable Agreement (TRA) obligating the company to pay 85% of certain tax benefits to pre-IPO equity holders, and an Exchange Agreement allowing these holders to convert their Series A Units into Class A Common Stock, creating potential future dilution. The company also adopted new corporate governance documents, including a classified board and provisions for the Principal Stockholder to maintain significant influence, and amended its credit agreement to facilitate the IPO, which involved the release of certain subsidiaries from guarantees. These structural and financial arrangements are typical for a private equity-backed company going public, balancing the benefits of capital infusion with future obligations and control considerations.