Mitsubishi HC Capital America Provides Asset-based Lending to The Fresh Factory
AUBURN HILLS, MI, Oct. 6, 2025 – Mitsubishi HC Capital America, a leading non-bank, non-captive finance provider in North America, recently provided a $4 million revolving asset-based line of credit to The Fresh Factory, a company focused on accelerating the growth of fresh, clean-label, plant-based food and beverage brands.
The Fresh Factory secured the line of credit for working capital and general corporate purposes. Additionally, the company is also utilizing an equipment lease structure from Mitsubishi HC Capital America to increase capacity and allow for future expansion. Located near Chicago, the company owns or partners with emerging brands in the plant-based food space to develop, manufacture, and sell products made from fresh produce and recognizable ingredients. With a new lending facility in place, the company has plans to scale operations, invest in growth opportunities, and expand its reach to deliver fresh, clean-label products.
“We are proud to support The Fresh Factory with a flexible lending solution that aligns with their mission and growth strategy,” said Mike Semanco, President and COO of the Business Finance division at Mitsubishi HC Capital America. “Our asset-based financing and equipment leasing are uniquely designed to help innovative companies like The Fresh Factory scale efficiently while maintaining the agility needed to compete in a fast-changing and dynamic market.”
“Working with Mitsubishi HC Capital America provides us with additional financial capacity to accelerate our growth plans,” said Bill Besenhofer, CEO and co-founder of The Fresh Factory. “We’re excited to have found a partner that appreciates our purpose and supports our efforts as we strategically scale our company in support of improving our country’s food system.”
About Mitsubishi HC Capital America
Mitsubishi HC Capital America, together with its affiliate Mitsubishi HC Capital Canada, provides organizations of all sizes in North America with capital and solutions to accelerate growth and achieve their goals. With more than $7 billion in assets and more than 700 employees, the company is a leading non-captive, non-bank commercial finance company in North America. Mitsubishi HC Capital America partners with equipment manufacturers, dealers and distributors, as well as end customers, in providing customized financial solutions, including transportation and commercial finance. Visit https://www.mhccna.com/en-us
About The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd.
The Fresh Factory is a vertically integrated company focused on accelerating the growth of the fresh, clean-label, plant-based food and beverage brands of tomorrow. The Fresh Factory owns or partners with emerging brands in the plant-based space to develop, manufacture, and sell products made from fresh produce and recognizable ingredients. It operates from its centrally located manufacturing facility near Chicago, serving customers across the United States. As a public benefits corporation, The Fresh Factory is ESG-focused, driven to make a lighter, greener impact on the environment and a stronger, positive impact on local communities and the food system as a whole. Learn more about The Fresh Factory at www.thefreshfactory.co and find The Fresh Factory on social media at Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.