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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 7.8% Compared to the Second Quarter of 2024, with U.S. Net Sales Up 13.7% Active Customer Growth of 3.0% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the Se

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 7.8% Compared to the Second Quarter of 2024, with U.S. Net Sales Up 13.7% Active Customer Growth of 3.0% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the Second Quarter of 2024 SAN FRANCISCO – August 6, 2025 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion bra

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 6, 2025

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 6, 2025 Registration No.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 a.k.a. Brands Hold

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2025 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form Type) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Share Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee (1) Equity Common stock, par value $0.001 per share, available for

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 27, 2025 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 10.1% Compared to the First Quarter of 2024, with U.S. Net Sales Up 14.2% Active Customer Growth of 7.8% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the Fir

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 10.1% Compared to the First Quarter of 2024, with U.S. Net Sales Up 14.2% Active Customer Growth of 7.8% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the First Quarter of 2024 SAN FRANCISCO – May 13, 2025 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion brands,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 13, 2025 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Defi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2025 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

Subsidiaries of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.

EXHIBIT 21.1 Subsidiaries of the Registrant 1.a.k.a. Brands Intermediate Holding Corp. (Delaware) 2.a.k.a. Brands Midco Holding Corp. (Delaware) 3.New Excelerate GP, Limited (Cayman Islands) 4.Excelerate, L.P. (Cayman Islands) 5.AKA Brands, Inc. (Delaware) 6.CK Holdco Pty., Ltd. (Australia) 7.CK Bidco Pty. Ltd (Australia) 8.Culture Kings Group Pty Ltd (Australia) 9.Culture Kings Las Vegas, Inc. (D

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 6.8% Compared to the Fourth Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales up 21.6% Princess Polly to Open Seven New Stores in 2025

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 6.8% Compared to the Fourth Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales up 21.6% Princess Polly to Open Seven New Stores in 2025 SAN FRANCISCO – March 6, 2025 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion brands, today announced financial results for

nsider Trading Policy

Effective September 21, 2021 INSIDER TRADING POLICY a.k.a Brands Holding Corp. PURPOSE This Insider Trading Policy (the “Policy”) provides guidelines with respect to transactions in the securities of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the “Company”) and the handling of confidential information about the Company and the companies with which the Company does business. The Company’s Board of Directors (the

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Preliminary Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Results Net Sales Increased 6.8% Compared to the Fourth Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales up 21.6% Raised Adjusted EBITDA1 Guidance to be Between $6.0 million and $6.

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Preliminary Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2024 Results Net Sales Increased 6.8% Compared to the Fourth Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales up 21.6% Raised Adjusted EBITDA1 Guidance to be Between $6.0 million and $6.2 Million in the Fourth Quarter SAN FRANCISCO – January 13, 2025 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion bra

Employment Agreement, dated January 13, 2025, by and between a.k.a. Brands, Inc. and Ciaran Long

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into and effective as of January 13, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), by and between a.

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the “Company”), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to Participant an Award of Restricted Stock Units for the number of shares of Stock set forth below (the “Award”). The Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth in this Rest

Regulation FD Disclosure, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 7, 2025 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

Employment Agreement, dated January 13, 2025, by and between a.k.a. Brands, Inc. and Kevin Grant

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into and effective as of January 13, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), by and between a.

a.k.a. Brands Names Ciaran Long Chief Executive Officer Kevin Grant to Succeed Mr. Long as Chief Financial Officer

a.k.a. Brands Names Ciaran Long Chief Executive Officer Kevin Grant to Succeed Mr. Long as Chief Financial Officer SAN FRANCISCO (January 13, 2025) – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a portfolio of next generation fashion brands, today announced that Ciaran Long has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Long has held the joint role of Interim Chief Executive Of

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 6.4% Compared to the Third Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales Up 19.5% Active Customer Growth of 14.1% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the Thi

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 6.4% Compared to the Third Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales Up 19.5% Active Customer Growth of 14.1% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the Third Quarter of 2023 Princess Polly to Open NYC Store in Soho in Early 2025 SAN FRANCISCO – November 7, 2024 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 9.5% Compared to the Second Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales Up 19.3% Active Customer Growth of 11.7% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the S

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results Net Sales Increased 9.5% Compared to the Second Quarter of 2023, with U.S. Net Sales Up 19.3% Active Customer Growth of 11.7% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the Second Quarter of 2023 On Track to Open Five Princess Polly Stores in 2024 SAN FRANCISCO – August 7, 2024 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (N

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form Type) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered1 Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Share2 Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common stock, par value $0.001 per share, available for is

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2024 Registration No.

Amendment No. 2 to the a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on May 28, 2024).

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. 2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN THIS AMENDMENT NO. 2 to the a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (this “Amendment No. 2”) is made as of May 22, 2024, by a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation, and its successors by operation of law (the “Company”), to be effective as set forth herein. WHEREAS, the Company m

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 22, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 15, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Defi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2024 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results U.S. Net Sales Grew 6% Compared to the First Quarter of 2023 Active Customer Growth of 5.5% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the First Quarter of 2023 Strengthened B

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results U.S. Net Sales Grew 6% Compared to the First Quarter of 2023 Active Customer Growth of 5.5% on a Trailing Twelve-Month Basis Compared to the First Quarter of 2023 Strengthened Balance Sheet Year-over-Year Through Inventory Reduction of 19% and Debt Reduction of 22% On Track to Open Three Princess Polly Stores in

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Defi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Defi

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 12, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

, dated April 12, 2024, by and between a.k.a. Brands, Inc. and Kenneth C. White

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of April 12, 2024, and effective as of June 6, 2022 (the “Effective Date”), by and between a.

Letter from PricewaterhouseCoopers, an Australian partnership, to the Securities and Exchange Commission, dated March 14, 2024.

14 March 2024 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Commissioners: We have read the statements made by a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (copy attached), which we understand will be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, pursuant to Item 4.01 of Form 8-K of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. dated 11 March 2024. We agree with the statements concerning our Firm c

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 11, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 7, 2024 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Executive Incentive Compensation Recoupment Policy

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Executive Incentive Compensation Recoupment Policy (Adopted November 27, 2023) INTRODUCTION The board of directors (the “Board”) of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the “Company”) has determined that it is in the best interests of the Company to adopt a policy (the “Policy”) providing for the Company’s recoupment of “Erroneously Awarded Incentive-Based Compensation” (as def

Subsidiaries of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.

EXHIBIT 21.1 Subsidiaries of the Registrant 1.a.k.a. Brands Intermediate Holding Corp. (Delaware) 2.a.k.a. Brands Midco Holding Corp. (Delaware) 3.New Excelerate GP, Limited (Cayman Islands) 4.Excelerate, L.P. (Cayman Islands) 5.AKA Brands, Inc. (Delaware) 6.CK Holdco Pty., Ltd. (Australia) 7.CK Bidco Pty. Ltd (Australia) 8.CK Holdings LP (Cayman Islands) 9.Culture Kings Group Pty Ltd (Australia)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results U.S. Net Sales Grew ~12% Compared to the Fourth Quarter of 2022 Strengthened Balance Sheet Through $50.7 Million Debt Paydown in FY23 Scaling Omnichannel Strategy

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results U.S. Net Sales Grew ~12% Compared to the Fourth Quarter of 2022 Strengthened Balance Sheet Through $50.7 Million Debt Paydown in FY23 Scaling Omnichannel Strategy through Additional Stores, Marketplace and Wholesale Opportunities in 2024 SAN FRANCISCO – March 7, 2024 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Increase to Share Repurchase Program

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Increase to Share Repurchase Program SAN FRANCISCO, CA / December 18, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of next generation fashion brands, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized an increase of $3 million to its share repurchase program (the “Share Repurchase Program”), thereby increasing the total amount au

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 18, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

ffer Letter, dated November 7, 2023, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Jill Ramsey

November 7, 2023 PERSONAL & CONFIDENTIAL Ms. Jill Ramsey 65 Shore View Ave. San Francisco, CA 94121 Via Email Only: Dear Jill, It is with great pleasure that we extend you an opportunity to continue working with a.k.a. Brands (Excelerate US, Inc. or the “Company”) team in the new position of Strategic Advisor to the CEO. You will report directly to the CEO based at 100 Montgomery, Suite 2270, San

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Ho

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 8, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results U.S. Net Sales Grew 2% Compared to the Third Quarter of 2022 Strengthens Balance Sheet Through Inventory Reduction and $13.4 Million Debt Paydown Princess Polly Store in Los Ang

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results U.S. Net Sales Grew 2% Compared to the Third Quarter of 2022 Strengthens Balance Sheet Through Inventory Reduction and $13.4 Million Debt Paydown Princess Polly Store in Los Angeles Outperforming Expectations After Strong September Opening SAN FRANCISCO – November 8, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA)

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Table Form S-8 (Form Type) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation Rule Amount Registered1 Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Share Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Fee Rate Amount of Registration Fee Equity Common stock, par value $0.001 per share Rule 457(h) 1,186,

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 4, 2023

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 4, 2023 Registration No.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 2, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

Certificate of Amendment to the Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., filed with the Delaware Secretary of State on September 25, 2023 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.'s Current Report on Form 8-K (File No. 001-40828) filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 29, 2023).

CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF A.

Regulation FD Disclosure, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 25, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Com

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Effectiveness of Previously Announced Reverse Stock Split

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Effectiveness of Previously Announced Reverse Stock Split SAN FRANCISCO – September 29, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of next generation fashion brands, today announced the effectiveness of the reverse stock split contemplated by the certificate of amendment (the “Amendment”) to its amended and restated certificate of inco

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Information Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) ☒ Definitive Information Statement a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Name of Registrant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14C Information Statement Pursuant to Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Check the appropriate box: ☒ Preliminary Information Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14c-5(d)(2)) ☐ Definitive Information Statement a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Name of Registrant

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results Strengthens Balance Sheet Through Inventory Reduction and $12.5 Million Debt Paydown Expands Princess Polly Wholesale Partnership with PacSun

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2023 Financial Results Strengthens Balance Sheet Through Inventory Reduction and $12.5 Million Debt Paydown Expands Princess Polly Wholesale Partnership with PacSun SAN FRANCISCO – August 9, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of next generation fashion brands, today announced financial results for the

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 9, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holdin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Share Repurchase Program

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Share Repurchase Program SAN FRANCISCO – June 6, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of next generation fashion brands, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program. Pursuant to the Share Repurchase Program, the company is authorized to repurchase up to $2 million of shares of the company

Amendment No. 1 to the a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Commission on May 30, 2023).

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. 2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 to the a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (this “Amendment No. 1”) is made as of May 25, 2023, by a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation, and its successors by operation of law (the “Company”), to be effective as set forth herein. WHEREAS, the Company m

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holdin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results First Quarter Results Exceed Expectations and Company Raises Full Year Outlook Inventory Down 7% Year-Over-Year and Down 11% Since the End of Fiscal 2022

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results First Quarter Results Exceed Expectations and Company Raises Full Year Outlook Inventory Down 7% Year-Over-Year and Down 11% Since the End of Fiscal 2022 SAN FRANCISCO – May 10, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of next generation fashion brands, today announced financial results

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  )

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.  ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box:  ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement  ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rul

Regulation FD Disclosure, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 12, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commiss

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Preliminary Unaudited First Quarter 2023 Results Preliminary Unaudited First Quarter 2023 Results Exceed Expectations Company Receives Non-Compliance Notice from NYSE

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Preliminary Unaudited First Quarter 2023 Results Preliminary Unaudited First Quarter 2023 Results Exceed Expectations Company Receives Non-Compliance Notice from NYSE SAN FRANCISCO, CA April 18, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA) (the “Company”) today announced preliminary unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 3

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holdi

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2023 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results Full Year 2022 Net Sales Grew 9% to $612 Million Dollars Company Announces Omnichannel Initiatives for 2023 Ended the Quarter with an Improved Inventory Position;

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Financial Results Full Year 2022 Net Sales Grew 9% to $612 Million Dollars Company Announces Omnichannel Initiatives for 2023 Ended the Quarter with an Improved Inventory Position; Up 9% Year over Year, Down 8% Sequentially SAN FRANCISCO – March 9, 2023 – a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator

Subsidiaries of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.

EXHIBIT 21.1 Subsidiaries of the Registrant 1.a.k.a. Brands Intermediate Holding Corp. (Delaware) 2.a.k.a. Brands Midco Holding Corp. (Delaware) 3.New Excelerate GP, Limited (Cayman Islands) 4.Excelerate, L.P. (Cayman Islands) 5.AKA Brands, Inc. (Delaware) 6.CK Holdco Pty., Ltd. (Australia) 7.CK Bidco Pty. Ltd (Australia) 8.CK Holdings LP (Cayman Islands) 9.Culture Kings Group Pty Ltd (Australia)

Employment Agreement, dated April 8, 2021, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Ciaran Long

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of April 8, 2021, and effective as of April 8, 2021 (the “Effective Date”), by and between a.

Description of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.’s securities

EXHIBIT 4.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT’S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 The following is a description of the common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “common stock”) of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., which is the only security of the Company registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchang

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 10, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2022 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results Culture Kings Reimagines In-Store Retail with Its First U.S. Flagship Store in Las Vegas Active Customers1 Increased 23% on an LTM Basis Compared to the Same Period Last Year

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results Culture Kings Reimagines In-Store Retail with Its First U.S. Flagship Store in Las Vegas Active Customers1 Increased 23% on an LTM Basis Compared to the Same Period Last Year SAN FRANCISCO ? November 10, 2022 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of next generation fashion brands, today a

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 10, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commis

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results Net Sales Grew 6% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021; 11%1 in Constant Currency U.S. Net Sales Grew 16% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021 Active Customer

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results Net Sales Grew 6% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021; 11%1 in Constant Currency U.S. Net Sales Grew 16% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021 Active Customers2 Increased 34% on a LTM Basis Compared to the Same Period Last Year SAN FRANCISCO ? August 10, 2022 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Preliminary Unaudited Second Quarter Results Net Sales Grew 6% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021; 11%1 in Constant Currency U.S. Net Sales Grew 16% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021 Active

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Preliminary Unaudited Second Quarter Results Net Sales Grew 6% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021; 11%1 in Constant Currency U.S. Net Sales Grew 16% Compared to the Second Quarter of Fiscal 2021 Active Customers2 Increased 34% on a LTM Basis Compared to the Same Period Last Year SAN FRANCISCO ? July 21, 2022 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA)

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 21, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 1, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 1, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2022 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissio

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports First Quarter 2022 Financial Results SAN FRANCISCO ? May 10, 2022 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of direct-to-consumer (DTC) fashion brands for the next generation, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022. Results for the First Quarter ?Net sales increased 115.6% to $148.3 million,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? ? ? ? ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? ? ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEF 14A 1 edge20002930x2def14a.htm DEF 14A TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant  ☐ Check the appropriate box:  ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement  ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission

Description of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.’s securities

EXHIBIT 4.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT?S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 The following is a description of the common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the ?common stock?) of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., which is the only security of the Company registered pursuant to Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the ?Exchang

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 001-40

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 1, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commissi

Subsidiaries of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.

EXHIBIT 21.1 Subsidiaries of the Registrant 1.a.k.a. Brands Intermediate Holding Corp. (Delaware) 2.a.k.a. Brands Midco Holding Corp. (Delaware) 3.New Excelerate GP, Limited (Cayman Islands) 4.Excelerate, L.P. (Cayman Islands) 5.CK Holdco Pty., Ltd. (Australia) 6.CK Bidco Pty. Ltd (Australia) 7.CK Holdings LP (Cayman Islands) 8.Culture Kings Group Pty Ltd (Australia) 9.Culture Kings Pty Ltd (Austr

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Financial Results SAN FRANCISCO ? March 1, 2022 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of direct-to-consumer (DTC) fashion brands for the next-generation, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2021. Results for the Fourth Quarter ?Net sales

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT A JOINT FILING AGREEMENT This will confirm the agreement by and among the undersigned that the Schedule 13G filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about the date hereof with respect to the beneficial ownership by the undersigned of the shares of Common Stock, par value $0.

AKA / a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp / A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. )* a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 00152K101 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the Appropriate Box to Designate

AKA / a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp / A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. )* a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 00152K101 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the Appropriate Box to Designate

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT A JOINT FILING AGREEMENT This will confirm the agreement by and among the undersigned that the Schedule 13G filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about the date hereof with respect to the beneficial ownership by the undersigned of the Common Stock, par value $0.

POWER OF ATTORNEY

EXHIBIT B POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each person whose signature appears below hereby constitutes and appoints Adam H.

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT A JOINT FILING AGREEMENT This will confirm the agreement by and among the undersigned that the Schedule 13G filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on or about the date hereof with respect to the beneficial ownership by the undersigned of the shares of Common Stock, par value $0.

AKA / a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp / SUMMIT PARTNERS L P - SC 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Amendment No. )* a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 00152K101 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2021 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the Appropriate Box to Designate

Exhibit 10.1 - Severance Agreement and General Release of Claims, effective as of January 31, 2022, by and between the Company and Jonathan Harvey

SEVERANCE AGREEMENT AND GENERAL RELEASE OF CLAIMS This Severance Agreement and General Release of Claims (hereinafter ?Agreement?) is made and entered into between a.

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 24, 2022 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Expansion of Board of Directors with Appointments of Simon Beard and Ilene Eskenazi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Expansion of Board of Directors with Appointments of Simon Beard and Ilene Eskenazi SAN FRANCISCO ? January 4, 2022 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of direct-to-consumer (DTC) fashion brands for the next-generation, today announced the appointment of Simon Beard and Ilene Eskenazi to its Board of Directors effective December 31,

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 31, 2021 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Comm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2021 OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2021 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2021 Financial Results SAN FRANCISCO ? November 9, 2021 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (NYSE: AKA), a brand accelerator of direct-to-consumer (DTC) fashion brands for the next-generation, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2021. Results for the Third Quarter ?Net sales increased 155.4% to $161.8

Amended and Restated Bylaws of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., effective September 21, 2021

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED & RESTATED BYLAWS OF A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. A Delaware corporation (Adopted as of September 21, 2021) ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. Offices. a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the ?Corporation?) may have an office or offices other than its registered office at such place or places, either within or outside the State of Delaware, as the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the ?

Registration Rights Agreement, dated September 24, 2021, by and among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. and the other signatories party thereto

Exhibit 4.1 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT THIS REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made as of September 24, 2021 among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp, a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), each of the investors listed on the signature pages hereto under the caption ?Sponsor Investors? (collectively, the ?Sponsor Investors?), each Person listed on the signa

Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., filed with the Delaware Secretary of State on September 21, 2021

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. *** Ciaran Long, being the Chief Financial Officer of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a corporation duly organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the ?Corporation?), DOES HEREBY CERTIFY as follows: FIRST: The present name of the Corporation is a.k.a.

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering

Exhibit 99.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering SAN FRANCISCO ? September 21, 2021 ? a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (?a.k.a. Brands? or the ?Company?) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of its common stock. The Company is offering 10,000,000 shares of its common stock at a price to the public of $11.00 per share for gross proceeds of $110,

Director Nomination Agreement, dated as of September 24, 2021, by and among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. and the other signatories party thereto

Exhibit 10.1 DIRECTOR NOMINATION AGREEMENT THIS DIRECTOR NOMINATION AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of September 24, 2021, by and among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), New Excelerate, L.P., Summit Partners, L.P., Summit Partners GE IX AIV, Ltd., Summit Partners GE IX AIV, L.P., Summit Partners Growth Equity Fund IX- B AIV, L.P., Summit

Underwriting Agreement, dated as of September 21, 2021, among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. and BofA Securities, Inc., Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC and Jefferies LLC, as representatives for the underwriters named therein.

EX-1.1 2 d194413dex11.htm EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. (A Delaware corporation) 10,000,000 Shares of Common Stock UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT Dated: September 21, 2021 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. (A Delaware corporation) 10,000,000 Shares of Common Stock UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT September 21, 2021 BofA Securities, Inc. Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC Jefferies LLC as Representatives

Syndicated Facility Agreement, dated as of September 24, 2021, by and among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., KeyBank National Association and the other signatories party thereto

Exhibit 10.2 EXECUTION VERSION SYNDICATED FACILITY AGREEMENT Dated as of September 24, 2021 among A.K.A. BRANDS MIDCO HOLDING CORP., as the Lead Borrower, A.K.A. BRANDS INTERMEDIATE HOLDING CORP., as Holdings, THE OTHER BORROWERS PARTY HERETO FROM TIME TO TIME, KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Administrative Agent and Collateral Agent and THE LENDERS PARTY HERETO KEYBANC CAPITAL MARKETS INC. and W

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d194413d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 21, 2021 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-40828 87-0970919 (State or other jurisdicti

Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement

Exhibit 10.2 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. STOCK OPTION GRANT NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the ?Company?), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?), hereby grants to Participant an option to purchase the number of shares of the Company?s Stock set forth below (the ?Award?). The Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth in th

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 23, 2021

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 23, 2021 Registration No.

Form of Restricted Stock Agreement

Exhibit 10.4 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. RESTRICTED STOCK NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the ?Company?), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?), hereby grants to Participant an Award of the number of shares of Restricted Stock set forth below (the ?Restricted Shares? or ?Award?). The Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set for

10,000,000 SHARES Common Stock

424B4 1 d191500d424b4.htm 424B4 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(4) Registration No. 333-259028 10,000,000 SHARES Common Stock This is the initial public offering of shares of common stock of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. We are offering 10,000,000 shares of our common stock. No public market currently exists for our common stock. The initial public offering price is $11.00 per share.

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Exhibit 10.5 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN ARTICLE I. PURPOSE, SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN 1.1 Purpose and Scope. The purpose of the a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as it may be amended from time to time (the ?Plan?), is to assist employees of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and its Designa

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement

Exhibit 10.3 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the ?Company?), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?), hereby grants to Participant an Award of Restricted Stock Units for the number of shares of Stock set forth below (the ?Award?). The Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.1 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Plan is to assist the Company in attracting, retaining, motivating, and rewarding certain employees, officers, directors, and consultants of the Company and its Affiliates and promoting the creation of long-term value for stockholders of the Company by closely aligning the interests of such individu

a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Free Writing Prospectus

FWP 1 d217305dfwp.htm FWP Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 under the Securities Act of 1933 Free Writing Prospectus dated September 21, 2021 Relating to Preliminary Prospectus dated September 21, 2021 Registration Statement No. 333-259028 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Free Writing Prospectus This free writing prospectus relates to the initial public offering of shares of common stock of a.k.a. Brands Hold

Registration Statement on Form 8-A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 87-0970919 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 100 Montgo

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 21, 2021

S-1/A 1 d191500ds1a.htm S-1/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 21, 2021 Registration No. 333-259028 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 5

James S. Rowe To Call Writer Directly: +1 312 862 2191

James S. Rowe To Call Writer Directly: +1 312 862 2191 [email protected] 300 North LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654 United States +1 312 862 2000 www.kirkland.com Facsimile: +1 312 862 2200 September 20, 2021 Via EDGAR Submission United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Trade & Services 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Blaise Rho

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 20, 2021

S-1/A 1 d191500ds1a.htm S-1/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 20, 2021 Registration No. 333-259028 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO FORM S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 5

[BofA Securities, Inc. Signature Page to Underwriter’s Acceleration Request]

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm BofA Securities, Inc. One Bryant Park New York, New York 10036 Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC Eleven Madison Avenue New York, New York 10010 Jefferies LLC 520 Madison Avenue New York, New York 10022 September 17, 2021 Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. Registration

September 17, 2021

100 Montgomery Street, Suite 1600 San Francisco, California 94104 September 17, 2021 VIA EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Trade & Services 100 F Street, N.

Form of Underwriting Agreement

EX-1.1 2 d191500dex11.htm EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. (A Delaware corporation) [●] Shares of Common Stock UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT Dated: [●], 2021 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. (A Delaware corporation) [●] Shares of Common Stock UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT [●], 2021 BofA Securities, Inc. Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC Jefferies LLC as Representatives of the several Underwriters c/o

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2021

S-1/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2021 Registration No.

300 North LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654 James S. Rowe United States To Call Writer Directly: Facsimile: +1 312 862 2191 +1 312 862 2000 +1 312 862 2200 [email protected] www.kirkland.com September 13, 2021

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm 300 North LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654 James S. Rowe United States To Call Writer Directly: Facsimile: +1 312 862 2191 +1 312 862 2000 +1 312 862 2200 [email protected] www.kirkland.com September 13, 2021 Via EDGAR Submission United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Trade & Services 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 205

James S. Rowe To Call Writer Directly: +312 862 2191

James S. Rowe To Call Writer Directly: +312 862 2191 [email protected] 300 North LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654 United States +1 312 862 2000 www.kirkland.com Facsimile: +1 312 862 2200 September 7, 2021 Via EDGAR Submission United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Trade & Services 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attention: Blaise Rhodes

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 7, 2021

S-1/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 7, 2021 Registration No.

Form of Director Nomination Agreement

Exhibit 10.4 DIRECTOR NOMINATION AGREEMENT THIS DIRECTOR NOMINATION AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of [?], 2021, by and among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), New Excelerate, L.P., Summit Partners, L.P., Summit Partners GE IX AIV, Ltd., Summit Partners GE IX AIV, L.P., Summit Partners Growth Equity Fund IX-B AIV, L.P., Summit Partners G

Subsidiaries of the registrant

EX-21.1 22 d191500dex211.htm EX-21.1 EXHIBIT 21.1 Subsidiaries of the Registrant* 1. a.k.a. Brands Intermediate Holding Corp. (Delaware) 2. a.k.a. Brands Midco Holding Corp. (Delaware) 3. New Excelerate GP, Limited (Cayman Islands) 4. Excelerate, L.P. (Cayman Islands) 5. CK Holdco Pty., Ltd. (Australia) 6. CK Bidco Pty. Ltd (Australia) 7. CK Holdings LP (Cayman Islands) 8. Culture Kings Group Pty

Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259028), filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 24, 2021).

Exhibit 10.6 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the ?Company?), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the ?Plan?), hereby grants to Participant an Award of Restricted Stock Units for the number of shares of Stock set forth below (the ?Award?). The Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth

Consent of Kelly Thompson

EX-99.5 29 d191500dex995.htm EX-99.5 Exhibit 99.5 The undersigned hereby consents to being named in the registration statement on Form S-1 and in all subsequent amendments and post-effective amendments or supplements thereto and in any registration statement for the same offering that is to be effective upon filing pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Registra

Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259028), filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 24, 2021).

Exhibit 10.7 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. STOCK OPTION GRANT NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the “Company”), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to Participant an option to purchase the number of shares of the Company’s Stock set forth below (the “Award”). The Award is subject to all of the terms and conditions as set forth in th

Employment Agreement, dated June 1, 2019, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Jonathan Harvey

Exhibit 10.11 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is made and entered into as of as of June 1, 2019, and effective as of June 3, 2019 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Excelerate US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and Jonathan Harvey (?Executive?). Certain terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meaning set forth in Section 9. In

Employment Agreement, dated April 21, 2020, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Jill Ramsey

Exhibit 10.10 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this ?Agreement?) is entered into as of April 21, 2020, and effective as of May 4, 2020 (the ?Effective Date?), by and between Excelerate US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and Jill Ramsey (?Executive?). Certain terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meaning set forth in Section 9. WHEREAS, the Company

Consent of Matthew Hamilton

Exhibit 99.3 The undersigned hereby consents to being named in the registration statement on Form S-1 and in all subsequent amendments and post-effective amendments or supplements thereto and in any registration statement for the same offering that is to be effective upon filing pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the ?Registration Statement?) of a.k.a. Brands Hol

Letter Agreement, dated November 18, 2019, by and between Excelerate, L.P. and Kelly Thompson

EX-10.18 21 d191500dex1018.htm EX-10.18 Exhibit 10.18 November 18, 2019 Kelly Thompson [*****] Dear Kelly: On behalf of my fellow Board members, I am pleased to extend to you a formal offer to serve on the Board of Managers of Excelerate L.P. (“Excelerate” or the “Company”) and the governing boards of its subsidiaries. In return for your services, you will receive annual cash compensation of $25,0

Form of Indemnification Agreement between a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. and its directors and officers

Exhibit 10.3 INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT THIS INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of [ ], 2021 between a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and [ ] (“Indemnitee”). WHEREAS, highly competent persons have become more reluctant to serve corporations as directors or officers or in other capacities unless they are provided with adequate

Consent of Myles McCormick

Exhibit 99.4 The undersigned hereby consents to being named in the registration statement on Form S-1 and in all subsequent amendments and post-effective amendments or supplements thereto and in any registration statement for the same offering that is to be effective upon filing pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Registration Statement”) of a.k.a. Brands Hol

Employment Agreement, dated September 20, 2018, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Shih-Fong Wang

Exhibit 10.15 EXECUTION VERSION EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of as of September 20, 2018, and effective as of September 24, 2018 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Excelerate US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and Shih-Fong Wang (“Executive”). Certain terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meani

Consent of Christopher Dean

Exhibit 99.2 The undersigned hereby consents to being named in the registration statement on Form S-1 and in all subsequent amendments and post-effective amendments or supplements thereto and in any registration statement for the same offering that is to be effective upon filing pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the ?Registration Statement?) of a.k.a. Brands Hol

Letter Agreement, dated September 25, 2020, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Don Allen

Exhibit 10.14 EXECUTION VERSION ** CONFIDENTIAL ** September 25, 2020 Don Allen [*****] Re: Separation Letter Agreement Dear Don: This letter agreement (this “Letter Agreement”) confirms our understanding regarding your separation from employment with Excelerate US, Inc. (the “Company”). 1. Separation Overview. to you that your last day of employment with the Company and your employment separation

Letter Agreement, dated December 23, 2020, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Shih-Fong Wang

Exhibit 10.17 December 23, 2020 Re: Amendment to Transition Letter Agreement Dear Shih-Fong, This letter agreement is intended to memorialize our discussions regarding the amendment of that certain Transition Letter Agreement (the “Agreement”), dated October 14, 2020, by and between you, Excelerate US, Inc., and Excelerate, L.P. (“Excelerate”). Capitalized terms used but not defined herein shall h

Form of Restricted Stock Agreement (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.8 to a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp.’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259028), filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 24, 2021).

EX-10.8 11 d191500dex108.htm EX-10.8 Exhibit 10.8 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. RESTRICTED STOCK NOTICE (2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN) a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the “Company”), pursuant to its 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the “Plan”), hereby grants to Participant an Award of the number of shares of Restricted Stock set forth below (the “Restricted Shares” or “Award”). The Award is subject to all o

Employment Agreement, dated June 10, 2019, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Don Allen

Exhibit 10.13 Execution Version EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of as of June 10, 2019, and effective as of June 10, 2019 (the “Effective Date”), by and between Excel erate US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and Don Allen (“Executive”). Certain terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meaning set forth i

Form of the 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan

Exhibit 10.5 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 OMNIBUS INCENTIVE PLAN 1. Purpose. The purpose of the Plan is to assist the Company in attracting, retaining, motivating, and rewarding certain employees, officers, directors, and consultants of the Company and its Affiliates and promoting the creation of long-term value for stockholders of the Company by closely aligning the interests of such individu

Syndicated Facility Agreement, dated March 31, 2021, by and among Polly Holdco Pty Ltd, Excelerate, L.P., DBFLF EXCL ADMN LLC, and the lenders party thereto

Exhibit 10.4 Execution Version SYNDICATED FACILITY AGREEMENT Dated as of March 31, 2021 among POLLY HOLDCO PTY LTD, as the Borrower, EXCELERATE, L.P., as Holdings, DBFLF EXCL ADMN LLC, as Administrative Agent, Collateral Agent and Lead Arranger, and THE LENDERS PARTY HERETO TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS AND ACCOUNTING TERMS 1 Section 1.01 Defined Terms 1 Section 1.02 Other Interpret

Form of Registration Rights Agreement by and among the registrant and the stockholders party thereto

Exhibit 10.1 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT THIS REGISTRATION RIGHTS AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made as of [•], 2021 among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp, a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), each of the investors listed on the signature pages hereto under the caption “Sponsor Investors” (collectively, the “Sponsor Investors”), each Person listed on the signature pag

Consent of Wesley Bryett

Exhibit 99.1 The undersigned hereby consents to being named in the registration statement on Form S-1 and in all subsequent amendments and post-effective amendments or supplements thereto and in any registration statement for the same offering that is to be effective upon filing pursuant to Rule 462(b) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the ?Registration Statement?) of a.k.a. Brands Hol

Form of Amended and Restated Bylaws of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259028), filed with the Commission on August 24, 2021)

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED & RESTATED BYLAWS OF A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. A Delaware corporation (Adopted as of [?], 2021) ARTICLE I OFFICES Section 1. Offices. a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (the ?Corporation?) may have an office or offices other than its registered office at such place or places, either within or outside the State of Delaware, as the Board of Directors of the Corporation (the ?Board of

Form of Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-259028), filed with the Commission on August 24, 2021)

Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDING CORP. * * * * * Ciaran Long, being the Chief Financial Officer of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a corporation duly organized and existing under and by virtue of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the ?Corporation?), DOES HEREBY CERTIFY as follows: FIRST: The present name of the Corporation is a

Letter Agreement, dated October 14, 2020, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Shih-Fong Wang

Exhibit 10.16 FOR EXECUTION 10/12/2020 ** CONFIDENTIAL ** October 14, 2020 Shih-Fong Wang [*****] October 14, Re: Transition Letter Agreement Dear Shih-Fong: This letter agreement (this ?Letter Agreement?) confirms our understanding regarding your transition within and separation from employment with Excelerate US, Inc. (the ?Company?). Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall

Stockholders Agreement, dated June 23, 2021, by and among a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., New Excelerate, L.P., and certain other equityholders of the Registrant party thereto

Exhibit 10.2 A.K.A. BRANDS HOLDINGS CORP. STOCKHOLDERS AGREEMENT THIS STOCKHOLDERS AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), dated as of June 23, 2021, is made by and among a.k.a. Brands Holdings Corp., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), New Excelerate, L.P., a Cayman exempted limited partnership (the “Sponsor”), certain equityholders of the Company (the “Management Stockholders”), and the Summit Investo

Form of 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Program

Exhibit 10.9 a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLAN ARTICLE I. PURPOSE, SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE PLAN 1.1 Purpose and Scope. The purpose of the a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. 2021 Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as it may be amended from time to time (the ?Plan?), is to assist employees of a.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., a Delaware corporation (the ?Company?), and its Designa

Powers of Attorney

S-1 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 23, 2021 Registration No.

Employment Agreement, dated October 15, 2020, by and between Excelerate US, Inc. and Michael Trembley

Exhibit 10.12 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of as of October 15, 2020, and effective as of September 14, 2020, (the “Effective Date”), by and between Excelerate US, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and Michael Trembley (“Executive”). Certain terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the meaning set forth in S

James S. Rowe To Call Writer Directly: +1 312 862 2191 [email protected] 300 North LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654 United States +1 312 862 2000 www.kirkland.com Facsimile: +1 312 862 2200 August 23, 2021

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm James S. Rowe To Call Writer Directly: +1 312 862 2191 [email protected] 300 North LaSalle Chicago, IL 60654 United States +1 312 862 2000 www.kirkland.com Facsimile: +1 312 862 2200 August 23, 2021 Via EDGAR Submission United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Trade & Services 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549

Amendment No. 1 to confidential draft submission As submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 3, 2021 pursuant to the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 This draft registration statement has not been publicly filed with t

Table of Contents Amendment No. 1 to confidential draft submission As submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 3, 2021 pursuant to the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 This draft registration statement has not been publicly filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and all information herein remains strictly confidential. Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES

August 3, 2021

August 3, 2021 Via EDGAR Submission United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance Office of Trade & Services 100 F Street, N.

As submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 23, 2021 pursuant to the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 This draft registration statement has not been publicly filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and all info

DRS 1 filename1.htm Table of Contents As submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 23, 2021 pursuant to the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act of 2012 This draft registration statement has not been publicly filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and all information herein remains strictly confidential. Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMIS