NewBound Venture Capital

Established in 2018, NewBound Venture Capital is a consumer-focused venture capital firm specializing in investments at the seed and series A levels.

Michael Hoffman

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

27 past transactions

Greyson Clothiers

Series A in 2025
Greyson Clothiers, headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, is a lifestyle and performance apparel company. Founded by Charlie Schaefer, a former SVP of design at Ralph Lauren, the company creates stylish and functional clothing for modern lifestyles, with a focus on designer golf, lifestyle, and activewear.

Siprocal

Series B in 2023
Siprocal operates a gaming distribution platform with direct audience access and insights, serving operators, advertisers, app developers, and marketing services across North America, Latin America, and Brazil.

Buzzer

Series A in 2023
Buzzer Media Inc., established in 2020 and headquartered in New York, specializes in a live sports streaming platform. It offers a mobile-based service, also named Buzzer, which aggregates sports content and rights, sends custom notifications, and provides subscription services. The company's technology supports partners' direct-to-consumer platforms, making them more efficient, personalized, and cost-effective, catering to a content-saturated and evolving consumer environment.

Explorer Cold Brew

Seed Round in 2023
Explorer Cold Brew is a specialty coffee company that produces cold brew concentrates. Its products are designed to let consumers prepare customized beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos, cocktails, smoothies, and more, by providing concentrates with varying caffeine levels. The portfolio also includes chai concentrate and flavor enhancers, enabling consumers to tailor flavor and strength. The company offers home delivery, allowing customers to receive concentrates and mix drinks at their convenience.

Mother Science

Seed Round in 2022
Mother Science is an innovative biotech beauty brand focused on developing advanced skincare treatments. The company creates a range of products aimed at improving the overall appearance of the skin, including non-medicated skincare preparations, sunscreen, hair care, and body care products. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and scientific research, Mother Science aims to provide users with effective solutions for achieving clear and glowing skin.

Vyng

Venture Round in 2022
Vyng Inc. is a mobile technology company that creates a visual caller ID platform and video ringtone application. Its software replaces traditional dialers by displaying videos, animations, and stickers for incoming calls, allowing users to recognize unknown callers and engage in richer conversations. The platform also offers advanced calling and messaging features for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Vyng has delivered over four billion videos in more than 170 countries since 2018. The company has raised $7 million in funding from investors such as March Capital, Omidyar Network, a Sequoia Capital partner, and the founders of Giphy and GroupMe.

StellarAlgo

Series A in 2021
StellarAlgo is a cloud-based data platform for sports and entertainment organizations. It helps clients organize, analyze, and leverage data from live audiences and fans to inform business decisions and enhance experiences. The platform uses machine learning to make data actionable, supporting cohesive, data-driven decision making. It enables rapid, cost-effective organization and analysis of data needed to improve engagement and outcomes for properties such as sports teams, venues, museums, and concerts. The company is based in Calgary, Canada.

Fernish

Series B in 2021
Fernish is a furniture rental startup based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2017 by Michael Barlow and Lucas Dickey. The company provides furniture and decor rental services through a subscription model, catering to consumers with a mobile lifestyle. Fernish aims to redefine the furniture rental market by positioning itself as a lifestyle brand. It offers a flexible marketplace where customers can rent entire rooms or individual pieces, with the option to swap items as desired. Additionally, Fernish features a rent-to-own program, allowing subscribers to apply their rental payments toward the purchase of furniture at the end of their subscription period. This approach enables customers to enjoy quality furnishings while adapting to their changing needs.

Yai's Thai

Series A in 2021
Yai’s Thai is a fast-growing food company specializing in authentic Thai-inspired sauces. They offer a range of products including Thai Coconut Curries, Thai Salsa, and hot sauces, all made with simple, natural ingredients that are paleo-friendly, gluten-free, low sodium, and contain no added sugar or artificial preservatives.

Explorer Cold Brew

Seed Round in 2021
Explorer Cold Brew is a specialty coffee company that produces cold brew concentrates. Its products are designed to let consumers prepare customized beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos, cocktails, smoothies, and more, by providing concentrates with varying caffeine levels. The portfolio also includes chai concentrate and flavor enhancers, enabling consumers to tailor flavor and strength. The company offers home delivery, allowing customers to receive concentrates and mix drinks at their convenience.

Spark Grills

Funding Round in 2021
Spark Grills Inc. is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells innovative backyard charcoal grills. Established in 2017 and based in Boulder, Colorado, Spark Grills offers a unique grilling experience through its proprietary wood and charcoal Briq system, which enables quick ignition and easy clean-up. The grills are designed for both grilling enthusiasts and home chefs, providing oven-like temperature control that allows for precise culinary creativity. Additionally, Spark Grills incorporates a social impact initiative aimed at reducing open air pollution, enhancing its commitment to sustainability. The company's products are available for purchase online, making them accessible to a wide range of consumers.

Explorer Cold Brew

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Explorer Cold Brew is a specialty coffee company that produces cold brew concentrates. Its products are designed to let consumers prepare customized beverages, including lattes, cappuccinos, cocktails, smoothies, and more, by providing concentrates with varying caffeine levels. The portfolio also includes chai concentrate and flavor enhancers, enabling consumers to tailor flavor and strength. The company offers home delivery, allowing customers to receive concentrates and mix drinks at their convenience.

Rivalry

Funding Round in 2021
Rivalry is a Canadian startup focused on revolutionizing the sports betting industry with an emphasis on esports. It aims to grow the ecosystem, catering to grassroots communities, professional players, and leagues alike.

Carbitex

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2012, Carbitex specializes in manufacturing carbon fiber fabrics designed to enhance the tensile strength of various products. Its flagship product, CX6, offers flexibility once cured, enabling it to replace leather and other materials in applications such as footwear and bags.

Wisdom Gaming

Series A in 2020
Wisdom Gaming is an emerging leader in esports entertainment, building global communities across the gaming ecosystem. It offers turnkey creative and production services, tournament organization, and marketing strategy for brands and publishers passionate about establishing their legacy in esports and gaming. Established in 2019, the company is headquartered in Bloomington, MN, where it maintains an office, gaming and esports venue, and live broadcast studio.

PSD Underwear

Series A in 2020
PSD Underwear is a lifestyle apparel brand that specializes in designing and manufacturing personal clothing, particularly focusing on underwear. The company offers a diverse range of products, including men's boxer briefs tailored for athletes and trendsetters, as well as women's and children's apparel. PSD aims to provide comfortable and stylish options that enable customers to remain physically active. Their product line extends beyond underwear to include loungewear, workout wear, tees, hoodies, pants, tights, shorts, and socks. PSD sells its products primarily through e-commerce, catering to a modern consumer base seeking on-trend and functional clothing.

AQUIS

Series B in 2020
AQUIS is a beauty tool manufacturer focused on creating innovative products that enhance hair health. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, the company specializes in hair towels and turbans crafted from an absorbent fabric designed to wick moisture away without causing friction damage. This unique approach allows hair to dry nine times faster than traditional cotton towels, promoting healthier hair without the need for damaging heat tools. AQUIS aims to restore hair's natural strength, vitality, and beauty through its scientifically developed products, providing consumers with effective solutions for hair care.

FaceCake Marketing Technologies

Venture Round in 2019
FaceCake Marketing Technologies, Inc. is a company that specializes in personalized interactive marketing services. Founded in 2010 and based in Calabasas, California, it offers a Visual Demonstration System that allows users to manipulate their own images, enabling them to virtually try on a variety of products, including accessories, jewelry, cosmetics, and clothing. The company provides a range of applications, such as makeover tools that empower users to act as their own stylist and makeup artist, body image solutions, and visualization software for realistic projections of cosmetic procedures. Additionally, FaceCake offers home decor solutions that allow users to visualize transformations in paint, flooring, and landscaping. Their Tryvertising solution creates lifelike environments for product application, while the Mirror Image Marketing solution delivers highly-targeted promotions based on user images. FaceCake’s technology is accessible across various devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.

Kapsul Air

Series A in 2019
Kapsul Air is a company focused on transforming the home comfort market through the development of aesthetically pleasing and high-performance appliances. Its flagship product, a 5,000 BTU window air conditioner, is designed for easy installation and user-friendly operation, offering 30% more visibility than traditional models while maintaining an attractive appearance both indoors and outdoors. In addition to air conditioning, Kapsul Air offers a variety of home-comfort appliances that manage temperature, humidity, and air quality. These products are equipped with advanced features, including connectivity to web services and compatibility with smart home platforms, allowing consumers to monitor and control factors such as heat, humidity, energy usage, and ambient light in their homes.

Fernish

Series A in 2019
Fernish is a furniture rental startup based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2017 by Michael Barlow and Lucas Dickey. The company provides furniture and decor rental services through a subscription model, catering to consumers with a mobile lifestyle. Fernish aims to redefine the furniture rental market by positioning itself as a lifestyle brand. It offers a flexible marketplace where customers can rent entire rooms or individual pieces, with the option to swap items as desired. Additionally, Fernish features a rent-to-own program, allowing subscribers to apply their rental payments toward the purchase of furniture at the end of their subscription period. This approach enables customers to enjoy quality furnishings while adapting to their changing needs.

Recoup Fitness

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in Denver, Colorado in 2015, Recoup Fitness specializes in innovative muscle recovery products. Trusted by professional athletes, their products aim to make high-quality recovery tools accessible and affordable for everyone.

Happier Camper

Seed Round in 2019
Happier Camper, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based company that designs, manufactures, and sells travel trailers, with a focus on lightweight and flexible camper solutions. Established in 2015, it caters to the growing demand for innovative travel options that combine functionality, style, and sustainability. The company specializes in both new and refurbished vintage trailers, offering a range of camper-friendly designs that prioritize usefulness and adaptability. Happier Camper's products are characterized by their lightweight, aerodynamic, and maneuverable features, with modular interiors that can accommodate diverse needs. This versatility enables customers to use the trailers for various purposes, including camping, mobile vending, and remote work, while also providing rental services to enhance accessibility.

Nosotros Life and Spirits

Seed Round in 2019
Nosotros Life and Spirits is a premium tequila brand founded by Carlos Soto, a young entrepreneur from Costa Rica. The company is dedicated to producing sustainably sourced spirits, emphasizing a unique and balanced taste profile that distinguishes its offerings in the market. By blending agave from two distinct regions, Nosotros Tequila achieves a distinctive flavor with a herbal finish, appealing to consumers who seek high-quality and socially responsible alcoholic beverages. The brand's commitment to sustainability and exceptional craftsmanship positions it as a notable player in the premium spirits industry.

Fernish

Seed Round in 2018
Fernish is a furniture rental startup based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2017 by Michael Barlow and Lucas Dickey. The company provides furniture and decor rental services through a subscription model, catering to consumers with a mobile lifestyle. Fernish aims to redefine the furniture rental market by positioning itself as a lifestyle brand. It offers a flexible marketplace where customers can rent entire rooms or individual pieces, with the option to swap items as desired. Additionally, Fernish features a rent-to-own program, allowing subscribers to apply their rental payments toward the purchase of furniture at the end of their subscription period. This approach enables customers to enjoy quality furnishings while adapting to their changing needs.

Vyng

Series A in 2018
Vyng Inc. is a mobile technology company that creates a visual caller ID platform and video ringtone application. Its software replaces traditional dialers by displaying videos, animations, and stickers for incoming calls, allowing users to recognize unknown callers and engage in richer conversations. The platform also offers advanced calling and messaging features for individuals and businesses. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Vyng has delivered over four billion videos in more than 170 countries since 2018. The company has raised $7 million in funding from investors such as March Capital, Omidyar Network, a Sequoia Capital partner, and the founders of Giphy and GroupMe.

OverActive Media

Series A in 2018
OverActive Media is an integrated company focused on delivering esports and video game entertainment to fans in Canada and globally. Founded in November 2017, it operates a portfolio of esports teams and emphasizes audience engagement through franchise ownership and strategic partnerships. The company consists of two primary segments: Team Operations and Business Operations. Team Operations focuses on capturing league share payouts from various esports leagues and earning revenue through performance-based incentives and tournament winnings. In contrast, Business Operations generates revenue through sponsorships, merchandise sales, and live events. A significant portion of OverActive Media's revenue comes from its Business Operations segment, with the majority of its income derived from the Canadian market. The company aims to deepen connections with existing fans while attracting new audiences to the dynamic world of esports.

Nosotros Life and Spirits

Seed Round in 2017
Nosotros Life and Spirits is a premium tequila brand founded by Carlos Soto, a young entrepreneur from Costa Rica. The company is dedicated to producing sustainably sourced spirits, emphasizing a unique and balanced taste profile that distinguishes its offerings in the market. By blending agave from two distinct regions, Nosotros Tequila achieves a distinctive flavor with a herbal finish, appealing to consumers who seek high-quality and socially responsible alcoholic beverages. The brand's commitment to sustainability and exceptional craftsmanship positions it as a notable player in the premium spirits industry.
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