Innbeauty Project
Series B in 2022
Innbeauty Project is a skincare brand focused on providing effective, clean, and accessible cosmetic products for the next generation. The company specializes in non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free formulations aimed at promoting healthy skin while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Their product range includes face moisturizers, lip balms, face glazes, cleansers, drying pastes, and face masks, all made from plant-based ingredients. By catering to consumers who are increasingly aware of the importance of clean beauty, Innbeauty Project seeks to combine skincare efficacy with a commitment to ethical practices.
Lemon Perfect
Series A in 2022
Lemon Perfect is a Georgia-based manufacturer specializing in premium beverage products. Their flagship offering is Lemon Perfect, a refreshing, zero-sugar cold-pressed lemon water made from organic lemons. It contains natural electrolytes from potassium and vitamin C, providing a healthier hydration option without artificial flavors or sweeteners. The company aims to promote healthy hydration habits by delivering great-tasting, convenient alternatives for consumers seeking better-for-you beverages.
Once Upon a Farm
Series D in 2022
Once Upon a Farm is a producer of nutritious, cold-pressed organic snacks and meals designed for children from babies to older kids. The company specializes in a variety of products, including fruit and vegetable blends, dairy-free smoothies, overnight oats, and baby food options. Utilizing high-pressure processing technology, Once Upon a Farm ensures that its offerings retain optimal flavor, aroma, color, texture, and nutrients, promoting healthy nutrition and palate development in young children. The company is dedicated to nurturing both children and the environment by providing fresh, organic, and healthy food choices for families.
Flying Embers Hard Kombucha
Series C in 2022
Flying Embers is a producer of organic, hand-crafted beverages that blend ancient brewing traditions with modern innovation. The company specializes in creating low-calorie, low-carb, and low-alcohol beers that incorporate botanical adaptogens, such as reishi mushrooms, to enhance their health benefits. Their products are characterized by a unique brewing process that retains live cultures, resulting in probiotic drinks with a refreshing, unfiltered, and unpasteurized flavor. By combining traditional remedies with contemporary taste, Flying Embers aims to offer consumers a sessionable alcohol experience that emphasizes health and wellness.
Hey Rowan
Series B in 2021
Rowan was founded on the premise that adolescence isn't a phase to be rushed through, but a journey to enjoy. They are here to be your adventure guide, starting with great accessories and sparkling conversations.
Innbeauty Project
Private Equity Round in 2021
Innbeauty Project is a skincare brand focused on providing effective, clean, and accessible cosmetic products for the next generation. The company specializes in non-toxic, vegan, and cruelty-free formulations aimed at promoting healthy skin while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Their product range includes face moisturizers, lip balms, face glazes, cleansers, drying pastes, and face masks, all made from plant-based ingredients. By catering to consumers who are increasingly aware of the importance of clean beauty, Innbeauty Project seeks to combine skincare efficacy with a commitment to ethical practices.
Kosas is a color cosmetics company dedicated to providing a diverse range of makeup products that prioritize skincare benefits. The company emphasizes the importance of embracing femininity and formulates its products with integrity, ensuring that beauty experiences are both enjoyable and effective. Kosas utilizes a blend of botanical ingredients and safe synthetics to create cosmetics that not only enhance appearance but also protect the skin from environmental damage. This commitment to performance-driven results allows customers to enjoy cosmetics that deliver real skincare benefits.
Once Upon a Farm
Series B in 2018
Once Upon a Farm is a producer of nutritious, cold-pressed organic snacks and meals designed for children from babies to older kids. The company specializes in a variety of products, including fruit and vegetable blends, dairy-free smoothies, overnight oats, and baby food options. Utilizing high-pressure processing technology, Once Upon a Farm ensures that its offerings retain optimal flavor, aroma, color, texture, and nutrients, promoting healthy nutrition and palate development in young children. The company is dedicated to nurturing both children and the environment by providing fresh, organic, and healthy food choices for families.
Foodstirs
Series A in 2018
Foodstirs, LLC is a consumer packaged goods company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in healthier baked goods and food crafting kits. Founded by Galit Laibow, Greg Fleishman, and Sarah Michelle Gellar, the company focuses on creating better-for-you sweet treats that are lower in sugar and made with USDA organic ingredients. Foodstirs offers a variety of products, including baking kits, baking mixes, and ready-made items such as donuts, muffins, and brownies. The kits are designed to teach children and families basic cooking skills while encouraging creativity in the kitchen. By providing both direct-to-consumer treat baking kits and ready-to-eat options, Foodstirs aims to foster connections through enjoyable and healthier baking experiences.
Banza LLC is a food manufacturer based in Detroit, Michigan, specializing in chickpea-based pasta products. Founded in 2014, the company offers a variety of pasta shapes, including penne, rotini, shells, and elbows, all designed to provide nutritious alternatives to traditional pasta. Banza's mission is to make healthy food more accessible, and its products are enriched with protein and fiber, catering to consumers seeking delicious comfort food without compromising on health. The brand has gained significant recognition, being available in approximately 8,000 retail locations across the United States, including major stores like Target, Kroger, and Whole Foods. Banza has received endorsements from prominent media outlets, highlighting its innovation and contribution to the food industry.
MiniLuxe
Venture Round in 2014
MiniLuxe, Inc. is a beauty salon chain based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in nail and beauty services for both men and women. Established in 2006, the company offers a variety of services, including manicures, pedicures, waxing, and treatments for hands and feet. In addition to its salon services, MiniLuxe also retails personal beauty products and provides online gift card options. The company has multiple locations across the United States, including cities in Massachusetts, Texas, and Rhode Island, catering to a diverse clientele seeking quality beauty treatments.
Fetch, an SMS-based human-powered buying assistant, launched at TechCrunch Disrupt NYC in 2014.