Casa Verde Capital

Casa Verde Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2015 and based in Los Angeles, California. The firm specializes in seed investments within the cannabis industry, focusing specifically on ancillary businesses that do not directly handle the plant. This includes sectors such as agtech, health and wellness, financial services, technology, media, compliance, and laboratory technology. Casa Verde Capital aims to capitalize on what it views as one of the most compelling investment opportunities of the current generation, particularly within the evolving cannabis landscape in the United States. As a registered investment adviser, the firm seeks to support companies at various stages of development, from seed to later-stage investments.

Calvin Broadus

Co-Founder

David Colton

Associate

Carter Lewis

Vice President

Karan Wadhera

Managing Partner

38 past transactions

Frontier Risk

Seed Round in 2025
Frontier Risk is a pioneering insurance brokerage that specializes in the cannabis sector, making it the first tech-enabled solution dedicated to this industry. Staffed by former cannabis executives, the company operates an innovative insurance technology platform designed to facilitate cannabis insurance services. This platform offers a digital and data-driven interface with insurance markets, enhancing accessibility and pricing for clients. Frontier Risk leverages reinsurance balance sheet relationships to address pricing challenges while providing expert brokerage services. By combining bespoke advice with data science, the company aims to improve risk capacity and overall access to insurance within the cannabis ecosystem.

Growlink

Seed Round in 2024
Growlink develops environment controls, irrigation controls, hardware and software products for the agriculture sector.

Prelude Products

Seed Round in 2023
Prelude is a company that operates a supply chain platform specifically designed for the cannabis industry. Its platform facilitates the distribution of cannabis products to retailers, ensuring that dispensaries maintain optimal inventory levels. By aligning supply with consumer demand, Prelude helps retailers minimize instances of both out-of-stock and overstock situations, thereby enhancing efficiency in product availability. This focus on inventory management supports cannabis dispensaries in meeting customer needs effectively.

Frontier Risk

Seed Round in 2023
Frontier Risk is a pioneering insurance brokerage that specializes in the cannabis sector, making it the first tech-enabled solution dedicated to this industry. Staffed by former cannabis executives, the company operates an innovative insurance technology platform designed to facilitate cannabis insurance services. This platform offers a digital and data-driven interface with insurance markets, enhancing accessibility and pricing for clients. Frontier Risk leverages reinsurance balance sheet relationships to address pricing challenges while providing expert brokerage services. By combining bespoke advice with data science, the company aims to improve risk capacity and overall access to insurance within the cannabis ecosystem.

Sanity Group

Series B in 2022
Sanity Group is a European cannabis company established in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The company is dedicated to enhancing quality of life through the health benefits of cannabinoids, focusing specifically on non-psychoactive variants. Sanity Group develops consumer products aimed at improving health and wellbeing, making these offerings accessible to pharmacies and clinical institutions for medicinal purposes. Through its commitment to scientific research, the company seeks to unlock the potential of cannabinoids in the health and life sciences sectors.

Cansativa Group

Series B in 2022
We are creating an accessible ecosystem – together with the people. As Cansativa Group, we are resolutely blazing new trails alongside governmental bodies, administrators and our commercial partners as we are developing a dependable and diversified product and service landscape in Germany and Europe. Cannabis is an innovative future industry with enormous potential. We are the platform that makes cannabis available in Germany and Europe!

TSUMo Snacks

Seed Round in 2022
TSUMo Snacks is a producer of cannabis-infused snacks that aims to enhance the consumer experience of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). The brand offers a variety of crunchy snacks, each containing 10mg of THC, designed to combine familiar salty and savory flavors such as lime, ranch, cheese, and salsa. By merging traditional snack elements with cannabis, TSUMo Snacks provides a unique and nostalgic option for consumers looking to enjoy both taste and the effects of THC.

Vangst

Series B in 2022
Vangst is a leading talent resource specifically focused on the cannabis industry, operating an online recruitment platform that connects job seekers with employers across the legal market. The company caters to a diverse range of staffing needs, from temporary gig work to full-time placements, and has established a reputation for successfully matching tens of thousands of cannabis professionals with prominent brands in the sector. With a commitment to navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the cannabis industry, Vangst utilizes its extensive network and industry expertise to facilitate effective recruitment. The platform serves various cannabis and ancillary businesses, enabling them to connect with skilled candidates who are passionate about the industry.

Pistil Data

Seed Round in 2021
Pistil Data is a prominent market intelligence company specializing in the cannabis sector, focusing on consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands and retailers. The company has developed a comprehensive cannabis market intelligence platform that delivers tailored sales opportunities and insights. This platform provides detailed information on various brands and products within the cannabis category, allowing users to identify retailers and monitor significant market changes. By helping cannabis brands optimize their shelf space and expand their market presence, Pistil Data empowers businesses to leverage data effectively and enhance their sales potential.

Sanity Group

Series A in 2021
Sanity Group is a European cannabis company established in 2018 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany. The company is dedicated to enhancing quality of life through the health benefits of cannabinoids, focusing specifically on non-psychoactive variants. Sanity Group develops consumer products aimed at improving health and wellbeing, making these offerings accessible to pharmacies and clinical institutions for medicinal purposes. Through its commitment to scientific research, the company seeks to unlock the potential of cannabinoids in the health and life sciences sectors.

Dutchie

Series D in 2021
Dutchie is an all-in-one technology platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon. The company operates an online cannabis marketplace that connects consumers with local dispensaries, providing a convenient and secure way to order cannabis for delivery or pickup through web or mobile applications. Dutchie's services also include point-of-sale and e-commerce payment solutions, enabling dispensaries to effectively manage and scale their operations. By facilitating safe access to cannabis, Dutchie supports the positive societal changes associated with the legalization and acceptance of cannabis products.

AceCann

Seed Round in 2021
AceCann is a medical cannabis company based in Portugal, specializing in the cultivation, processing, extraction, and research and development of organic medical cannabis. The company utilizes smaller, scalable indoor farming methods to precisely control environmental factors such as temperature and humidity, ensuring that each plant receives individualized care and meets the high quality standards expected of premium medical cannabis products. AceCann is notable for being the first company in Portugal to receive an R&D certificate of suitability from the National Innovation Agency, reflecting its commitment to innovation and quality in the production of medical cannabis. The company's meticulously produced products adhere to pharmaceutical standards, aiming to enhance the well-being of patients through the development of high-quality and sustainable medical cannabis solutions.

Surfside

Seed Round in 2021
Surfside is a data and marketing platform that specializes in customer acquisition for the cannabis industry. The company employs end-to-end marketing technology to aggregate first-party data from various customer touchpoints, providing businesses with comprehensive insights into their customer base. By integrating existing data, publicly available information, and loyalty program data, Surfside empowers advertisers to better understand and profile their audience. This enables them to effectively target and measure their marketing efforts, ultimately enhancing their strategies to influence both current and future customers.

Bespoke Financial

Series A in 2021
Bespoke Financial, Inc. is a licensed lender based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in providing customized funding solutions for the cannabis industry. Founded in 2018, the company addresses the unique operating capital needs of cannabis cultivators, manufacturers, brands, distributors, retailers, and ancillary businesses. Bespoke Financial offers services such as invoice financing and inventory financing, designed to alleviate working capital constraints and enhance financial flexibility across the cannabis supply chain. By facilitating access to capital, Bespoke Financial enables its clients to reduce cash flow cycles and realize their growth potential.

Dutchie

Series C in 2021
Dutchie is an all-in-one technology platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon. The company operates an online cannabis marketplace that connects consumers with local dispensaries, providing a convenient and secure way to order cannabis for delivery or pickup through web or mobile applications. Dutchie's services also include point-of-sale and e-commerce payment solutions, enabling dispensaries to effectively manage and scale their operations. By facilitating safe access to cannabis, Dutchie supports the positive societal changes associated with the legalization and acceptance of cannabis products.

Dutchie

Series B in 2020
Dutchie is an all-in-one technology platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon. The company operates an online cannabis marketplace that connects consumers with local dispensaries, providing a convenient and secure way to order cannabis for delivery or pickup through web or mobile applications. Dutchie's services also include point-of-sale and e-commerce payment solutions, enabling dispensaries to effectively manage and scale their operations. By facilitating safe access to cannabis, Dutchie supports the positive societal changes associated with the legalization and acceptance of cannabis products.

Proper

Venture Round in 2020
Proper Labs, Inc. is a wellness company focused on enhancing sleep health through scientifically-backed formulations and expert coaching. Founded in 2018 and based in New York, Proper develops a range of cannabis-based sleep products, including Core Sleep, Sleep + Restore, Sleep + Calm, Sleep + Clarity, and Sleep + Immunity, marketed under the brand PROPER. These formulations incorporate natural ingredients such as GABA, valerian root, ashwagandha, melatonin, and zinc, aimed at restoring natural sleep cycles, reducing stress, and improving cognitive performance. In addition to its product offerings, Proper provides personalized sleep coaching services to guide individuals in making sustainable behavioral changes for better sleep. The company's approach is holistic and data-driven, striving to advance the science of sleep and promote long-term wellness. Proper Labs, Inc. was previously known as RH Studio Opco 11, Inc. and rebranded in April 2020.

Greenbits

Series B in 2020
Greenbits Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive cannabis retail platform designed to streamline operations for cannabis retailers across the United States. Established in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in Portland, Oregon, the company serves over 1,200 retail locations in 13 states. Greenbits simplifies cannabis commerce by automating compliance and offering tools for point of sale, inventory management, and data-driven insights. This robust platform allows owners, managers, and budtenders to efficiently manage day-to-day operations while ensuring adherence to state regulations. The company processes approximately $3.7 billion in regulated cannabis sales annually, making it the largest provider of retail technology in the sector.

Bespoke Financial

Seed Round in 2019
Bespoke Financial, Inc. is a licensed lender based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in providing customized funding solutions for the cannabis industry. Founded in 2018, the company addresses the unique operating capital needs of cannabis cultivators, manufacturers, brands, distributors, retailers, and ancillary businesses. Bespoke Financial offers services such as invoice financing and inventory financing, designed to alleviate working capital constraints and enhance financial flexibility across the cannabis supply chain. By facilitating access to capital, Bespoke Financial enables its clients to reduce cash flow cycles and realize their growth potential.

Dutchie

Series A in 2019
Dutchie is an all-in-one technology platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon. The company operates an online cannabis marketplace that connects consumers with local dispensaries, providing a convenient and secure way to order cannabis for delivery or pickup through web or mobile applications. Dutchie's services also include point-of-sale and e-commerce payment solutions, enabling dispensaries to effectively manage and scale their operations. By facilitating safe access to cannabis, Dutchie supports the positive societal changes associated with the legalization and acceptance of cannabis products.

Miss Grass

Seed Round in 2019
Miss Grass is a contemporary online magazine and e-commerce platform focused on the modern cannabis consumer. Founded in 2017 and based in Venice, California, the company aims to elevate the conversation around cannabis by providing engaging content that covers a range of topics, from cannabis basics to wellness and lifestyle. Miss Grass curates a selection of cannabis products through a premium online marketplace, emphasizing luxury and self-care while promoting conscious consumption. In addition to its retail offerings, the platform serves as an educational resource, sharing stories about influential women in the cannabis space and addressing cultural, historical, and scientific aspects of the plant, thereby working to eradicate the stigma associated with cannabis use.

Indose

Series A in 2019
Indose is a technology company focused on the cannabis industry, specializing in the development of innovative vaporizers and dosing devices. Its flagship product features proprietary metered dosing technology that allows for precise measurement of cannabis dosage. This enables users to achieve a consistent and repeatable experience, enhancing their ability to manage health and mood effectively. By prioritizing accuracy in vapor intake, Indose empowers cannabis enthusiasts to take control of their vaping experience, ensuring both fidelity and reliability in their consumption.

Vangst

Series A in 2019
Vangst is a leading talent resource specifically focused on the cannabis industry, operating an online recruitment platform that connects job seekers with employers across the legal market. The company caters to a diverse range of staffing needs, from temporary gig work to full-time placements, and has established a reputation for successfully matching tens of thousands of cannabis professionals with prominent brands in the sector. With a commitment to navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the cannabis industry, Vangst utilizes its extensive network and industry expertise to facilitate effective recruitment. The platform serves various cannabis and ancillary businesses, enabling them to connect with skilled candidates who are passionate about the industry.

Metrc

Venture Round in 2018
Metrc, LLC is a leading cannabis governance solution based in Lakeland, Florida, and founded in 2013. As a subsidiary of Franwell Inc., Metrc provides a web-based platform that utilizes RFID technology to track and trace cannabis products from seed to sale. The company's system is designed to ensure a closed and legal ecosystem, enhancing transparency and supporting public health within the cannabis supply chain. By offering regulatory bodies a secure means to connect to its application programming interface (API), Metrc assists in monitoring and managing over 15,000 business licenses across 13 states and the District of Columbia. Its technology plays a critical role in combating illegal cannabis diversion and use, facilitating effective governmental oversight of the industry.

Dutchie

Seed Round in 2018
Dutchie is an all-in-one technology platform founded in 2017 and headquartered in Bend, Oregon. The company operates an online cannabis marketplace that connects consumers with local dispensaries, providing a convenient and secure way to order cannabis for delivery or pickup through web or mobile applications. Dutchie's services also include point-of-sale and e-commerce payment solutions, enabling dispensaries to effectively manage and scale their operations. By facilitating safe access to cannabis, Dutchie supports the positive societal changes associated with the legalization and acceptance of cannabis products.

Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies

Series A in 2018
Oxford Cannabinoid Technologies Ltd., established in 2017 and based in Oxford, UK, is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to researching, developing, and licensing cannabinoid-based compounds and therapies. Its primary focus lies in creating novel treatments for diseases with high unmet medical need, combining cannabinoid medicine with world-class scientific research and drug development. The company's therapeutic areas of interest include inflammatory diseases, oncology, neurological disorders, and pain management.

Greenbits

Series A in 2018
Greenbits Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive cannabis retail platform designed to streamline operations for cannabis retailers across the United States. Established in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in Portland, Oregon, the company serves over 1,200 retail locations in 13 states. Greenbits simplifies cannabis commerce by automating compliance and offering tools for point of sale, inventory management, and data-driven insights. This robust platform allows owners, managers, and budtenders to efficiently manage day-to-day operations while ensuring adherence to state regulations. The company processes approximately $3.7 billion in regulated cannabis sales annually, making it the largest provider of retail technology in the sector.

Vangst

Seed Round in 2018
Vangst is a leading talent resource specifically focused on the cannabis industry, operating an online recruitment platform that connects job seekers with employers across the legal market. The company caters to a diverse range of staffing needs, from temporary gig work to full-time placements, and has established a reputation for successfully matching tens of thousands of cannabis professionals with prominent brands in the sector. With a commitment to navigating the complex regulatory landscape of the cannabis industry, Vangst utilizes its extensive network and industry expertise to facilitate effective recruitment. The platform serves various cannabis and ancillary businesses, enabling them to connect with skilled candidates who are passionate about the industry.

Green Tank Technologies

Seed Round in 2018
Green Tank Technologies Corp. is a Toronto-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of vaporization hardware for the cannabis industry. The company's product lineup includes a range of advanced vaporization devices such as the GT M7, GT Spectrum, Core Pod System, GT Elite, GT Commuter, GT Falcon, GT Evolution, and Torrch. Green Tank Technologies is recognized as a global leader in vaporizing hardware, focusing on innovative technology that enhances flavor and user experience. With a commitment to quality, the company utilizes True-Taste Ceramic Core Technology to ensure that its devices maintain the full flavor and maximize terpene profiles of cannabis products.

LeafLink

Series A in 2017
LeafLink operates a wholesale management platform designed to connect cannabis brands and retailers, facilitating streamlined ordering processes, simplified communication, and reduced administrative tasks. The company's platform offers tools for driving brand awareness, boosting sales, tracking orders, engaging with customers, and managing logistics partners. LeafLink serves over 1,200 brands and 3,500 retailers across 22 territories in the US and Canada. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, LeafLink also maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, and Toronto.

Cannalysis

Seed Round in 2017
Cannalysis is an analytical laboratory based in Southern California that specializes in testing cannabis products. The company employs validated scientific methods to conduct a variety of analyses for cultivators, manufacturers, dispensaries, and individual consumers. Its services include testing for medical and chemical residues to detect the presence of industrial solvents, pesticides, and harmful microbes such as E. coli and yeast. By ensuring that cannabis products are free from these contaminants, Cannalysis plays a crucial role in providing safe and compliant options for both medical and recreational use.

Trellis Solutions

Venture Round in 2017
Trellis Solutions, Inc. develops cannabis inventory management software that enables companies in the cannabis industry to effectively track plants throughout the supply chain, from cultivation to distribution. Founded in 2014, the company provides a comprehensive seed-to-sale tracking solution tailored for cultivators, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. Its software includes tools for cultivation, manufacturing, customer relationship management, and compliance with state regulations. With a customer base spanning California and Canada, Trellis Solutions aims to expand into new markets, ensuring that businesses can optimize their operational workflows while maintaining regulatory compliance. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an additional office in Oakland, California.

Greenbits

Convertible Note in 2017
Greenbits Inc. is a provider of a comprehensive cannabis retail platform designed to streamline operations for cannabis retailers across the United States. Established in 2014 and headquartered in San Jose, California, with an additional office in Portland, Oregon, the company serves over 1,200 retail locations in 13 states. Greenbits simplifies cannabis commerce by automating compliance and offering tools for point of sale, inventory management, and data-driven insights. This robust platform allows owners, managers, and budtenders to efficiently manage day-to-day operations while ensuring adherence to state regulations. The company processes approximately $3.7 billion in regulated cannabis sales annually, making it the largest provider of retail technology in the sector.

LeafLink

Seed Round in 2017
LeafLink operates a wholesale management platform designed to connect cannabis brands and retailers, facilitating streamlined ordering processes, simplified communication, and reduced administrative tasks. The company's platform offers tools for driving brand awareness, boosting sales, tracking orders, engaging with customers, and managing logistics partners. LeafLink serves over 1,200 brands and 3,500 retailers across 22 territories in the US and Canada. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, LeafLink also maintains offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Austin, and Toronto.

FunkSac

Venture Round in 2015
FunkSac, LLC is a veteran-owned company based in Denver, Colorado, specializing in packaging solutions for the legal cannabis industry, including both medical and recreational markets. Founded in 2013, FunkSac offers a variety of products designed for different applications, such as cultivation, edibles, retail, and transportation. Its product range includes large cases, custom-designed bags, odor barrier cultivation bags, and reusable odor barrier bags, as well as various locking pouches and storage solutions. The company emphasizes innovative, secure packaging characterized by odor-barrier and child-resistant technologies, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. FunkSac operates primarily through online sales and has manufacturing facilities located throughout Ohio.

Eaze

Series A in 2015
Eaze Technologies, Inc., established in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, operates an online marketplace and technology platform that facilitates legal access to cannabis through safe and convenient delivery. The company works with local cannabis entrepreneurs, assisting them in expanding their businesses sustainably and responsibly. Eaze's platform verifies users' eligibility and connects them with licensed dispensaries and products, ensuring safe access to legal cannabis via a mobile device.
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