Native Pet
Series B in 2023
Native Pet LLC, founded in 2017 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializes in the online retail of organic pet food and nutrition products. The company focuses on creating high-quality, limited-ingredient supplements for dogs and cats, utilizing whole food and superfood ingredients to enhance pet health and well-being. Native Pet develops proprietary formulas that are free from fillers and additives, ensuring that pet owners can provide their animals with effective nutrition that supports their overall health. With vet-developed formulas, Native Pet aims to deliver innovative solutions that cater to the specific dietary needs of pets.
Beekeeper's Naturals
Series C in 2023
Beekeeper's Naturals Inc. is a natural health product company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in manufacturing and retailing health products derived from beehives. Its product lineup includes items such as throat spray, brain fuel, honey, and cough syrup, all designed to address modern health issues like brain fog, chronic stress, poor sleep, and scratchy throats. By focusing on high-quality superfoods and plant-based adaptogens from beehives, Beekeeper's Naturals aims to provide natural remedies that promote overall well-being and reinvent traditional health solutions.
Topicals is a beauty and skincare company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Santa Monica, California. It specializes in e-commerce and offers a range of products designed to address specific skin conditions, such as eczema and hyperpigmentation. The company focuses on transforming how individuals perceive their skin by providing solutions that incorporate safe, clinically proven ingredients and the latest advancements in skin science and technology. In addition to skincare, Topicals advocates for mental health awareness, emphasizing the emotional impact of chronic skin conditions and promoting proper treatment through its innovative product offerings.
Poppi
Venture Round in 2022
Poppi is a beverage company specializing in flavored sparkling probiotic drinks designed to promote gut health. Their product lineup includes a variety of flavors such as Strawberry Lemon, Cream Soda, Peach, Cherry Limeade, and Cola, all of which are low in sugar and suitable for vegans. The drinks are packaged in cans for convenient consumption and are enhanced with real fruit and apple cider vinegar, along with prebiotics to support digestive wellness. Poppi occasionally introduces seasonal flavors and limited edition varieties, appealing to a diverse range of consumers seeking tasty, health-conscious beverage options.
Native Pet
Series A in 2022
Native Pet LLC, founded in 2017 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializes in the online retail of organic pet food and nutrition products. The company focuses on creating high-quality, limited-ingredient supplements for dogs and cats, utilizing whole food and superfood ingredients to enhance pet health and well-being. Native Pet develops proprietary formulas that are free from fillers and additives, ensuring that pet owners can provide their animals with effective nutrition that supports their overall health. With vet-developed formulas, Native Pet aims to deliver innovative solutions that cater to the specific dietary needs of pets.
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.
Made by Nacho
Series A in 2022
Made by Nacho is an e-commerce company based in New York, founded in 2019, that specializes in providing high-quality cat food and related products. The company focuses on delivering healthy and delicious food options exclusively for cats, featuring a product line that includes wet cat food, dry cat food, and snacks. Made by Nacho emphasizes the use of premium ingredients such as cage-free chicken, grass-fed beef, and sustainably sourced salmon, ensuring that their offerings not only cater to the unique palates of cats but also address their specific health needs.
Whoop, Inc. is a Boston-based company that specializes in the development and sale of wearable fitness sensors designed for athletes to monitor their physiological metrics during workouts. Founded in 2012, Whoop provides a performance optimization system that continuously tracks key indicators such as heart rate, sleep, and recovery. The company's flagship product, the Whoop Strap 3.0, collects data around the clock, offering users insights that help balance training, minimize injuries, and enhance overall performance. In addition to the wearable device, Whoop offers a variety of apparel and accessories, including bands, tops, joggers, and hats, primarily sold online. By delivering personalized insights into physical exertion and recovery, Whoop aims to help athletes and teams maximize their potential and improve their training outcomes.
Poppi
Venture Round in 2021
Poppi is a beverage company specializing in flavored sparkling probiotic drinks designed to promote gut health. Their product lineup includes a variety of flavors such as Strawberry Lemon, Cream Soda, Peach, Cherry Limeade, and Cola, all of which are low in sugar and suitable for vegans. The drinks are packaged in cans for convenient consumption and are enhanced with real fruit and apple cider vinegar, along with prebiotics to support digestive wellness. Poppi occasionally introduces seasonal flavors and limited edition varieties, appealing to a diverse range of consumers seeking tasty, health-conscious beverage options.
OSEA
Venture Round in 2021
OSEA is an e-commerce platform specializing in wellness and beauty products, with a focus on skincare derived from seaweed. The company manufactures a range of seaweed-based formulations infused with organic essential oils and cold-pressed botanical oils, promoting healthy beauty treatments. OSEA's products are designed to be vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free, catering to consumers who prioritize clean and natural ingredients in their beauty and wellness routines.
Cue
Private Equity Round in 2021
Cue Health Inc. is a healthcare technology company based in San Diego, California, specializing in the development and manufacturing of diagnostic screening devices for home use. Founded in 2010, the company offers a connected diagnostic platform known as the Cue Health Monitoring System, which allows users to conduct self-serve tests that provide lab-quality results. This platform enables individuals to track key health indicators, including inflammation, vitamin D, fertility, influenza, and testosterone, through a user-friendly device that connects to a smartphone app. The Cue app not only displays test results but also integrates data on lifestyle factors such as activity and sleep, facilitating a comprehensive view of health at a molecular level. Additionally, Cue Health provides various services for healthcare professionals, including tools for managing patient test histories and telemedicine consultations. The company's innovative approach empowers consumers and healthcare providers alike to access critical health information easily and effectively.
BulletProof
Venture Round in 2020
Bulletproof is a company that specializes in nutritional products aimed at enhancing health and performance. It offers a range of items, including clean coffee, keto-friendly snacks, and supplements that are free from GMOs, soy, and artificial fillers. The company's mission is to assist individuals in reaching their full potential, both mentally and physically, by combining ancient knowledge with modern technology, supported by research and feedback from customers, athletes, and medical professionals. Bulletproof emphasizes the purity of its products, ensuring that customers can expect noticeable improvements in their performance from the very first experience. Additionally, the company is committed to sustainability, providing environmentally conscious and ethically sourced products to foster a healthier future.
Beekeeper's Naturals
Series B in 2020
Beekeeper's Naturals Inc. is a natural health product company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 2014, the company specializes in manufacturing and retailing health products derived from beehives. Its product lineup includes items such as throat spray, brain fuel, honey, and cough syrup, all designed to address modern health issues like brain fog, chronic stress, poor sleep, and scratchy throats. By focusing on high-quality superfoods and plant-based adaptogens from beehives, Beekeeper's Naturals aims to provide natural remedies that promote overall well-being and reinvent traditional health solutions.
Skinny Dipped Almonds
Venture Round in 2019
Skinny Dipped Almonds is a snack food company that offers chocolate-covered almond treats. Its roasted almonds are skinny-dipped in a thin layer of artisan dark chocolate and finished with a whisper of pure cocoa, espresso, or raspberry.
Health-Ade
Venture Round in 2019
Health-Ade LLC is a beverage manufacturer based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in producing Kombucha, a fermented tea rich in probiotics and healthy acids. Health-Ade offers its products in various flavors such as original, apple, ginger lemon, plum, grape, cayenne cleanse, beet, carrot, and pomegranate. These beverages are sold through retail stores and restaurants nationwide. Due to high demand, the company is planning to expand its production capacity by financing a new brewery.
Good Culture
Venture Round in 2019
Good Culture, LLC, established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in the production of organic cultured dairy products. The company's portfolio includes a range of thick, creamy, low-sugar cottage cheese, probiotic gut shots, and sour cream. Good Culture focuses on providing real-food options with simple ingredients, aiming to offer consumers healthy dairy alternatives that do not compromise their well-being. Its products are available through stores across the United States.
Hippeas
Venture Round in 2018
Hippeas is a brand launched in June 2016 that specializes in organic chickpea puffs, aiming to revolutionize the global snacking market. Created by Green Park Brands, Hippeas offers a range of nutritious snacks that are gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and non-GMO. The product lineup includes various flavors such as barbecue, sriracha, nacho, and white cheddar, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives to traditional snacks. By prioritizing health and flavor, Hippeas encourages a shift in snacking habits while promoting a socially responsible brand narrative focused on positive change.
Kite Hill
Venture Round in 2018
Kite Hill is a plant-based food brand focused on creating high-quality alternative dairy products that promote animal welfare and sustainability. The company aims to reduce reliance on industrial animal agriculture by utilizing simple, natural ingredients combined with patented biochemistry and traditional dairy-making methods. Kite Hill offers a diverse range of products, including artisanal almond milk cheeses, nut milk yogurts, cream cheese-style spreads, entrées, and desserts. By appealing to a wide audience—from dedicated plant-based eaters to those exploring healthier lifestyle choices—Kite Hill seeks to provide delicious options that foster a communal dining experience.
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.
Kettle & Fire
Series A in 2018
Kettle & Fire, established in 2013 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, specializes in the production and distribution of bone broth. The company creates its products using bones from grass-fed, grass-finished organic cows and pasture-raised chickens, combined with organic vegetables and filtered water. The mixture is slow-simmered for 20-24 hours to extract nutrients, collagen, and amino acids. Kettle & Fire's bone broth is free from artificial flavors and colors, and it's packaged sustainably. The company offers beef and chicken bone broth, as well as bone broth soups, which are sold through stores, wholesalers, and online platforms.
Waterloo Sparkling Water
Convertible Note in 2018
Waterloo Sparkling Water Corp. is a beverage company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2017. It specializes in the production of high-quality sparkling water, offering a variety of flavors such as original, black cherry, watermelon, coconut, lemon, lime, and grapefruit. The company emphasizes authentic flavors and lively carbonation, aiming to provide a rich and true-to-fruit taste. Waterloo Sparkling Water is committed to sustainability, operating in zero-waste facilities and packaging its products in recyclable aluminum cans made from 70% recycled material. Additionally, the company optimizes its logistics to minimize transportation time, ensuring its products reach retailers swiftly and efficiently.
Rebbl
Venture Round in 2018
Rebbl Inc. is a California-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in the production and sale of plant-based beverages, particularly elixirs and tonics. The company focuses on crafting high-quality super herb drinks made from a variety of natural ingredients, including roots, extracts, berries, bark, and leaves. Rebbl's product line includes unique flavors such as dark chocolate, vanilla, and salted caramel, designed to provide nourishment and promote wellness. By utilizing revered traditional wellness plants and adaptogens, Rebbl aims to help consumers maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle. The company's products are available through various retail outlets.
Vital Proteins
Venture Round in 2017
Vital Proteins, LLC is a manufacturer of nutrition products centered around collagen, designed to promote health, fitness, and natural beauty. Based in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, the company offers a diverse range of items, including collagen powders, creamers, beauty waters, bone broths, and various supplements. Its products are crafted from sustainably-sourced, 100% natural whole food proteins, primarily derived from pasture-raised Brazilian bovine hides. Vital Proteins focuses on delivering nutrition that supports both individual health and eco-friendly practices. As of July 2020, it operates as a subsidiary of Nestlé Health Science S.A., providing its offerings through online sales channels to reach a wider audience.
Hippeas
Venture Round in 2017
Hippeas is a brand launched in June 2016 that specializes in organic chickpea puffs, aiming to revolutionize the global snacking market. Created by Green Park Brands, Hippeas offers a range of nutritious snacks that are gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and non-GMO. The product lineup includes various flavors such as barbecue, sriracha, nacho, and white cheddar, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives to traditional snacks. By prioritizing health and flavor, Hippeas encourages a shift in snacking habits while promoting a socially responsible brand narrative focused on positive change.
High Brew Coffee
Series B in 2017
High Brew Coffee, Inc., founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, specializes in producing cold-brewed coffee beverages. The company offers ready-to-drink coffee made from Arabica beans that are cold brewed over an extended period, which results in a naturally sweeter flavor profile, higher antioxidant content, and lower acidity. This unique brewing process allows consumers to enjoy a refreshing, low-sugar coffee experience. High Brew Coffee serves its customers through retail stores and online channels, aiming to provide a convenient and enjoyable coffee option. Additionally, the company emphasizes sustainable practices, helping farmers improve profitability while minimizing environmental impact.
BulletProof
Series B in 2017
Bulletproof is a company that specializes in nutritional products aimed at enhancing health and performance. It offers a range of items, including clean coffee, keto-friendly snacks, and supplements that are free from GMOs, soy, and artificial fillers. The company's mission is to assist individuals in reaching their full potential, both mentally and physically, by combining ancient knowledge with modern technology, supported by research and feedback from customers, athletes, and medical professionals. Bulletproof emphasizes the purity of its products, ensuring that customers can expect noticeable improvements in their performance from the very first experience. Additionally, the company is committed to sustainability, providing environmentally conscious and ethically sourced products to foster a healthier future.
ONE Brands
Venture Round in 2017
ONE Brands, LLC is a producer and marketer of low sugar nutritional snack bars, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 1999, the company, formerly known as Oh Yeah! Nutrition, offers a diverse range of protein bars that contain 20 grams of protein and only 1 gram of sugar, all of which are certified gluten-free. Its product line features various flavors, including pumpkin pie, cinnamon roll, chocolate chip cookie dough, and white chocolate truffle, catering to health-conscious consumers and athletes. Additionally, ONE Brands manufactures a line of bars sweetened with stevia, known as One Basix. The company distributes its products through retail partners across the United States and online stores. Since September 2019, ONE Brands has operated as a subsidiary of The Hershey Company.
Beyond Meat
Venture Round in 2017
Beyond Meat, Inc. is a food company that specializes in manufacturing, marketing, and selling plant-based meat products both in the United States and internationally. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in El Segundo, California, the company offers a diverse range of products, including burgers, sausages, ground beef, and chicken, designed to replicate the taste and texture of traditional animal-based meats while providing nutritional and environmental benefits. Beyond Meat aims to address pressing global challenges such as human health, climate change, resource constraints, and animal welfare by utilizing innovative, non-GMO ingredients. Its products are distributed through various channels, including grocery stores, mass merchandisers, club stores, convenience stores, and foodservice outlets, allowing consumers to enjoy plant-based options without compromising on flavor or quality.
Good Culture
Venture Round in 2016
Good Culture, LLC, established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in the production of organic cultured dairy products. The company's portfolio includes a range of thick, creamy, low-sugar cottage cheese, probiotic gut shots, and sour cream. Good Culture focuses on providing real-food options with simple ingredients, aiming to offer consumers healthy dairy alternatives that do not compromise their well-being. Its products are available through stores across the United States.
Kite Hill
Series B in 2016
Kite Hill is a plant-based food brand focused on creating high-quality alternative dairy products that promote animal welfare and sustainability. The company aims to reduce reliance on industrial animal agriculture by utilizing simple, natural ingredients combined with patented biochemistry and traditional dairy-making methods. Kite Hill offers a diverse range of products, including artisanal almond milk cheeses, nut milk yogurts, cream cheese-style spreads, entrées, and desserts. By appealing to a wide audience—from dedicated plant-based eaters to those exploring healthier lifestyle choices—Kite Hill seeks to provide delicious options that foster a communal dining experience.
Wtrmln Wtr
Seed Round in 2016
WTRMLN WTR is a New York-based producer of cold-pressed watermelon water, crafted from hand-selected and hand-skinned melons. The process involves cold-pressing both the rind and flesh, followed by a short nutrient-preserving treatment, and bottling in BPA-free plastic to ensure freshness until consumption. The company emphasizes sustainability and health, offering a product that is all-natural, gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, and kosher. Sweetened with a hint of organic lemon juice, WTRMLN WTR provides a refreshing and nutritious beverage that promotes hydration and recovery, making it a superior alternative to regular water. By sourcing only the ripest and juiciest watermelons, WTRMLN WTR delivers one of the cleanest and most hydrating beverages available.
Nulo Pet Food
Venture Round in 2016
Nulo Pet Food is a producer of high-quality pet food products designed for dogs and cats, founded by individuals with extensive experience in pet care and education. The company emerged in response to the growing concern over pet obesity and related health issues. Nulo differentiates itself by utilizing only the finest natural ingredients, incorporating animal-based proteins and functional components such as human-grade probiotics, which support immune and digestive health. Their unique recipes feature fresh ingredients like chicken, lamb, and salmon, paired with nutritious elements such as apples, carrots, lentils, and sweet potatoes. Nulo is committed to freshness, producing and distributing their products in smaller batches to ensure minimal time on shelves and optimal taste when served. The company aims to simplify pet nutrition, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle for pets through its carefully crafted food offerings.
Health-Ade
Venture Round in 2016
Health-Ade LLC is a beverage manufacturer based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in producing Kombucha, a fermented tea rich in probiotics and healthy acids. Health-Ade offers its products in various flavors such as original, apple, ginger lemon, plum, grape, cayenne cleanse, beet, carrot, and pomegranate. These beverages are sold through retail stores and restaurants nationwide. Due to high demand, the company is planning to expand its production capacity by financing a new brewery.
Good Culture
Seed Round in 2016
Good Culture, LLC, established in 2014 and headquartered in Irvine, California, specializes in the production of organic cultured dairy products. The company's portfolio includes a range of thick, creamy, low-sugar cottage cheese, probiotic gut shots, and sour cream. Good Culture focuses on providing real-food options with simple ingredients, aiming to offer consumers healthy dairy alternatives that do not compromise their well-being. Its products are available through stores across the United States.
Bai is a beverage company founded in 2009 by Ben Weiss, a veteran of the beverage industry. It specializes in creating innovative drinks that combine great taste with healthier ingredients. Bai's product lines, including Bai and Bai Bubbles, feature fresh fruit flavors and are designed to be low in calories, containing only 5 calories and 1 gram of sugar per serving, while also being infused with antioxidants derived from coffee's superfruit. Additionally, Bai produces Antiwater, a super-purified bottled water that is also antioxidant-infused. The company's rapid growth has led to widespread distribution, including partnerships with major beverage distributors. Bai has received recognition for its business success, being named one of Inc.'s 500 fastest-growing private companies in 2014 and one of Forbes' 20 Most Promising Companies in 2015.