Gooder Foods
Series A in 2023
Gooder Foods is a manufacturer of processed food products. The company offers veggie-boosted, protein-packed, mac and cheese, helping customers have healthy options in packaged food products.
Arrive Recommerce
Series A in 2023
Arrive Recommerce is a technology and reverse logistics company that specializes in the resale market, providing a sustainable and scalable channel for brands and retailers. The company focuses on transforming returns and excess inventory into profitable resale opportunities, enabling brands to turn cost centers into profit centers. Arrive's suite of tools, including Recommerce Management Technology and Storefront Technology, facilitates increased revenue, customer engagement, and operational efficiency. By collaborating with companies in returns management, logistics, and e-commerce enablement, Arrive enhances value and margin for its partners. The company has been recognized for its innovation, ranking as the 4th Most Innovative Retail Company by Fast Company in 2022, and has established notable partnerships with brands like YETI and Burton Snowboards.
GigFinesse
Seed Round in 2022
GigFinesse is an innovative online booking platform designed to enhance the connection between artists and venues. By leveraging an AI-driven system, the company simplifies the talent booking process, effectively matching bands and DJs with suitable venues. This approach addresses common challenges in the booking landscape, enabling both artists and venues to increase their revenue and exposure. By utilizing data analytics, GigFinesse not only saves time for its clients but also optimizes the overall booking experience, making it easier for both parties to achieve their goals.
The High Confectionary
Venture Round in 2022
The High Confectionary is a manufacturer of edible cannabis products, founded in 2021 and headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. The company specializes in creating cannabis-infused confections that are designed to provide adult consumers with enjoyable treats. Its products are intentionally formulated for microdosing, allowing users to control their intake and tailor their experiences. By focusing on low-dose options, The High Confectionary aims to make cannabis edibles more accessible and appealing to a broader audience, promoting a fun and approachable way to enjoy cannabis.
D'Amelio Brands
Seed Round in 2022
D'Amelio Brands is a business that operates two primary product lines: women's footwear and skincare. It focuses on creating authentic and accessible merchandise across various industries such as fashion, beauty, consumer packaged goods, and lifestyle. The company aims to provide customers with a wide range of products they desire.
Cann is a producer of low-dose tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) infused beverages designed to provide all-natural flavor options. The company focuses on creating vegan and gluten-free drinks that contain no artificial sweeteners, flavors, or preservatives. Cann's beverages are crafted with natural citrus and herbal flavors, incorporating a touch of agave nectar to offer a light and refreshing alternative for consumers seeking a social buzz. These micro-dosed non-alcoholic drinks deliver a strength comparable to that of a beer, promoting a new way for individuals to experience cannabis while prioritizing health and wellness.
Nue Life
Seed Round in 2021
Nue Life is a company focused on enhancing mental wellness through scientifically validated treatments. It offers an innovative therapeutic ecosystem that includes at-home ketamine therapy, an interactive companion app, and virtual aftercare programs. The application utilizes knowledge graphs and artificial intelligence to provide personalized, evidence-based therapies, assisting users in diagnosing and addressing their mental health conditions. By combining advanced technology with therapeutic practices, Nue Life aims to improve brain function, performance, and overall longevity for its users.
Vessel Health
Seed Round in 2021
Vessel Health, Inc. is a San Diego-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in at-home wellness tracking services. The company has developed a user-friendly application that allows individuals to test ten different health metrics in under ten minutes for a nominal fee. Utilizing biotechnology and the Internet of Things, the application instantly measures factors such as nutrient levels, hydration, cortisol, and toxins. Based on these results, Vessel Health provides tailored recommendations for diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes. The platform collaborates with experts, including doctors and nutritionists, to ensure that users receive accurate and effective wellness guidance. By offering various membership plans, Vessel Health enables users to monitor their health over time, helping them achieve better well-being and performance from the comfort of their homes.
Royal is a platform that enables fans to buy ownership stakes in songs directly from their favorite artists, allowing them to earn royalties as the music generates revenue. The platform utilizes non-fungible token (NFT) technology, which allows artists to create and sell their music as limited digital assets. By investing in these assets, fans can participate in the financial success of the artists they support. This innovative approach fosters a direct connection between artists and their audience, transforming the way music ownership and royalties are shared.
Helaina is a biotechnology company dedicated to producing milk-equivalent baby formula designed as a breast milk alternative. By utilizing fermentation technology, Helaina creates bioactive proteins that replicate the functional proteins found in human breast milk, thereby offering a new category of functional food products. These products not only provide essential nutrients but also deliver immune benefits, positioning Helaina as a pioneer in the infant nutrition sector. The company's innovative approach aims to provide infants with nutritional options that closely resemble the composition and benefits of breast milk, addressing the needs of families seeking alternatives.
Gooder Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Gooder Foods is a manufacturer of processed food products. The company offers veggie-boosted, protein-packed, mac and cheese, helping customers have healthy options in packaged food products.
Kangaroo
Seed Round in 2021
Kangaroo brings you closer to your favorite celebrities and characters through interactive storytelling.
Outer
Venture Round in 2021
Outer, Inc. is a direct-to-consumer company based in Santa Monica, California, specializing in the manufacture of outdoor furniture. Founded in 2017 and originally known as Jia Outdoor, Inc., the company rebranded in 2018 to better reflect its mission of enhancing outdoor living. Outer designs its products with input from experienced furniture designer Terry Lin and produces them in a family-owned factory led by CEO Jiake Liu. The company focuses on creating durable, eco-conscious furniture from sustainable materials, ensuring that its offerings can withstand harsh outdoor conditions. Since its inception, Outer has experienced significant growth, increasing its revenue elevenfold by 2020 and expanding its workforce substantially in a short period.
Chptr
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Chptr is a mobile-first platform dedicated to memorialization, focusing on collecting, sharing, and preserving the memories of loved ones for future generations. The platform allows users to create lasting legacies by curating a comprehensive narrative of a person's life. It offers features that enable individuals to select personality traits and interests, as well as send questionnaires to family and friends, encouraging contributions of memories and stories. This collaborative approach helps users to memorialize the full spectrum of their loved one's existence, ensuring that their stories can inspire and resonate with future generations.
Nifty is a remote company. It is a NFT platform, and its easy-to-use interface enables communities to collect and trade digital art and other collectibles from their favourite brands and creators.
Autograph
Series A in 2021
Autograph is a technology company that creates a platform for fans to engage with sports, entertainment, and cultural content through personalized digital experiences. It aggregates multimedia content, including podcasts, blogs, videos, and social media posts, tailored to users' favorite teams and creators. In addition to providing this content, Autograph offers digital collectibles and curated experiences in partnership with athletes, entertainers, and brands. The platform also focuses on non-fungible tokens that connect athletes, artists, and brands more closely with their communities. These unique digital collections not only provide access to engaging content but also unlock rewards such as signed merchandise and exclusive event invitations, thereby enhancing the connection between fans and their favorite public figures.
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.