Science

Science is a California-based venture capital firm founded in 2011, specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies across the United States and India. The firm identifies entrenched markets and societal shifts, targeting disruptive companies with innovative ideas and focused teams. Science has co-founded and invested in over 60 companies, including well-known names in various sectors such as e-commerce, media, fintech, and gaming. Its investment strategy encompasses seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage companies, reflecting a diverse portfolio that spans industries like data services, blockchain, educational technology, and micro-mobility. By leveraging its expertise, Science aims to foster growth in emerging markets and support the development of pioneering business models.

Robert Carter

CFO

Tom Dare

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Greg Gilman

Managing Director

Gregory Gilman

Co-Founder and General Counsel

James Hicks

Managing Director

Peter Pham

Co-Founder & Managing Director

Talia Rosenthal

Asset Manager

Past deals in Beverages

Liquid Death

Series D in 2022
Liquid Death manufactures 100% mountain water from the Australian Alps and served in sustainable cans. The company was founded by an advertising industry outcast and former liquor entrepreneur (Mike Cessario), a heavy metal bartender (Pat Cook), a manufacturing expert and spreadsheet slayer (JR Riggins), and the creator of a famous adult cartoon about a lovable demonic dog (Will Carsola). Recently, they added Science to their team, the startup flamethrower that helped launch Dollar Shave Club. Liquid Death was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Santa Monica, California.

Liquid Death

Series C in 2022
Liquid Death manufactures 100% mountain water from the Australian Alps and served in sustainable cans. The company was founded by an advertising industry outcast and former liquor entrepreneur (Mike Cessario), a heavy metal bartender (Pat Cook), a manufacturing expert and spreadsheet slayer (JR Riggins), and the creator of a famous adult cartoon about a lovable demonic dog (Will Carsola). Recently, they added Science to their team, the startup flamethrower that helped launch Dollar Shave Club. Liquid Death was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Santa Monica, California.

OffLimits

Seed Round in 2021
Offlimits, Inc. produces and sells breakfast products in New York. The company provides cereals, such as Zombie Vanilla & Pandan cereals and Dash Coffee & Cocoa cereals. It also sells products online. Offlimits, Inc. was incorporated in 2019 and is based in New York, New York.

Liquid Death

Series A in 2020
Liquid Death manufactures 100% mountain water from the Australian Alps and served in sustainable cans. The company was founded by an advertising industry outcast and former liquor entrepreneur (Mike Cessario), a heavy metal bartender (Pat Cook), a manufacturing expert and spreadsheet slayer (JR Riggins), and the creator of a famous adult cartoon about a lovable demonic dog (Will Carsola). Recently, they added Science to their team, the startup flamethrower that helped launch Dollar Shave Club. Liquid Death was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Santa Monica, California.

Kyoku

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Kyoku offers personalized post-ride shakes made for consumers' body type, riding style, and cycling goals from plant-based superfoods. The company's mission to empower every individual to achieve his or her fitness goals through active nutrition. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.

Liquid Death

Seed Round in 2019
Liquid Death manufactures 100% mountain water from the Australian Alps and served in sustainable cans. The company was founded by an advertising industry outcast and former liquor entrepreneur (Mike Cessario), a heavy metal bartender (Pat Cook), a manufacturing expert and spreadsheet slayer (JR Riggins), and the creator of a famous adult cartoon about a lovable demonic dog (Will Carsola). Recently, they added Science to their team, the startup flamethrower that helped launch Dollar Shave Club. Liquid Death was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Santa Monica, California.