CircleUp

CircleUp Network, Inc. is an equity crowdfunding platform based in San Francisco, California, that connects accredited investors with early-stage consumer and retail brands. Founded in 2011, CircleUp enables these companies to access the capital and resources necessary for growth by showcasing profiles of promising brands on its platform. The firm specializes in various sectors, including food, personal care, pet products, apparel, retail, and restaurants. CircleUp utilizes its proprietary machine learning platform, Helio, to analyze vast amounts of data on consumer businesses, allowing it to identify investment opportunities and predict future success. The investor base includes industry experts, venture capitalists, private equity professionals, and angel investors, all focused on supporting innovative consumer brands.

Manpreet Bagga

Partner, CircleUp Growth Partners

Sam Blumenthal

Partner

Jake Cabala

Managing Director, Funds

Ryan Caldbeck

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Neil Constable

Chief Investment Officer

Rory Eakin

Co-Founder and Board of Directors

Zach Grannis

Partner, CircleUp Growth Partners

Karen Howland

General Partner & Managing Director, Equity

Ben Lee

General Partner

Nina McKinney

Partner

Patrick Robinson

Managing Director

Tom Walker

Partner

89 past transactions

Partake Foods

Series B in 2022
Partake Foods, Inc. is a food company that specializes in producing allergy-friendly cookies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, the company offers a range of products that are nut-free, gluten-free, vegan, and free from the top 12 allergens, catering to families seeking safe and tasty snack options. The product lineup includes various flavors such as sprouted grain chocolate chip, double chocolate chip, sweet potato millet, carrot oat, and birthday cake mini cookies. Partake Foods sells its products online, allowing customers to enjoy healthy snacks conveniently.

Partake Brewing

Series B in 2022
Partake Brewing is the craft non-alcoholic beer brand that focuses on flavor, health, socializing, and inclusivity for people who choose not to drink alcohol whether as a need or increasingly as a lifestyle choice.

Everything Legendary

Series A in 2022
Everything Legendary specializes in plant-based, gluten-free, and soy-free food.

Sanzo

Series A in 2022
Sanzo is a New York-based company founded in 2018 by Sandro Roco, specializing in the production of fruit-flavored sparkling water that features real fruit and contains no added sugars. The brand offers a selection of low-calorie beverages, including lychee, alphonso mango, and calamansi, all of which are crafted to provide an authentic flavor experience. Each 12 oz serving contains fewer than 20 calories and 5g of sugar, derived solely from the natural fruit ingredients. Sanzo's products are available through retail partnerships with vendors such as Whole Foods and PopUp Grocer, positioning the brand as a direct-to-consumer option for those seeking refreshing and quality drinks without preservatives.

Mented Cosmetics

Series A in 2022
Mented is a luxury beauty company targeted to women of color. It is a premium beauty line that believes every woman should be able to find herself in the world of beauty. Offering nude lipstick and nail polish shades made especially for Black and Brown beauties, Mented Cosmetics believes that when it comes to beauty, no one deserves to be an afterthought.

Serenity Kids

Series A in 2021
Serenity Kids is a company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in the production and sale of high-quality baby food. Founded in 2016 by Serenity Heegel, the company emphasizes healthy eating for children by offering products that are high in protein and low in sugar, utilizing pasture-raised meats and organic vegetables. Their product line includes options such as beef, bacon, chicken, and salmon, all designed to provide a balanced ratio of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Serenity Kids aims to promote health, equality, and sustainability within the community by prioritizing nutritious food choices for young children.

Ohza

Seed Round in 2021
Ohza is a producer of premium, ready-to-drink mimosas that offer a convenient and healthier alternative to traditional cocktails. The company specializes in canned flavored mimosas made with quality sparkling wine and juice, mirroring the ingredients one would typically use when making mimosas at home. Ohza's products are designed to be lighter and less sugary, utilizing reduced sugar content and natural ingredients, while maintaining a clean nutrition label free from preservatives. This focus on health and quality aims to provide customers with a refreshing, calorie-friendly beverage option.

GEM

Seed Round in 2021
GEM Health, Inc. specializes in manufacturing plant-based multivitamin supplements aimed at enhancing wellbeing and alleviating stress for women. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California, the company offers a product that combines 13 whole plant ingredients, providing over 15 essential vitamins, minerals, and herbs without fillers or preservatives. GEM's supplements are designed for optimal absorption and environmental sustainability. In addition to nutritional products, GEM Health also sells apparel, including sweatshirts and tote bags. The company markets its offerings primarily through its online platform.

Partake Foods

Series A in 2021
Partake Foods, Inc. is a food company that specializes in producing allergy-friendly cookies. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey, the company offers a range of products that are nut-free, gluten-free, vegan, and free from the top 12 allergens, catering to families seeking safe and tasty snack options. The product lineup includes various flavors such as sprouted grain chocolate chip, double chocolate chip, sweet potato millet, carrot oat, and birthday cake mini cookies. Partake Foods sells its products online, allowing customers to enjoy healthy snacks conveniently.

Art of Sport

Series A in 2020
Art of Sport is a direct-to-consumer body care company that makes body and skin care products engineered to power all athletes. Formulated from the ground up by the world's leading athletes and skincare scientists, Art of Sport sells its lineup of deodorant, bodywash, soap, sunscreen and pain cream products to customers in the United States directly through www.artofsport.com. Art of Sport was founded in 2018 by Matthias Metternich, Brian Lee and Founding Partner Kobe Bryant. The team partnered with other world-class athletes from across sports to help inform the Art of Sport product family, including NBA MVP James Harden, MLB World Champion Javier Baez, NFL Wide Receiver Juju Smith-Schuster, Surf Champion Sage Erickson, Supercross World Champion Ken Roczen and Skating Legend Ryan Sheckler.

Partake Brewing

Series A in 2020
Partake Brewing is the craft non-alcoholic beer brand that focuses on flavor, health, socializing, and inclusivity for people who choose not to drink alcohol whether as a need or increasingly as a lifestyle choice.

Kosas

Series B in 2020
Kosas Cosmetics, LLC manufactures cosmetics. It offers powder blush, creme blush, and lip color. The company also offers cosmetic sets under the brand ALTER EGO. It offers its products through its online platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Encino, California.

nutpods

Private Equity Round in 2019
Nutpods is a consumer goods company that specializes in providing alternative milk, coffee creamer, tea creamer. The company has developed a cult-like following amongst health-conscious consumers living a dairy-free, plant-based lifestyle, and has become an integral part of wellness programs like Whole30.

Cali'flour Foods

Private Equity Round in 2019
Cali'Flour Foods, LLC manufactures and sells vegetable-based pizza crusts. The company offers pizza crust, including traditional crust, plant based crust, and Cali'Lite Crust; cauliflower thins/crackers; flatbreads; cauliflower and yellow lentil pasta in penne, rotini, and spaghetti; and variety packs, including meal replacement kits, variety bundles, and cookbook bundles. The company also provides nutrition facts and recipe on its web portal. In addition, it offers merchandise, including bags, t shirts, and The Clean Switch recipe book. It serves its customers through its online portal and distributes its products in the United States and Canada. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Chico, California.

HUM Nutrition

Series B in 2019
HUM is an LA based start-up with one mission: to make you look great and feel even greater. Hum's online platform connects consumers with Nutrition experts and cutting edge products. The company’s profiling methodology and line of vitamins have been developed with leading researchers in nutrition and are widely popular within the nutritionist community.

4505 Meats

Series B in 2019
4505 Meats is a food and beverage company that produces of porcine products and meaty magic. The 4505 Meats began with a singular product of meaty deliciousness the mighty chicharron. Today, they partner with small farmers and ranchers to produce the highest quality all-natural pork rinds on the market. We provide our customers with humanely-raised meat from ranchers committed to good husbandry practices and sustainability. 4505 Meats makes irresistibly delicious meaty snacks sourced from all-natural ingredients and responsibly raised meats. It also offers fries, burgers, sausages, smoked meats, and beverages. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.

The Good Crisp Company

Venture Round in 2019
The Good Crisp Company creates great-tasting snacks using good ingredients. It is a clean label, gluten-free canister chip the whole family would enjoy. Currently sold in over 7,000 stores across the US, Canada, and Australia

Wild Friends Foods

Seed Round in 2018
Wild Friends Foods, Inc. produces and sells peanut and almond butter products. The company sells its products through grocery stores in the United States. It also sells peanut products, as well as apparel online. Wild Friends Foods, Inc. was formerly known as Wild Friends Foods, LLC and changed its name to Wild Friends Foods, Inc. in November 2017. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Portland, Oregon.

Heyday

Series A in 2018
Heyday is a consumer-focused business that operates an online platform for brands in digital marketplaces, helping them enhance their eCommerce presence. Founded in 2020 and based in San Francisco, the company aims to support sellers in reaching new heights within the marketplace landscape. Additionally, Heyday Wellness, established in 2015 and located in New York, specializes in customized skincare services, offering tailored facial treatments that include deep cleansing, skin analysis, exfoliation, extractions, hydration, and SPF protection. The wellness segment also features a range of skincare products such as beauty creams, lotions, and wipes available through both physical stores and online channels. Together, these offerings position Heyday as a versatile player in the beauty and skincare industry.

Liquid I.V

Series B in 2018
Liquid I.V., Inc. is a health-science nutrition and wellness company based in Marina Del Rey, California, founded in 2012. It specializes in producing hydration beverage products designed to address global dehydration challenges. The company's flagship product, the Hydration Multiplier, is a non-GMO electrolyte drink mix that utilizes Cellular Transport Technology to deliver hydration and essential nutrients directly to the bloodstream more efficiently than water alone. This innovative approach aims to enhance nutrient absorption and combat the adverse effects of dehydration resulting from intense physical activity, active lifestyles, jet lag, and alcohol consumption. Liquid I.V. markets its products online and through retail outlets across the United States.

Pop & Bottle

Venture Round in 2018
Pop & Bottle, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in producing plant-based beverages, particularly oat milk lattes and flavored almond drinks. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on using pure, organic, and simple ingredients, ensuring that its products are free from dairy, emulsifiers, thickeners, and refined sugars. Pop & Bottle sells its offerings through both retail stores and an online platform, providing customers with a variety of delicious, nutritious options that cater to those seeking healthier, plant-rich alternatives to traditional dairy products.

Mented Cosmetics

Seed Round in 2018
Mented is a luxury beauty company targeted to women of color. It is a premium beauty line that believes every woman should be able to find herself in the world of beauty. Offering nude lipstick and nail polish shades made especially for Black and Brown beauties, Mented Cosmetics believes that when it comes to beauty, no one deserves to be an afterthought.

Kosas

Series A in 2018
Kosas Cosmetics, LLC manufactures cosmetics. It offers powder blush, creme blush, and lip color. The company also offers cosmetic sets under the brand ALTER EGO. It offers its products through its online platform. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Encino, California.

Nom Nom

Series A in 2018
Nom Nom is a pet food company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in crafting and delivering fresh, human-grade meals for dogs and cats across the contiguous United States. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on personalized nutrition, tailoring meal portions to pets' specific needs based on factors such as age, weight, activity level, and health conditions. The meals are prepared weekly using high-quality, restaurant-grade ingredients without artificial preservatives or fillers. Delivered fresh, not frozen, the food is designed to support the health and happiness of pets. In addition to its meal offerings, Nom Nom also provides wellness products, including probiotics and a microbiome testing kit, further enhancing pet care.

Nom Nom

Seed Round in 2018
Nom Nom is a pet food company based in Oakland, California, that specializes in crafting and delivering fresh, human-grade meals for dogs and cats across the contiguous United States. Founded in 2015, the company focuses on personalized nutrition, tailoring meal portions to pets' specific needs based on factors such as age, weight, activity level, and health conditions. The meals are prepared weekly using high-quality, restaurant-grade ingredients without artificial preservatives or fillers. Delivered fresh, not frozen, the food is designed to support the health and happiness of pets. In addition to its meal offerings, Nom Nom also provides wellness products, including probiotics and a microbiome testing kit, further enhancing pet care.

nutpods

Venture Round in 2017
Nutpods is a consumer goods company that specializes in providing alternative milk, coffee creamer, tea creamer. The company has developed a cult-like following amongst health-conscious consumers living a dairy-free, plant-based lifestyle, and has become an integral part of wellness programs like Whole30.

4505 Meats

Venture Round in 2017
4505 Meats is a food and beverage company that produces of porcine products and meaty magic. The 4505 Meats began with a singular product of meaty deliciousness the mighty chicharron. Today, they partner with small farmers and ranchers to produce the highest quality all-natural pork rinds on the market. We provide our customers with humanely-raised meat from ranchers committed to good husbandry practices and sustainability. 4505 Meats makes irresistibly delicious meaty snacks sourced from all-natural ingredients and responsibly raised meats. It also offers fries, burgers, sausages, smoked meats, and beverages. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States.

HUM Nutrition

Series A in 2017
HUM is an LA based start-up with one mission: to make you look great and feel even greater. Hum's online platform connects consumers with Nutrition experts and cutting edge products. The company’s profiling methodology and line of vitamins have been developed with leading researchers in nutrition and are widely popular within the nutritionist community.

Aunt Fannie’s

Venture Round in 2017
Aunt Fannie’s manufactures whole ingredient, food-based cleaning, and pest solutions for use in indoor environments. The company's non-toxic and food-grade cleaning products are based on natural fruits that get rid of the bad microbes and nurture the good ones, enabling customers to keep their houses clean and free of pests without risk of chemical exposure and contamination in a healthy, environment-friendly and easy manner. It was founded in 2012 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon.

Grainful

Venture Round in 2017
Grainful, operating under BeetNPath, LLC, is a food company focused on creating chef-inspired entrées that feature the wholesome goodness of steel-cut oats. The company produces whole grain-based frozen meals that prioritize health and accessibility, utilizing clean, natural ingredients that are gluten-free and rich in fiber, complete proteins, and other essential nutrients. Grainful aims to provide nourishing, high-quality food options for consumers at an affordable price, ensuring that wholesome meals are available for both lunch and dinner.

Armadio

Seed Round in 2017
Armadio is an online store offering certified, unique Italian products. We travel to Italy to find undiscovered designers and share them with the world. Our site offers unique Italian products without unnecessary markups.

Miyoko’s Kitchen

Series B in 2017
Miyoko’s Kitchen is a food production company that produces artisan cultured Vegan cheese and butter. Selling in thousands of stores across the country, the Miyoko's brand has garnered loyalty, excitement, and passion since 2014..

Forsake

Seed Round in 2017
Forsake is for those seeking more freedom and fewer ceilings. They design all-weather footwear for travel and adventure. Their goal is to bring higher level of versatility to your feet with products. Their products blend outdoor technology, rugged construction, and versatile styling. They're built for the mountains, and fit for every journey. Their story begins in 2009 when two friends left the east coast for snowier pastures in Big Sky, MT and Alta, UT. Jobs were secured, apartments were rented, and skiing powder became a daily pursuit. But life in the rockies doesn’t come without compromise. For starters, it puts a real strain on everyday footwear. Materials tear, feet slip, and water leaks everywhere. They needed a more rugged and reliable pair of sneakers. So, in 2012, they set about making them. They called it Forsake: for Sam and Jake.

Aiwa

Seed Round in 2017
Aiwa Corporation manufactures and markets audio equipment. Its products include Exos9, a portable Bluetooth speaker to entertain inside and outside of home, as well as extended batteries and remote controls for its speakers. The company was incorporated in 2011 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

Barnana

Venture Round in 2017
An alternative to traditional snacks; healthy, organic Barnana, the Super Potassium Snack, is pioneering the use of the banana's naturally occurring nutritional content. Barnana has no additives, no preservatives and is naturally sweet. Barnana's banana snacks are grown in sustainable, organic farms in South America and are an exceptional source of potassium, fiber and have over 20 vitamins and minerals. Original, Chocolate, Coconut, and Peanut Butter Organic Banana Bites can be found at Whole Foods, Safeway, Sprouts, and other finer grocers nationwide.

Rhythm Superfoods

Series D in 2017
Rhythm Superfoods, LLC is a natural food brand specializing in healthy snacks, with a product line that includes kale chips, beet chips, and broccoli bites. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company emphasizes the nutritional benefits of its offerings, which are rich in antioxidants, phytonutrients, and essential vitamins and minerals. Rhythm Superfoods markets its products through various channels, including online sales and distribution in retail outlets and grocery stores across the United States and Canada. The company aims to provide nutritious and tasty snack options to health-conscious consumers.

True Made Foods

Convertible Note in 2017
True Made Foods, Inc. specializes in producing vegetable-based sauces and ketchups, aiming to enhance the nutritional value of traditional American condiments. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, with manufacturing facilities in Henderson, North Carolina, the company focuses on infusing fresh vegetables into its products while significantly reducing sugar content. Their offerings include popular sauces such as ketchup, BBQ sauce, and sriracha, transforming these typically high-calorie items into nutrient-dense alternatives suitable for health-conscious consumers. True Made Foods markets its products through a network of supermarkets and online retailers, making them accessible to a wide audience.

nutpods

Series A in 2016
Nutpods is a consumer goods company that specializes in providing alternative milk, coffee creamer, tea creamer. The company has developed a cult-like following amongst health-conscious consumers living a dairy-free, plant-based lifestyle, and has become an integral part of wellness programs like Whole30.

Rebbl

Series D in 2016
Rebbl Inc. is a company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2011, that specializes in producing and selling plant-based beverages, particularly elixirs and tonics. The brand name, Rebbl, stands for roots, extracts, berries, bark, and leaves, reflecting the diverse plant constituents used in their products. The company focuses on crafting high-quality super herb beverages that incorporate traditional wellness plants and adaptogens, aiming to promote balance and wellness. Rebbl offers a variety of flavors, including dark chocolate, vanilla, hazelnut chocolate spiced pumpkin pie, salted caramel, oatmeal cookie, and chocolate peanut butter banana, catering to consumers seeking organic and vegan options that nourish the body. The products are available through various retail outlets.

Bitty Foods

Venture Round in 2016
Bitty Foods, LLC, founded in 2013 and based in San Francisco, California, specializes in producing food products made from cricket flour. The company aims to introduce edible insects as a protein-rich food option in the American diet. Bitty Foods dry roasts and mills crickets into a nutty-flavored powder, which serves as a key ingredient in various baked goods, including cakes, biscuits, cookies, and energy bars. Through its innovative approach, Bitty Foods seeks to promote sustainable and nutritious food alternatives.

Greycork

Debt Financing in 2016
Greycork is a Boston-based company that designs and markets a variety of furniture and home accessories. Founded in 2013 by John Humphrey and Bruce Kim, Greycork focuses on providing interior design solutions for homes and gardens. The company aims to create functional and stylish products that enhance living spaces.

Criquet Shirts

Series A in 2016
Criquet Shirts is a manufacturer of vintage-inspired shirts, polos, and sweaters for men, women, and children. It offers the finest vintage-inspired golf shirts, polos, and button-downs known to man, woman, and a small child that is inspired by iconic shirts recollected from the past as well as the occasional vintage store treasure that enable customers to get stylish and designer clothes with ease. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Austin, Texas.

Open Water

Seed Round in 2016
Open Water is a bottled water company focused on fighting ocean plastic pollution. The company offers water in 100% recyclable aluminum packaging that gets recycled more efficiently and more often than plastic, glass, and cartons keeping plastic out of our landfills and oceans. The Company donates a portion of each sale to ocean conservation projects. Open Water’s lineup includes still and sparkling water in reclosable 16-ounce Alumi-tek bottles and still water in standard 12-ounce cans. Open Water is a proud member of 1% For The Planet and is a certified Women-Owned business (WBENC).

POPRAGEOUS

Venture Round in 2016
POPRAGEOUS is an American printed apparel brand inspired by art, pop culture, and its customers. It manufactures and commercializes printed apparel for women. The company offers premium leggings, suspender leggings, dresses, onesie swimsuits, skater skirts, crop tops, and gift cards. POPRAGEOUS was founded in December 2012 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

Cora

Venture Round in 2016
Cora is an organic tampons and elegant accessories company that produces and markets applicator tampons, sanitary pads, and necklaces. The company believes that time of the month should never be a source of shame, harm or uncertainty. (Also: excessively pink packaging.) And it should never keep a girl from getting her education.They are committed to giving all women access to safe and effective period products as well as valuable and trustworthy information to educate and empower. Cora creates fearless content and innovative products through an elevated brand to shift the way women perceive and manage their periods, bladder leaks, post-birth recovery, and other natural experiences. Organic tampons, elegant accessories, convenient delivery, and period products to girls in need for every box sold.

Good Eggs

Series B in 2016
Good Eggs, Inc. is an online grocery market based in San Francisco, California, specializing in the delivery of fresh groceries and meal kits to customers' homes throughout the Bay Area. Founded in 2011, the company provides a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, meats, seafood, snacks, beverages, bakery items, pantry staples, and health and home essentials. Good Eggs emphasizes local sourcing, with over 70% of its offerings coming from regional suppliers, and adheres to strict quality standards for its products. With same-day delivery available seven days a week, Good Eggs aims to simplify meal preparation for families while promoting a sustainable food system. The company has also expanded its marketplace significantly in recent years, adding more than 1,000 new items and broadening its delivery reach. In addition to its commitment to quality food, Good Eggs prioritizes fair labor practices by providing its employees with competitive wages and benefits.

Pinrose

Venture Round in 2016
Pinrose is a manufacturer of luxury perfumes that focuses on creating toxin-free fragrances. The company employs synesthesia in its approach, allowing customers to discover scents that resonate with their personal preferences. This innovative method enhances the shopping experience by offering a unique and personalized way to select fragrances. Pinrose aims to celebrate accessible luxury through its distinctive and elegantly designed perfumes, making high-quality scents available to a broader audience.

Primizie

Venture Round in 2016
Primizie Snacks is a snack company based in Austin, Texas, specializing in chef-inspired flavored snack chips, particularly their signature Primizie Flatbread Crisps. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on creating high-quality snacks that are designed to complement cheeses, dips, and spreads, or to be enjoyed on their own. The flatbread crisps are crafted from premium ingredients, including unbleached wheat flour, non-GMO sunflower oil, Chimayo chilies, Dutch Gouda, and French Velvet Gris sea salt. Primizie aims to provide consumers with a healthy snacking option made from natural ingredients.

CRAVE

Series B in 2016
Crave is a lifestyle brand that offers sex toys through designed, discreet, and luxurious vibrators. The company was founded on the belief that sexual pleasure, intimacy, and satisfaction are at the core of being human. The company's first product was the Crave Duet, which was the first-ever crowd-funded sex toy and went on to secure over $100,000. The company officially launched in February 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Splash Wines

Venture Round in 2016
Splash Wines is a national US wine marketer. Clients pay a small fee to access wines and curated cases from around the world. Splash caps its margins at 15% and shipping-in a signature 15 bottle case-is included in the cost. That translates into the lowest pricing and greatest values and Splash also guarantees that clients do not pay for any wine they don't like. Great wines, outstanding value and top rated customer service is what Splash Wines is all about. The company was founded in 2014 and is based in Eagle, Idaho.

SnapSuits

Venture Round in 2016
SnapSuits LLC provides customizable suits for weddings online. It offers blue suits, grey/black suits, patterned suits, solid suits, stripe suits, tuxedos, wedding styles, and shirts. The company was incorporated in 2014 and is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Back to the Roots

Series A in 2016
Back to the Roots offers gardening kits to grow organic and gourmet mushrooms at homes. Founded in 2009 by Alejandro Velez and Nikhil Arora as a 100% sustainable urban mushroom farm, BTTR has transformed into a company focused on bringing sustainable grow-at-home products into households. Their Grow-at-Home Mushroom Garden is completely indoors and can grow up to 1lb of oyster mushrooms in as little as 10 days. They provide a simple, eco-friendly, and quick way to have fresh oyster mushrooms right in the kitchen.

Tio Gazpacho

Series A in 2016
Tio Gazpacho is a New York-based producer of drinkable gazpachos and chilled soups that emphasizes health and flavor through Mediterranean-inspired recipes. The company utilizes high-quality, all-natural ingredients, including raw vegetables and organic extra virgin olive oil, ensuring that their products are gluten-free and never heat pasteurized. Tio Gazpacho aims to provide consumers with convenient, nutritious meal options that align with modern dietary preferences.

Soma

Venture Round in 2016
Soma Water, Inc. is a manufacturer of water filtration products based in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in premium water filters and offers a range of products, including glass carafes, pitchers, and filters. Soma distinguishes itself by providing a subscription service that delivers innovative water filters directly to customers' homes, ensuring timely replacements. The company markets its products through various retail channels and operates as a subsidiary of Full Circle Home LLC.

B'more Organic

Venture Round in 2016
An organic food company based on skyr, an Icelandic style yogurt. Their foundation is based on local, family-owned and operated sustainable farming.They translated their passion for healthy living, fundraising, and environmental stewardship into a business selling easy to consume, great-tasting organic foods that are the perfect proportion of protein to carbohydrates.

Rebbl

Seed Round in 2016
Rebbl Inc. is a company based in Emeryville, California, founded in 2011, that specializes in producing and selling plant-based beverages, particularly elixirs and tonics. The brand name, Rebbl, stands for roots, extracts, berries, bark, and leaves, reflecting the diverse plant constituents used in their products. The company focuses on crafting high-quality super herb beverages that incorporate traditional wellness plants and adaptogens, aiming to promote balance and wellness. Rebbl offers a variety of flavors, including dark chocolate, vanilla, hazelnut chocolate spiced pumpkin pie, salted caramel, oatmeal cookie, and chocolate peanut butter banana, catering to consumers seeking organic and vegan options that nourish the body. The products are available through various retail outlets.

Rhythm Superfoods

Series C in 2016
Rhythm Superfoods, LLC is a natural food brand specializing in healthy snacks, with a product line that includes kale chips, beet chips, and broccoli bites. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company emphasizes the nutritional benefits of its offerings, which are rich in antioxidants, phytonutrients, and essential vitamins and minerals. Rhythm Superfoods markets its products through various channels, including online sales and distribution in retail outlets and grocery stores across the United States and Canada. The company aims to provide nutritious and tasty snack options to health-conscious consumers.

Sustain

Convertible Note in 2015
Sustain LLC specializes in the manufacture of natural sexual wellness products designed to promote women's reproductive and sexual health. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, the company offers a range of items including condoms, tampons, pads, lubricants, period cups, period underwear, liners, and wipes. Sustain's products are crafted from organic and fair trade materials, ensuring they are healthier and more environmentally friendly compared to traditional alternatives. The company emphasizes the importance of using safe ingredients, advocating for health-conscious choices in personal care. Sustain operates primarily through online sales and is a subsidiary of Grove Collaborative, Inc.

Supergoop

Series A in 2015
Supergoop, LLC develops sun protection products. Its products include Sun 101, a sunscreen product for ultraviolet (UV) protection. The company also offers sunscreen mousse, serum, CC cream, mineral setting powder, anti-aging eye cream, and lip balm for face; hand cream, sunscreen mousse, mineral sunscreen mist, and body butter for body; and lip balms, lip shield, and sunscreens for kids. Additionally, it also manufactures mineral products and products for travelers. The company sells its products online and through retail stores. Supergoop, LLC was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.

Trew

Venture Round in 2015
TREW is an outerwear company that combines style and technology to develop some of the most advanced technical wear. The company Direct-to-Consumer model allows us to use the latest in high tech fabrics and materials, and build products that would otherwise be too expensive to sell at traditional retail. It offers year-round products for any outdoor activity. This includes everything from puffy's to mid-layers, rain jackets to synthetics, and the lifestyle pieces that will be extremely functional and stylish whether off-piste or around town. They strive hard to maintain a simple and focused mission in order to produce outerwear that remains relevant and connected to the core of mountain riding. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Portland, Oregon, United States.

Hail Merry LLC

Venture Round in 2015
Hail Merry LLC is a manufacturer and seller of raw, vegan, and gluten-free snack products, established in 2006 and based in Dallas, Texas. The company offers a variety of snacks, including tarts, macaroons, grawnola, nuts, and seeds. Hail Merry's products are designed to celebrate the benefits of plant-based dietary fats, particularly focusing on raw nuts and organic virgin coconut oil. Their recipes are crafted using low-temperature dehydration techniques, which preserve the integrity of their consciously sourced raw oils and ingredients, resulting in a fresh taste experience. Hail Merry distributes its products through retail stores across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, as well as through online platforms.

Sonoma Cider

Venture Round in 2015
Sonoma Beverage Works, Inc. produces and markets apple, bourbon, and pear flavored ciders. It serves customers through a network of distributors. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Healdsburg, California.

GUIDEBOAT

Venture Round in 2015
The company’s American made boats and gear led to a wealth of other Guideboat goods, a point of view driven assortment. All products are sourced from their country of provenance. Thus, a forester’s jacket is from where it was always made, in this case, America, and is not a replica from other shores. Because we’re committed to this viewpoint the resulting product mix is 99.5% American and European, all with a focus on honesty, authenticity and longevity. From German alpine rucksacks to wax wear field coats we make here, from authentic Swedish rainwear to American felling axes, LA sewn women’s shirting and London submariners sweaters...all from whence they came, difficult to accomplish but our passionately made promise.

SmartyPants Vitamins

Venture Round in 2015
SmartyPants Vitamins offers gummy vitamins that include multivitamin, omega-3, and vitamin D supplements for kids and adults. It is a vitamin company that creates All-in-One gummy vitamins for both kids and adults, combining a full multivitamin supplement, omega 3 supplements, and vitamin D supplement into one serving of gummies. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Venice, California.

Soma

Venture Round in 2015
Soma Water, Inc. is a manufacturer of water filtration products based in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2012, the company specializes in premium water filters and offers a range of products, including glass carafes, pitchers, and filters. Soma distinguishes itself by providing a subscription service that delivers innovative water filters directly to customers' homes, ensuring timely replacements. The company markets its products through various retail channels and operates as a subsidiary of Full Circle Home LLC.

DreamDry

Venture Round in 2015
DreamDry, Inc. operates upscale salons in New York, specializing in a range of hair care services designed to enhance the customer experience. Founded in 2011, the company provides services such as shampooing, scalp massages, blowouts, personalized hair treatments, braiding, pinups, and conditioning masques, as well as services tailored for children. With a focus on luxury and personalization, DreamDry aims to deliver exceptional hairstyling experiences to its clientele. The company is headquartered in New York and operates as a subsidiary of Hudson BLVD Group.

Hylete

Venture Round in 2015
HYLETE offers performance cross-training apparel. It provides tees, tanks, shorts, base layer, jackets/hoodies, headwear, and socks for men; and tees, tanks, shorts, tights, hoodies, headwear, and socks for women. The company also offers youth apparel and gift cards. In addition, it provides programs for certified trainers, competitive athletes, and service personnel households. The company sells products online. HYLETE was founded in 2012 and is based in Solana Beach, California.

Wilde Brands

Venture Round in 2015
Wilde Brands is a manufacturer and producer of meat-based protein snack bars and chips. Its protein bar and chips are slow-roasted and made with hand-cut premium lean meats and super-foods that provide customers with the range of beef jerky, dried fruit, dried vegetables, meat-based snack foods, and vegetable chips and enable meat lovers to enjoy chips as per their choice. Wilde Brands was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado.

Tava Indian Kitchen

Series A in 2015
Tava Indian is an exciting new restaurant that allows guests to mix the fun of flavor with fresh ingredients.Take Tava to-go from one of our locations in Palo Alto (Town & Country Village), SOMA (2nd b/w Mission & Howard) or Santa Clara (Valley Fair Mall) -- or order it for your entire office, we love to cater to businesses in the Bay Area!

Green Zebra Grocery

Equity Crowdfunding in 2015
Green Zebra helps communities and workplaces discover healthy, delicious snacks, and food brands through small-format stores, grab-n-go, and friction-less technology. The company's mission is to increase access to healthy, organic, and local foods by disrupting the convenience store model.

Protein for Pets

Venture Round in 2015
Protein for Pets is an online pet food store that arranges the products by food types and prices. The food products are natural, protein-based and free of wheat, soy, and corn. Their branded line of NAKED products is stripped of all fillers, comes in raw frozen, freeze dried, and in kibble forms. Protein for Pets is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2014.

Smári Organics

Venture Round in 2015
Smári Organics is a food and beverage company that specializes in providing caffeine, high protein, functional ready to drink coffee.It features an Icelandic yogurt from organic, pasture-based cow’s milk. Known as skyr in Iceland, this strained yogurt packs one of the highest protein per ounce in the U.S. market. It’s available in six nonfat flavors: Strawberry, Blueberry, Vanilla, Peach, Coconut and Pure (there’s nothing plain about it), and two whole milk flavors: Pure and Vanilla. The company was founded in 2011 and headquartered in Petaluma, California.

SuperEats

Venture Round in 2015
SUPEREATS IS HEALTHY SNACKING, HEALTHY LIVING AND HAPPY LIVING. They launched our first products in May 2014 in New York City and now sell across the U.S., Canada and Japan. Their goal is to help everyone EAT healthier, LIVE healthier and in turn, live HAPPIER. For our brief history scroll all the way down! Their Company culture carries from our personal lifestyles to our products to our customer.

Underground Cellar

Seed Round in 2015
Underground Cellar is an innovative online wine marketplace for discovering and buying premium wine. Every day it features a winery, region, or varietal in a themed offering and randomly rewards consumers with free bottle swap-outs to rare and private-stash bottles from prestigious wineries. The company, which is located in San Francisco, CA, allows its users to purchase wine from its winery partners, and members can accumulate, store up to 500 bottles, and ship their purchases, in perfect conditions in a state-of-the-art wine cellar in California wine country.

Ruby Rockets

Venture Round in 2015
Ruby rockets specialize in producing non-GMO snack foods. It focuses on bringing a transformative perspective to the snack and grab-and-go food categories for kids and families. The company offers non-dairy frozen fruit and veggie pops in 8 delicious flavors which include Rock-It Red, Galaxy Green, Orbit Orange, Gravity Grape, Planetary Pink Lemonade, Far Out Fudge, Celestial Cherry, and Meteorite Mango.

Sonoma Cider

Venture Round in 2015
Sonoma Beverage Works, Inc. produces and markets apple, bourbon, and pear flavored ciders. It serves customers through a network of distributors. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Healdsburg, California.

Hylete

Venture Round in 2015
HYLETE offers performance cross-training apparel. It provides tees, tanks, shorts, base layer, jackets/hoodies, headwear, and socks for men; and tees, tanks, shorts, tights, hoodies, headwear, and socks for women. The company also offers youth apparel and gift cards. In addition, it provides programs for certified trainers, competitive athletes, and service personnel households. The company sells products online. HYLETE was founded in 2012 and is based in Solana Beach, California.

Tava Indian Kitchen

Venture Round in 2015
Tava Indian is an exciting new restaurant that allows guests to mix the fun of flavor with fresh ingredients.Take Tava to-go from one of our locations in Palo Alto (Town & Country Village), SOMA (2nd b/w Mission & Howard) or Santa Clara (Valley Fair Mall) -- or order it for your entire office, we love to cater to businesses in the Bay Area!

Rumble Supershake

Venture Round in 2014
Rumble Supershake is a hunger-fighting all natural protein shake.

Cooksimple

Venture Round in 2014
Cooksimple, LLC offers meal starters for healthy home cooking. The company’s products include cowboy chili, cranberry wild rice, Punjabi coconut curry, skillet lasagna, tamale pie, white bean Santa Fe chili, Alaskan salmon patty, New Orleans jambalaya, and Tibetan dal. It offers its products through stores nationwide; and online. The company is based in Red Lodge, Montana.

Whole Life Pet Products

Venture Round in 2014
Human Grade Real Food and Treats for Dogs and Cats.

Nomad

Venture Round in 2014
Nomad builds elegantly designed, rugged, minimalist smartphone and lifestyle accessories. Tools for the modern Nomad.

SmartyPants Vitamins

Venture Round in 2014
SmartyPants Vitamins offers gummy vitamins that include multivitamin, omega-3, and vitamin D supplements for kids and adults. It is a vitamin company that creates All-in-One gummy vitamins for both kids and adults, combining a full multivitamin supplement, omega 3 supplements, and vitamin D supplement into one serving of gummies. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Venice, California.

Bhakti

Seed Round in 2013
Bhakti, Inc. is a company based in Boulder, Colorado, that specializes in producing chai concentrates, iced chai beverages, dry tea products, and ready-to-drink products. Founded in 2002, the company prioritizes sustainability by sourcing ingredients that are Fair Trade, Non-GMO, and organic. Bhakti offers a diverse range of iced chai bottles in six varieties, including Original, Decaf, Coffee Blend, Semi-Sweet, Almond Blend, and Toasted Coconut Almond Blend. Its concentrate products are available in various sizes, such as quarts, half gallons, and gallons, and can be found in retailers like Whole Foods and Costco, as well as in cafes across the United States. Bhakti is committed to ethical business practices, aligning with the principles of B Corp and the triple bottom line approach.

SmartyPants Vitamins

Seed Round in 2013
SmartyPants Vitamins offers gummy vitamins that include multivitamin, omega-3, and vitamin D supplements for kids and adults. It is a vitamin company that creates All-in-One gummy vitamins for both kids and adults, combining a full multivitamin supplement, omega 3 supplements, and vitamin D supplement into one serving of gummies. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Venice, California.

EcoTensil

Angel Round in 2013
EcoTensil is a manufacturer of innovative disposable cutlery that provides an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic spoons. The company specializes in lightweight, space-efficient utensils made from sustainable paperboard materials. These products are designed to be both recyclable and compostable, catering to consumers seeking environmentally responsible options for their dining needs. EcoTensil's unique folding design transforms the paperboard into functional spoons, making them suitable for lunch boxes and food demonstrations. By focusing on sustainability and efficiency, EcoTensil aims to reduce plastic waste while offering a practical solution for disposable cutlery.

Episencial

Venture Round in 2012
Episencial, skin care is health care. One hundred percent of babies will experience dermatitis in their first year of life. Episencial combines advanced skin care technology with Actively Healthyâ„¢ ingredients including probiotics, neem oil and botanically-sourced essential fatty acids and antioxidants to enhance skin immunity and defend against daily environmental challenges from water, sun and air.