LDR Ventures

LDR Ventures is a venture capital and incubator firm located in Los Angeles, California, established in 2012. The firm focuses on seed, startup, and early-stage investments, primarily in sectors such as fashion and apparel, fitness and wellness, food, home decor, health and beauty, retail technology, legal tech, fashion tech, accessories, footwear, consumer lifestyle brands, eCommerce, and marketplaces. LDR Ventures typically invests between $100,000 and $500,000 in Seed and Series A funding rounds, with a preference for companies valued around $1.4 billion. The firm actively seeks to support female and minority founders and employs a hands-on approach to leverage its team's operational expertise and strategic networks to foster business growth. While its primary investments are in the United States, LDR Ventures also provides advisory services to companies globally, including regions in Australia, Europe, and Asia.

Maxine Koven

Co Managing Director and Head of Platform

James Scharpf

Partner

14 past transactions

The.com

Seed Round in 2021
Boost engagement and conversion rates by automatically crafting individualized pages tailored to each visitor's unique preferences, ensuring meaningful interactions that resonate with prospects and drive them seamlessly towards desired actions

Shaka Tea

Venture Round in 2020
Shaka Tea produces and sells herbal iced teas brewed from māmaki, a unique plant native to Hawaii. Founded in 2016 and based in Hilo, Hawaii, the company offers a range of bottled teas in various tropical fruit and botanical flavors, all of which are naturally caffeine-free and contain no added sugars. Shaka Tea emphasizes sustainability by supporting regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming practices. Its products are available in major retailers across Hawaii and the continental United States, as well as through online platforms like Amazon. The company was created by Bella Hughes and her husband Harrison Rice, who aimed to honor Hawaiian culture by providing an authentically local and healthy beverage option.

Junzi Kitchen

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2015, junzi grew out of a hunger for our childhood staples: northern Chinese food made with healthy, seasonal ingredients. Yet recreating the taste of home has done much more than sate our cravings—the amazing power of food in building community has inspired us to make our bings and noodles accessible to all. In just three years, we’ve grown junzi to four locations in New Haven, CT near Yale University, Morningside Heights near Columbia University, Greenwich Village near NYU and (soon-to-open) Bryant Park—and that’s just the beginning!

Court Buddy

Series A in 2018
Court Buddy is an online platform that connects clients with attorneys for various legal services tailored to their specific needs, expertise, and location in the United States. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a marketplace where clients can find vetted solo attorneys for personal and business legal matters, including civil and criminal defense. Court Buddy allows clients to engage attorneys based on their budget, providing a range of a-la-carte legal services at flat rates. The platform features tools such as instant messaging, video chat, and secure payment options through its 'CourtBuddy Chat' app and 'CB Direct Pay' service, enhancing communication and transaction efficiency between clients and attorneys. Recognized for its innovative approach, Court Buddy has received accolades, including the American Bar Association’s Legal Access Award and praise from notable figures in entrepreneurship.

Court Buddy

Seed Round in 2017
Court Buddy is an online platform that connects clients with attorneys for various legal services tailored to their specific needs, expertise, and location in the United States. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a marketplace where clients can find vetted solo attorneys for personal and business legal matters, including civil and criminal defense. Court Buddy allows clients to engage attorneys based on their budget, providing a range of a-la-carte legal services at flat rates. The platform features tools such as instant messaging, video chat, and secure payment options through its 'CourtBuddy Chat' app and 'CB Direct Pay' service, enhancing communication and transaction efficiency between clients and attorneys. Recognized for its innovative approach, Court Buddy has received accolades, including the American Bar Association’s Legal Access Award and praise from notable figures in entrepreneurship.

Court Buddy

Convertible Note in 2017
Court Buddy is an online platform that connects clients with attorneys for various legal services tailored to their specific needs, expertise, and location in the United States. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company offers a marketplace where clients can find vetted solo attorneys for personal and business legal matters, including civil and criminal defense. Court Buddy allows clients to engage attorneys based on their budget, providing a range of a-la-carte legal services at flat rates. The platform features tools such as instant messaging, video chat, and secure payment options through its 'CourtBuddy Chat' app and 'CB Direct Pay' service, enhancing communication and transaction efficiency between clients and attorneys. Recognized for its innovative approach, Court Buddy has received accolades, including the American Bar Association’s Legal Access Award and praise from notable figures in entrepreneurship.

Junzi Kitchen

Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2015, junzi grew out of a hunger for our childhood staples: northern Chinese food made with healthy, seasonal ingredients. Yet recreating the taste of home has done much more than sate our cravings—the amazing power of food in building community has inspired us to make our bings and noodles accessible to all. In just three years, we’ve grown junzi to four locations in New Haven, CT near Yale University, Morningside Heights near Columbia University, Greenwich Village near NYU and (soon-to-open) Bryant Park—and that’s just the beginning!

Haiven Home

Seed Round in 2016
Haiven Home specializes in the development of advanced smart home security devices that enhance home safety with an emphasis on aesthetics and ease of use. Their innovative security cameras are designed to be wireless and simple to install, allowing homeowners to seamlessly integrate them into their living spaces. Unlike traditional security gadgets, these cameras resemble decorative items, combining functionality with elegance. By focusing on creating visually appealing products, Haiven Home aims to provide effective security solutions that do not compromise the beauty of the home.

Territory Foods

Seed Round in 2016
Territory Foods is a meal delivery service that focuses on providing chef-prepared, nutritionist-approved meals tailored to various dietary preferences. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Arlington, VA, the company offers a diverse range of freshly-made meals designed by culinary professionals and nutrition experts. Its menus feature artisan dishes that are responsibly sourced and free of refined sugars, gluten, and dairy, catering to health-conscious consumers. Meals can be customized to fit dietary needs such as Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, and Keto, making it easier for customers to maintain healthy eating habits. Territory Foods employs a proprietary algorithm to ensure a rotating menu that keeps meal options varied and engaging.

Fame and Partners

Convertible Note in 2015
Fame & Partners is a fashion platform dedicated to women, focusing on custom-made apparel for special occasions. The company offers a diverse range of bespoke clothing, including ball gowns, evening gowns, party wear, and wedding suits, all designed to suit individual styles and body types. By employing a made-to-order model, Fame & Partners not only celebrates the uniqueness of each customer but also aims to minimize fashion's environmental impact through ethical production practices. This approach enables consumers to express their individuality while making environmentally conscious choices in their fashion purchases.

Thrive Market

Series A in 2015
Thrive Market, Inc. is a membership-based online shopping platform founded in 2014 and based in Culver City, California. The company aims to make healthy living accessible and affordable by providing a wide range of high-quality, organic, and non-GMO products at wholesale prices. Thrive Market offers over 5,000 items across various categories, including food, health, beauty, home, and pet supplies, allowing customers to shop according to their dietary preferences and lifestyles. The platform serves both residential and commercial customers throughout the United States. In addition to its core mission, Thrive Market matches every paid membership with a free membership for someone in need, and has initiated programs like Thrive Gives, which raises funds to support food access and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Bow & Drape

Seed Round in 2014
Bow & Drape Inc. is an online retailer specializing in custom-designed apparel and accessories for women, including bridal clothing and pet products. Founded in 2012 and based in New York, the company allows customers to create unique garments by choosing from a selection of silhouettes, colors, and trims. Once a design is finalized, Bow & Drape manufactures the item in the USA and ships it directly to the customer within two weeks. Formerly known as Zoora LLC, Bow & Drape Inc. has been operating as a subsidiary of Brand Value Growth LLC since November 2019.

Thrive Market

Seed Round in 2014
Thrive Market, Inc. is a membership-based online shopping platform founded in 2014 and based in Culver City, California. The company aims to make healthy living accessible and affordable by providing a wide range of high-quality, organic, and non-GMO products at wholesale prices. Thrive Market offers over 5,000 items across various categories, including food, health, beauty, home, and pet supplies, allowing customers to shop according to their dietary preferences and lifestyles. The platform serves both residential and commercial customers throughout the United States. In addition to its core mission, Thrive Market matches every paid membership with a free membership for someone in need, and has initiated programs like Thrive Gives, which raises funds to support food access and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Sweetgreen

Series D in 2013
Sweetgreen, established in 2007, operates as a fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in simple, seasonal, and healthy salads and grain bowls. Headquartered in Washington D.C., the company sources whole produce daily from local farms to create its dishes in-house. Sweetgreen maintains strategic partnerships with organizations like FoodCorps and offers branded merchandise for sale online alongside gift cards. With locations across Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, and D.C., it aims to provide convenient access to wholesome meals while promoting sustainable agriculture.
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