Lerer Hippeau

Lerer Hippeau, established in 2010, is a prominent New York-based venture capital firm. It specializes in seed-stage investments, focusing on entrepreneurs with innovative ideas across various sectors, including consumer, enterprise, and technology. With over 250 active portfolio companies, notable investments include Allbirds, Bowery Farming, Guideline, K Health, and Zipline. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, supporting founders with product vision, customer insight, and brand-building expertise. Lerer Hippeau has also adopted the Diversity Term Sheet Rider, demonstrating its commitment to diversity and inclusion in its investment practices.

Graham Brown

Managing Partner

Stephanie Manning Cohen

Operating Partner

Sharlene Guiriba

Associate

Andrea Hippeau

Partner

Suraj Kapoor

Director

Benjamin Lerer

Managing Partner

Ben Lerer

Managing Partner

Will McKelvey

Investor

Isabelle Phelps

Partner

Daniel Rochkind

CFO

Maurice Russo

Investor

Max Wechter

Director of Strategy

James Wellemeyer

Investor

Past deals in Colorado

Spark Grills

Convertible Note in 2020
Spark Grills Inc. is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells innovative backyard charcoal grills. Established in 2017 and based in Boulder, Colorado, Spark Grills offers a unique grilling experience through its proprietary wood and charcoal Briq system, which enables quick ignition and easy clean-up. The grills are designed for both grilling enthusiasts and home chefs, providing oven-like temperature control that allows for precise culinary creativity. Additionally, Spark Grills incorporates a social impact initiative aimed at reducing open air pollution, enhancing its commitment to sustainability. The company's products are available for purchase online, making them accessible to a wide range of consumers.

Havenly

Series C in 2019
Havenly is an online interior design service provider based in Denver, Colorado, with additional physical presence in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 2013, Havenly connects users with professional interior designers through online style surveys and photo uploads, allowing clients to receive personalized design consultations tailored to their unique style and space. The platform facilitates the purchase of furniture and decorative items from a wide range of retailers, ensuring competitive pricing. Havenly's services cater to various budgets, making home redesign accessible and cost-effective for users.

Sweet Reason

Seed Round in 2019
Sweet Reason Beverage Co. is a New York-based producer of CBD-infused sparkling water. The company offers a range of naturally flavored beverages, including Grapefruit, Cucumber Mint, and Strawberry Lavender, each made in the USA. Utilizing CO2-extracted CBD sourced from organic hemp in Colorado, Sweet Reason's products are designed to deliver health benefits without the negative effects of sugar, sweeteners, or artificial ingredients. Each 12 oz bottle contains no sugar, sweeteners, sodium, or carbohydrates and is just five calories, positioning the company as a health-conscious alternative in the beverage market. Sweet Reason distributes its products through various retail stores and online platforms in New York.

Spark Grills

Seed Round in 2018
Spark Grills Inc. is a company that develops, manufactures, and sells innovative backyard charcoal grills. Established in 2017 and based in Boulder, Colorado, Spark Grills offers a unique grilling experience through its proprietary wood and charcoal Briq system, which enables quick ignition and easy clean-up. The grills are designed for both grilling enthusiasts and home chefs, providing oven-like temperature control that allows for precise culinary creativity. Additionally, Spark Grills incorporates a social impact initiative aimed at reducing open air pollution, enhancing its commitment to sustainability. The company's products are available for purchase online, making them accessible to a wide range of consumers.
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