Lerer Hippeau

Lerer Hippeau is a seed-stage venture capital firm based in New York City, founded in 2010. It invests early in a wide range of sectors and provides hands-on support to founders as they build companies, drawing on operating experience. The firm has backed a broad portfolio across consumer and enterprise startups, including Allbirds, Guideline, MIRROR, K Health, ZenBusiness, Thrive, and Blockdaemon.

Graham Brown

Partner

Stephanie Cohen

Operating Partner

Sharlene Guiriba

Associate

Andrea Hippeau

Partner

Eric Hippeau

Managing Partner

Past deals in Catering

Cure Hydration

Series A in 2023
Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.

Everytable

Series C in 2022
Everytable is a company focused on providing nutritious and affordable meals through its grab-and-go locations and a tech-driven casual restaurant platform. The business aims to transform the food system by making fresh, healthy food accessible to all. By utilizing a made-from-scratch approach in its kitchen and streamlining operations to reduce costs, Everytable ensures that consumers can easily order wholesome meals online at competitive prices. The overarching goal is to enhance food accessibility and promote healthier eating habits in various communities.

Cure Hydration

Seed Round in 2020
Cure is a VC-backed hydration brand based in New York City. We’re the only premium hydration brand with a science-backed formula, plant-based ingredients, no added sugar, and 4x the electrolytes of leading sports drinks. The product is based on the World Health Organization's formula for Oral Rehydration Solution that is proven to hydrate as effectively as an IV drip but, unlike other ORS products, the ingredients are non-GMO, sustainably sourced, and have no added sugar. Made with coconut water and pink Himalayan salt, Cure provides everything your body needs for daily hydration and nothing it doesn't. Cure is backed by a medical advisory board that includes Dr. Roshini Raj, Dr. Dana Cohen, and Brooke Alpert and is FSA/HSA Eligible. In just 4 years, Cure has expanded to over 13,000 retail stores nationwide including CVS, Walgreens, and Sprouts, and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in America at #225 (#10 in Food and Beverage). Cure is a female-founded company, certified Plastic Neutral, and donates a serving for every purchase made to someone in need. Our investors include Lerer Hippeau, Valedor Partners, Rocana Ventures, Beliade, Silas Capital, Litani Ventures, Joyance Partners, Parallel Ventures, Great Oaks Venture Capital, Simple Food Ventures, Carly Strife (Founder of BARK), Kathleen King (Founder of Tate's Cookies), Philip Krim (CEO at Casper), Nick Green (CEO at Thrive Market), Nas, Andy Roddick and more.

Sweet Reason Beverage

Seed Round in 2019
Sweet Reason Beverage Co. is a New York-based producer of hemp- and cannabis-infused sparkling waters. The beverages are naturally flavored and contain CO2-extracted CBD from Colorado organic hemp, with no sugar, sweeteners, carbohydrates, sodium, or artificial ingredients, and about five calories per 12-ounce bottle. Flavors include Grapefruit, Cucumber Mint, and Strawberry Lavender. The products are distributed through retailers and online outlets in New York.

Everytable

Venture Round in 2017
Everytable is a company focused on providing nutritious and affordable meals through its grab-and-go locations and a tech-driven casual restaurant platform. The business aims to transform the food system by making fresh, healthy food accessible to all. By utilizing a made-from-scratch approach in its kitchen and streamlining operations to reduce costs, Everytable ensures that consumers can easily order wholesome meals online at competitive prices. The overarching goal is to enhance food accessibility and promote healthier eating habits in various communities.

Ample Hills Creamery

Series A in 2017
Ample Hills Creamery, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based ice cream company founded in 2010, known for its unique and decadent ice cream creations. The company specializes in handcrafting ice cream in small batches using fresh, local, all-natural ingredients, including hormone-free milk and cream from grass-fed cows, as well as organic cane sugar. In addition to a diverse range of flavors, Ample Hills offers cakes and mix-ins, catering to various events such as weddings, corporate gatherings, and family reunions. Its products are available online and in retail stores, providing customers with a distinctive ice cream experience. In March 2020, Ample Hills Creamery filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York.

Good Uncle

Seed Round in 2016
Good Uncle is a technology-driven food delivery service specifically catered to college students. Founded in November 2015 by Matt Doumar and Wiley Cerilli, the company offers an app that allows users to easily find and order meals delivered directly to their campus. Good Uncle collaborates with local chefs to curate a diverse menu that changes every six months, ensuring a wide variety of cuisines for subscribers. The platform not only facilitates the ordering process but also allows customers to track their deliveries, enhancing the overall dining experience. By focusing on the needs of college students, Good Uncle aims to simplify meal preparation and provide convenient access to quality food options.

Ample Hills Creamery

Seed Round in 2015
Ample Hills Creamery, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based ice cream company founded in 2010, known for its unique and decadent ice cream creations. The company specializes in handcrafting ice cream in small batches using fresh, local, all-natural ingredients, including hormone-free milk and cream from grass-fed cows, as well as organic cane sugar. In addition to a diverse range of flavors, Ample Hills offers cakes and mix-ins, catering to various events such as weddings, corporate gatherings, and family reunions. Its products are available online and in retail stores, providing customers with a distinctive ice cream experience. In March 2020, Ample Hills Creamery filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York.
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