Skin Pharm
Private Equity Round in 2023
Skin Pharm is a cosmetic dermatology practice dedicated to enhancing the skincare routine of adults. The company offers a range of services including micro-needling, filler treatments, Botox injections, laser treatments, and chemical peels. In addition to these procedures, Skin Pharm provides its own line of skincare products such as sunscreens, clarifying pods, and serums, ensuring customers have comprehensive solutions for maintaining skin health.
Fly by Jing
Series B in 2023
Founded in 2018, Fly by Jing specializes in manufacturing and retailing authentic Chinese food flavors. Its product range includes chili crisp, dumpling sauce, spice mixes, pepper, and chili, offering consumers a modern take on traditional Chinese street snacks.
Founded in 2019 by Justin Gill, Bachan's is a food and beverage company specializing in traditional Japanese barbecue sauce. Their cold-filled, non-pasteurized sauces contain no preservatives or added flavorings, making them versatile for marinating meat, fish, vegetables, and rice, or as dips for sausages and fries.
Blueland
Seed Round in 2022
Blueland is a consumer products company that aims to reduce single-use plastic by offering a system of reusable bottles and refill tablets that create cleaning and personal care solutions when mixed with water. It began with cleaning sprays and hand soap, built on a science-driven approach to deliver effective, non-toxic products that are simple and affordable. The refillable cleaning kit includes a reusable bottle and refill tablets, enabling customers to clean homes and belongings with less waste. The business focuses on sustainability and practical, consumer-friendly options that replace traditional packaging while maintaining performance.
The Center
Series A in 2021
The Center is a beauty multi-brand platform that creates and grows compelling and highly commercial brands in the beauty and wellness space. It brings together an experienced and agile team of strategic and operational experts with a track record of launching market-leading consumer goods companies.
The Center's ability to create, define, and market beauty brands are enhanced by a thorough understanding of forecasting consumer trends. Furthermore, The Center's testing, manufacturing, and distribution management add value throughout the product life cycle. The centralized shared-services platform within The Center's vertical ecosystem identifies trends and efficiencies to be shared across their entire portfolio of brands.
Bachan's
Funding Round in 2021
Founded in 2019 by Justin Gill, Bachan's is a food and beverage company specializing in traditional Japanese barbecue sauce. Their cold-filled, non-pasteurized sauces contain no preservatives or added flavorings, making them versatile for marinating meat, fish, vegetables, and rice, or as dips for sausages and fries.
Fly by Jing
Private Equity Round in 2021
Founded in 2018, Fly by Jing specializes in manufacturing and retailing authentic Chinese food flavors. Its product range includes chili crisp, dumpling sauce, spice mixes, pepper, and chili, offering consumers a modern take on traditional Chinese street snacks.
So Good Brand
Series C in 2020
So Good Brand is a health-focused food and beverage company that aims to make healthy options more accessible for active and wellness-minded consumers. The company offers organic, dairy-free products such as cold-pressed juices, probiotic shots, smoothies, and salads made from non-GMO fruits and vegetables, emphasizing taste and nutrition. Its products are distributed through multiple channels, including company-run cafes, a mobile juice truck, an online store, and wholesale partnerships with grocery stores, co-ops, cafes, health clubs, and fitness studios. The company prioritizes innovation and high standards of quality and safety, operating a production kitchen that is GMP and Organic certified to ensure product integrity. By combining clean ingredients, probiotic benefits, and convenient formats, So Good Brand seeks to support customers who want to maintain a vibrant, active lifestyle without compromising flavor.
Banza LLC is a food manufacturer based in Detroit, Michigan, specializing in chickpea-based pasta products. Founded in 2014, the company offers a variety of pasta shapes, including penne, rotini, shells, and elbows, all designed to provide nutritious alternatives to traditional pasta. Banza's mission is to make healthy food more accessible, and its products are enriched with protein and fiber, catering to consumers seeking delicious comfort food without compromising on health. The brand has gained significant recognition, being available in approximately 8,000 retail locations across the United States, including major stores like Target, Kroger, and Whole Foods. Banza has received endorsements from prominent media outlets, highlighting its innovation and contribution to the food industry.