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Quevos Shark Tank Update

Great article in Chicago Inno, “Why the founder of KIND Snacks doubled down on his Quevos investment after Shark Tank“. Nick and Zach gave an update on Quevos during the January 14, 2021 episode of Shark Tank, including announcing additional funding from Daniel Lubetzky, founder of KIND Snacks (CompanyFirst invested alongside Daniel Lubetzky). The pictures above are from the original …

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CompanyFirst Invests in Betr Remedies

Betr Remedies

CompanyFirst is proud to announce an investment in Betr Remedies. Betr Remedies contain the exact same FDA-authorized ingredients as leading brands, but they don’t just make you feel better: Every Betr Remedies purchase you make helps keep medications out of landfills and helps get it into the hands of people who need it most. It’s Betr for you, Betr for the environment, and Betr for everyone.

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Life Beyond DTC (Podcast)

We recently had an opportunity to sit down and chat with Matthew Gattozzi on the How to Market Your DTC Brand Podcast to talk about how we think about building brands, channel strategy, and the pros/cons of direct-to-consumer (DTC).

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CompanyFirst Summer 2021 Newsletter

CompanyFirst Summer 2021 Newsletter Intro

Did you get a copy of the CompanyFirst Summer 2021 Newsletter? If you did not receive our newsletter, fear not! You can view an archive of the full newsletter and sign up for future editions via the links below: CompanyFirst Summer 2021 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/companyfirst/companyfirst-summer-2021 Sign Up for Future CompanyFirst Newsletters: http://consumer.vc/sign-up-for-news/ For more info, be sure to follow CompanyFirst on …

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CompanyFirst Invests in Pacha Soap Co.

CompanyFirst is proud to announce an investment in Pacha Soap Co. founded by Andrew and Abi Vrbas. Pacha creates artisan personal care products crafted to help you feel good, so you can do good. Pacha Soap proves you can change the world from anywhere. Andrew and Abi find their purpose in serving others. They were inspired to create Pacha (which …

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CompanyFirst Invests in Yishi Foods

Yishi Foods

CompanyFirst is proud to announce an investment in Yishi Foods (formerly Crave Natural), a purposeful food company founded by Lin Jiang. Inspired by traditional Eastern food wisdom, Yishi is a functional breakfast brand that meets the nutritional and wellness needs of modern consumers. Yishi products aim to support sustained energy, skin health, calmness, and alertness. Yishi is the Chinese word …

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CompanyFirst Winter 2021 Newsletter

Did you get a copy of the CompanyFirst Winter 2021 Newsletter? Among the topics covered in the newsletter: New CompanyFirst Team Member New CompanyFirst Investments Calendar, Events, and Community If you did not receive our newsletter, fear not! You can view an archive of the full newsletter and sign up for future editions via the links below: CompanyFirst Winter 2021 …

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CompanyFirst Invests in Huron

CompanyFirst is excited to announce an investment in Huron! Whether at home, at the gym, or on the road, Huron has the products and kits you need to ensure that you are looking great and feeling fresh, day after day. Founded by Matt Mullenax, a former college athlete, Huron is on a quest to create products that would work just …

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CompanyFirst Invests in O’MY Foods

O'MY Vanilla

CompanyFirst is excited to announce an investment in O’MY Foods. O’MY creates deliciously creamy, simply made treats that the whole family can enjoy (e.g. allergen free, low-calorie). Proud to support co-founders Allison Monette and Julie Bishop as they build this amazing brand! Founded in 2017 in Richmond, Va., O’MY is a WBENC certified Woman-Owned small business. O’MY offers 10 flavors …

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