Alante Capital

Founded in 2016, Alante Capital is a venture capital firm based in Santa Barbara, California. It invests across deep tech, clean tech, consumer tech, SaaS, and other sectors, pairing comprehensive investment strategies with deep sector expertise to build risk-adjusted portfolios with potential for superior returns alongside transformative social and environmental impact.

Jordan Goldfarb

Venture Partner

Leslie Harwell

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Tess Krasne

Senior Associate

Karla Mora

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Past deals in Fashion

mannyAI

Pre Seed Round in 2024
MannyAI is a fashion technology startup that operates an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to enhance the sourcing process for both fashion brands and factories. The company's innovative network enables small batch production by aggregating similar orders from various brands, which helps streamline the manufacturing process. MannyAI offers features such as instant pricing and efficient order management, allowing fashion brands to mitigate inventory risks while simultaneously improving production efficiency for factories. By leveraging AI technology, MannyAI aims to transform traditional sourcing methods in the fashion industry.

retraced

Series A in 2024
Retraced is a Düsseldorf, Germany-based company that operates a blockchain-powered transparency platform for the fashion supply chain. The platform gives end consumers reliable information to verify sustainability and fairness, helping fashion brands earn trust and attract customers. Using artificial intelligence, the software collects data from suppliers on working conditions, materials, certifications, and environmental impacts and makes this information accessible to brands and their customers. By increasing visibility across the supply chain, Retraced enables informed purchasing decisions and helps brands demonstrate transparency and accountability throughout sourcing.

Matereal

Seed Round in 2024
Matereal is a manufacturer specializing in biobased polyurethane, aiming to replace traditional, toxic polyurethane products. The company focuses on producing environmentally safe plastics, particularly for the fashion and outdoor gear industries, providing sustainable coatings and adhesives. By offering these alternatives, Matereal helps its clients transition to a cleaner, more sustainable chemical supply chain.

Insempra

Series A in 2024
Insempra is a biotechnology company empowering businesses to transition their ingredient lists towards sustainability. It harnesses advanced technology to produce superior natural ingredients at scale, enabling leading brands in beauty & personal care, food & nutrition, and fashion industries to shift away from petrochemicals and reduce environmental impact.

Indyx

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Indyx is a digital wardrobe platform that enables users to catalog, style, and resell their clothing in a single application. It digitizes wardrobes, builds a database of collective wardrobes, and combines professional styling with a seamless resale experience. The platform helps individuals curate their personal style while supporting a scalable business model that addresses overconsumption and makes fashion more affordable. By integrating wardrobe management, styling guidance, and resale, Indyx aims to streamline how people organize, monetize, and refresh their apparel.
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