Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in major cities across North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies with an alumni connection and supported by established institutional lead investors. Alumni Ventures aims to provide accredited investors, particularly alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, with access to diversified venture portfolios that span various sectors and geographic regions. The firm typically invests between $0.01 million and $3 million and does not require board or observer seats in its portfolio companies. Through its managed fund families, Alumni Ventures enables investors to participate in a collaborative investment approach, fostering connections among alumni while facilitating investment opportunities in innovative ventures.

Rob Adams

Managing Partner

Gail Ball

Venture Scout

Andrew Baum

Vice President, Treasury and Capital Management

David Beazley

Executive Partner

Ali Byrd

Investor Advisory Council Member

Matt Caspari

Managing Partner, Strawberry Creek and amp; Deep Tech

Matt Castellini

Senior Associate

Helen Chen

CEO Services Analyst

Cainon Coates

Managing Partner

Michael Collins

CEO

Thomas Edwards

Associate

Yev Gelfand

Investor

Mason Hale

Senior Associate, Chestnut Street and Triphammer Ven

Jin Kim

Senior Vice President, Office of Investments

Lucas Kirshenbaum

VC Investor

Ron Levin

Managing Partner, AV Seed Fund and Doctors Innovate Fund

Jess Liu-Brown

Principal

Michael Madden

Co-Founder and Investment Professionals

Jonathan Meltzer

Managing Partner

Tom Meyer

Managing Partner, Nassau Street

Keith Murphy

Director, Video Programs

David Muson

CFO

Aisha Robinson

Comms Team VP of Strategic Communications

Saad Shaheen

Investor Operations Manager

Stephen Stolzenberg

Senior Associate

Justin Strausbaugh

Managing Partner, Lakeshore

Brittney Wade

Senior Associate, Seed Fund

Sarah Worden

Venture Scout

Wesley Yiu

Partner

Henri Yuan

Investor

Michael Yuann

Director of Investment Operations

Past deals in Dietary Supplements

Oobli

Series B in 2022
Derived from exotic plants, protein sweeteners are rare compounds that provide an amazing taste without the calories.

Mud\Wtr

Series A in 2021
MUD\WTR is an amalgam of organic, earth-grown ingredients lauded by cultures old and young around the world for their health and performance benefits.

Prima

Seed Round in 2021
Prima is a wellness brand based in Santa Monica, California, that specializes in hemp-based CBD and innovative botanical products. It aims to address modern stress through a commitment to education and the provision of high-quality, pure products. The brand emphasizes the importance of balance as a fundamental aspect of health and happiness. By integrating science and nature, Prima seeks to empower consumers to enhance their well-being and improve their quality of life. As a privately held Public Benefit Corporation, Prima also focuses on social impact, reinforcing its mission to promote holistic wellness and transparency in the wellness industry.

KetoNatural Pet Foods

Seed Round in 2021
KetoNatural Pet Foods, Inc. engages in the production of low-carbohydrate dry pet food. Its products offers nutrition and raw diet. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Beam Organics

Series A in 2021
Beam Organics Inc is a wellness brand that specializes in manufacturing cannabidiol-infused products designed to promote athletic recovery, overall wellness, and restful sleep. Established in 2018 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the company offers a diverse range of THC-free CBD products, including tinctures, salves, and oil droppers. Beam Organics focuses on providing consumers with innovative solutions for their health needs through its carefully formulated products.

FULLFILL

Seed Round in 2021
FULLFILL is a behavioral health company that offers weight loss training programs and services. The combines face-to-face virtual coaching, the best-proven weight loss techniques tailored to personal preferences, and a high-engagement empowerment program that surprises, provokes, delights, and challenges participants to awaken, be present, and create the change they want to see in themselves. FULLFILL was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Medipresso

Seed Round in 2021
Producer of medicinal herbal tea intended to combine medicines with natural ingredients. The company is researching the capsule business that makes it easier to enjoy herbal tea ingredients, which used to be difficult, through the careful blending of the tea sommelier and the high-pressure extraction method of the capsule machine, enabling customers to get medicinal value and enjoy their drinks.

Longève Brands

Seed Round in 2021
Longève Brands is a line of shelf-stable, pea protein products for those who like to cook.

Oobli

Series A in 2020
Derived from exotic plants, protein sweeteners are rare compounds that provide an amazing taste without the calories.

Motif

Venture Round in 2019
Motif FoodWorks, Inc. is a bio-organism engineering company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative food ingredients. The company focuses on producing animal-free proteins, including meat alternatives and dairy-free proteins, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food solutions. By utilizing fermentation technology, Motif creates essential proteins and nutrients that enhance both nutrition and flavor in food products. The company collaborates with chefs, health experts, and food innovators to develop new ingredient solutions aimed at transforming the food industry and promoting sustainability. Established in 2018 and originally known as Motif Ingredients, Motif FoodWorks rebranded in 2019 to reflect its commitment to advancing the next generation of healthy and plant-based foods.

Motif

Series A in 2019
Motif FoodWorks, Inc. is a bio-organism engineering company based in Boston, Massachusetts, that specializes in developing innovative food ingredients. The company focuses on producing animal-free proteins, including meat alternatives and dairy-free proteins, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food solutions. By utilizing fermentation technology, Motif creates essential proteins and nutrients that enhance both nutrition and flavor in food products. The company collaborates with chefs, health experts, and food innovators to develop new ingredient solutions aimed at transforming the food industry and promoting sustainability. Established in 2018 and originally known as Motif Ingredients, Motif FoodWorks rebranded in 2019 to reflect its commitment to advancing the next generation of healthy and plant-based foods.

Vital Plan

Venture Round in 2018
Vital Plan, Inc. specializes in producing natural supplements aimed at addressing various health conditions, including cardiovascular health, digestive issues, immune support, and stress management. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, the company aims to enhance transparency and credibility within the natural products industry, which has often faced criticism for misleading labeling and poor-quality ingredients. In addition to its range of supplements, Vital Plan offers guided educational wellness courses, health coaching, and physician-formulated supplement protocols to empower individuals on their health journeys. The company provides its products online, making them accessible to a broader audience seeking to improve their overall well-being.

Replenish

Venture Round in 2017
Replenish specializes in the manufacturing of self-cleaning blenders designed for the preparation of healthy smoothies and snacks. The company's innovative blenders offer a convenient solution for users by instantly preparing nutritious options. Additionally, Replenish provides pre-packaged cups filled with a diverse selection of hyper-fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts. These ingredients are flash-frozen at their peak ripeness to maintain their vitamins and nutrients, ensuring that customers have access to all-natural produce at its optimal freshness. This combination of technology and quality ingredients aims to promote healthy eating habits in homes and offices.

ISOThrive

Seed Round in 2015
ISOThrive, LLC specializes in developing ingredients for the dietary supplement market with a focus on enhancing gut health. The company offers ISOThrive Prebiotic Nectar, a zero-calorie, prebiotic soluble fiber derived from plants and fermented vegetables. This product is designed to nourish beneficial bacteria in the digestive system, promoting overall health and wellness without adding calories to the diet. Established in 2013, ISOThrive is headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, and sells its products online, catering to both human and animal health needs.
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