Branded Hospitality

Branded Hospitality Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2017 that focuses on investing in the hospitality sector, particularly in technology-driven and innovative food and beverage concepts. The firm serves as a micro venture investment and solutions platform, leveraging its extensive network of hospitality venues and partnerships to connect emerging companies with capital and customers. Branded Hospitality Ventures targets investments in seed-stage to later-stage companies, emphasizing opportunities that enhance operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and create unique customer experiences. The firm aims to provide its capital partners with distinctive investment opportunities while minimizing risks associated with investing in the hospitality industry.

David “Rev” Ciancio

Hospitality Partner

Gregory Essner

CFO

Jimmy Frischling

Founder and Managing Partner

James Frischling

Founder / Managing Partner

Matthew Lerner

COO and Partner

Stephen Van Note

Partner

Michael Schatzber

Founder and Managing Partner

Michael Schatzberg

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Mark Senkpiel

Portfolio Manager and Partner

Past deals in Beverages

TapRm

Convertible Note in 2022
TapRm’s omni-channel platform builds beer, cider and hard seltzer brands by combining traditional beer distribution with direct-to-consumer e-commerce for the first time in the United States. Breweries are not legally allowed to sell their beer (especially online) without a local distributor in each state that want to sell in, stemming from old and tired laws that are long overdue for disruption. Our new age distribution platform simplifies that launch and expansion process, allowing brands to reach their consumers wherever they enjoy their favorite beverages--bars, restaurants, markets, offices, and at home--without the cost and risk typically associated with geographic expansion.

USUAL

Series A in 2022
Provider of wines intended to reinvent, rethink, and re-create a perfect glass of wine. The company's wines have no additives, no sweeteners, and no stale, re-corked bottles, enabling users to enjoy the premium quality wines.

TapRm

Seed Round in 2021
TapRm’s omni-channel platform builds beer, cider and hard seltzer brands by combining traditional beer distribution with direct-to-consumer e-commerce for the first time in the United States. Breweries are not legally allowed to sell their beer (especially online) without a local distributor in each state that want to sell in, stemming from old and tired laws that are long overdue for disruption. Our new age distribution platform simplifies that launch and expansion process, allowing brands to reach their consumers wherever they enjoy their favorite beverages--bars, restaurants, markets, offices, and at home--without the cost and risk typically associated with geographic expansion.

Lavit

Series A in 2021
Lavit LLC is a New York-based company that specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of a unique water cooler designed to offer both still and sparkling water, along with 23 flavor options. Founded in 2011, Lavit has developed a multi-patented beverage dispensing technology that allows users to personalize their hydration experience. The system utilizes EcoCaps™, which are aluminum capsules that can be inserted into the cooler to customize flavor intensity and carbonation levels. This innovative approach enables individuals to enjoy chilled and filtered water and crafted beverages quickly and conveniently at the touch of a button, promoting healthy hydration in various environments such as workplaces and retail settings.

PourMeABeer

Venture Round in 2020
PourMyBeer’s self-pour technology enables faster, more efficient access to beverages by allowing consumers to pour their own beer, wine, cocktails, cold brew, and kombucha, and pay by the ounce. PourMyBeer is the world leader of self-pour, serving customers such as Whole Foods, Buffalo Wild Wings, the U.S. Air Force, Caesars Entertainment, Walk-Ons, and many more. PourMyBeer has over 7,000 taps in service at bars, restaurants, casinos, hotels, and grocery stores around the world.

TapRm

Seed Round in 2019
TapRm’s omni-channel platform builds beer, cider and hard seltzer brands by combining traditional beer distribution with direct-to-consumer e-commerce for the first time in the United States. Breweries are not legally allowed to sell their beer (especially online) without a local distributor in each state that want to sell in, stemming from old and tired laws that are long overdue for disruption. Our new age distribution platform simplifies that launch and expansion process, allowing brands to reach their consumers wherever they enjoy their favorite beverages--bars, restaurants, markets, offices, and at home--without the cost and risk typically associated with geographic expansion.

TapRm

Seed Round in 2019
TapRm’s omni-channel platform builds beer, cider and hard seltzer brands by combining traditional beer distribution with direct-to-consumer e-commerce for the first time in the United States. Breweries are not legally allowed to sell their beer (especially online) without a local distributor in each state that want to sell in, stemming from old and tired laws that are long overdue for disruption. Our new age distribution platform simplifies that launch and expansion process, allowing brands to reach their consumers wherever they enjoy their favorite beverages--bars, restaurants, markets, offices, and at home--without the cost and risk typically associated with geographic expansion.

Bbot

Convertible Note in 2019
Bbot, Inc. is a technology company specializing in order and payment solutions tailored for the hospitality industry, including bars, restaurants, hotels, breweries, and food halls. Founded in 2017 and based in Albany, New York, Bbot's platform enables businesses to create digital menus and offer guest-controlled, contactless ordering and payment options. The service aims to streamline food and beverage operations, enhance guest experiences, and reduce staffing costs. Key features include fast and secure payments, integration with point-of-sale systems, and customizable implementation plans, all designed to help hospitality businesses increase revenue and operational efficiency.

Bbot

Convertible Note in 2019
Bbot, Inc. is a technology company specializing in order and payment solutions tailored for the hospitality industry, including bars, restaurants, hotels, breweries, and food halls. Founded in 2017 and based in Albany, New York, Bbot's platform enables businesses to create digital menus and offer guest-controlled, contactless ordering and payment options. The service aims to streamline food and beverage operations, enhance guest experiences, and reduce staffing costs. Key features include fast and secure payments, integration with point-of-sale systems, and customizable implementation plans, all designed to help hospitality businesses increase revenue and operational efficiency.

Innovative Tap Solutions, LLC

Convertible Note in 2017
Innovative Tap Solutions LLC, operating under the brand PourMyBeer, specializes in self-pour beverage systems designed for a variety of venues including bars, restaurants, casinos, hotels, grocery stores, and co-working spaces. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, the company provides technology that enables consumers to pour their own beverages such as beer, wine, cocktails, cold brew, and kombucha. This innovative system allows for precise payment by the ounce, enhancing the customer experience while streamlining beverage service. As a leader in self-pour beverage technology, Innovative Tap Solutions is dedicated to transforming how beverages are served and consumed across various industries.

Innovative Tap Solutions, LLC

Convertible Note in 2017
Innovative Tap Solutions LLC, operating under the brand PourMyBeer, specializes in self-pour beverage systems designed for a variety of venues including bars, restaurants, casinos, hotels, grocery stores, and co-working spaces. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, the company provides technology that enables consumers to pour their own beverages such as beer, wine, cocktails, cold brew, and kombucha. This innovative system allows for precise payment by the ounce, enhancing the customer experience while streamlining beverage service. As a leader in self-pour beverage technology, Innovative Tap Solutions is dedicated to transforming how beverages are served and consumed across various industries.

Innovative Tap Solutions, LLC

Convertible Note in 2017
Innovative Tap Solutions LLC, operating under the brand PourMyBeer, specializes in self-pour beverage systems designed for a variety of venues including bars, restaurants, casinos, hotels, grocery stores, and co-working spaces. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Wheeling, Illinois, the company provides technology that enables consumers to pour their own beverages such as beer, wine, cocktails, cold brew, and kombucha. This innovative system allows for precise payment by the ounce, enhancing the customer experience while streamlining beverage service. As a leader in self-pour beverage technology, Innovative Tap Solutions is dedicated to transforming how beverages are served and consumed across various industries.
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