Branded Hospitality

Branded Hospitality, established in 2017, is a New York-based venture capital firm specializing in investments within the hospitality and technology sectors. The company focuses on seed, early, and later-stage companies, preferring minority stakes in its portfolio. Branded Hospitality operates through three key business lines: Venture Investments, Solutions, and Media. Through Venture Investments, the firm backs innovative technologies and emerging brands transforming the food service and hospitality landscape. The Solutions division collaborates with leading corporate partners to develop tailored solutions enhancing operational efficiency and brand visibility. As a media leader, Branded Hospitality creates and distributes compelling content, engaging key decision-makers and thought leaders in the industry.

David “Rev” Ciancio

Partner

Gregory Essner

CFO

Jimmy Frischling

Founder and Managing Partner

Matthew Lerner

COO and Partner

Stephen Van Note

Partner, Hospitality

Michael Schatzber

Founder and Managing Partner

Michael Schatzberg

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Mark Senkpiel

Portfolio Manager and Partner

Past deals in Hospitality

LDV Hospitality

Venture Round in 2024
LDV Hospitality is a boutique firm specializing in creating authentic dining and cocktail experiences. It designs, operates, and manages signature restaurant brands and tailored hospitality services for iconic hotels, ensuring guests enjoy unique and memorable experiences.

Bite

Seed Round in 2022
Bite Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company offers a range of products designed to enhance the guest experience in restaurants. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a software platform for self-service ordering through kiosks, and biteFLASH, a mobile interface that enables contactless ordering via QR codes. Bite's innovative software incorporates features such as facial recognition, allowing it to identify guests, learn their preferences, and tailor recommendations accordingly. This technology is predominantly utilized by quick service and fast casual restaurants, aiming to streamline operations and strengthen customer relationships.

GoTab

Convertible Note in 2021
GoTab is a hospitality commerce platform designed to assist large and mid-sized restaurants, breweries, bars, hotels, and other venues in operating efficiently and profitably. The platform offers a comprehensive suite of services, including ordering, point-of-sale, and kitchen management, while allowing for seamless integration with existing systems. Patrons can place orders and make payments through waitstaff or directly from their mobile devices, providing flexibility in the dining experience. By leveraging GoTab's technology, hospitality organizations can access essential features and actionable data tailored to their specific needs, ultimately leading to reduced operational costs and enhanced guest experiences.

Bbot

Convertible Note in 2019
Bbot, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in order and payment solutions tailored for the hospitality industry, including bars, restaurants, hotels, breweries, food halls, and multi-vendor setups. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Astoria, New York. Bbot's platform enables these establishments to create digital menus and offers guest-controlled, contactless ordering and payment options. This configurable solution is designed to streamline food and beverage operations, enhance customer experience, and help businesses increase revenue while reducing staffing costs. The platform features secure payment processing, integration with existing point-of-sale systems, and tailored customer support, making it a valuable asset for hospitality organizations looking to improve efficiency and service quality.
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