About CAVU Consumer Partners
CAVU Consumer Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 2015. It is primarily based out of New York City, United States. As of Jul 2026, CAVU Consumer Partners is an active investor, having invested in 39 companies, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months. It primarily invests in Series B round in United States based startups. Its investments are spread across a wide range of sectors from Retail to Consumer and High Tech. Most recently it participated in the $***** Series A round of Dolce Glow Overall, CAVU Consumer Partners portfolio has seen 1 unicorn, 3 IPOs and 13 acquisitions including key companies like Whoop, Health-Ade and Once Upon A Farm. A lot of funds co-invest with CAVU Consumer Partners, with names like Greycroft sharing a substantial percentage of its portfolio. CAVU Consumer Partners has team of 7 people including 2 partners.Key Metrics
Team Members
Portfolio Count
Portfolio Locations
Rounds of Entry
Series A, Series B & 4 more
Portfolio IPOs
Portfolio Acquisitions
Portfolio Unicorns
Portfolio Soonicorns
Deals in last 12 months
CAVU Consumer Partners' List of Top Investments
CAVU Consumer Partners has a portfolio of 39 companies, one of which is a Unicorn. Their most notable investments are in Native Pet and High Brew Coffee.Their portfolio spans across United States, Canada, Netherlands and 3 more locations. They have invested in Retail, Consumer, High Tech and 8 other sectors, across stages such as Series A, Series B and 4 more. Here is the list of top investments by CAVU Consumer Partners:
Thrive Market is an online membership-based platform offering organic groceries. Their product catalog includes snacks, beauty products, household products, beverages, etc. The company claims that its users can shop across categories like vegan, paleo, raw, gluten-free, etc. Some of the brands associated with the company are Jackson's honest, Acure, Smarty Pants, etc.
Key facts about Thrive Market
- Founded Year: 2014
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series C
- Total Funding till date: $332M
- Employee Count: 929 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Western Technology Investment, SIZE and 65 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series C, Jul 16, 2018, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
2. Whoop
Provider of wearable trackers to monitor fitness data. The devices track sleep patterns, strain levels, recovery metrics, and stress indicators. The data collected helps users make informed decisions regarding their fitness, health, and lifestyle choices. The fitness trackers offer insights into sleep optimization, activity tracking, and personalized guidance based on individual cycles.
Key facts about Whoop
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: Boston (United States)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series G
- Total Funding till date: $979M
- Employee Count: 1,664 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Glade Brook Capital, Trinity Capital and 68 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Mar 31, 2026, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
3. Health-Ade
Bubbly probiotic tea and gut-healthy soda for a happier gut. They offer a variety of kombucha flavors in bottles and cans, along with Glow Up kombucha and SunSip soda. The company focuses on providing beverages with probiotics and gut-healthy acids to support overall well-being. Customers can purchase products individually or through a subscription service, with options for recurring deliveries. They also provide resources like recipes, blog posts, and information on gut health. The website offers features like a flavor quiz, cart, login, rewards program, and find in store option. They are committed to sustainability and social impact.
Key facts about Health-Ade
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: Los Angeles (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $54.1M
- Employee Count: 143 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Western Alliance Bank, Trinity Capital and 6 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, Dec 02, 2020, $*****
- Highlight: Acquired
4. Recess
Calm, cool, collected functional beverages for relaxation and focus. They offer a range of beverages and mood powders designed to help consumers relax and unwind amidst the stresses of modern life. The company focuses on creating products that provide a calming effect without alcohol, offering an alternative for those seeking balance and focus. They emphasize ingredients that promote relaxation and cognitive function. The brand also offers merchandise. Customers can purchase products directly through their website, with options for subscription and savings. They also focus on customer engagement through newsletters and social media. The company aims to provide a refreshing and functional experience for consumers seeking a moment of calm.
Key facts about Recess
- Founded Year: 2018
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $57.7M
- Employee Count: 161 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Rotor Capital, CAVU Consumer Partners and 16 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Oct 01, 2025, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
Internet first brand offering personalized dog food products. The product catalog includes pet food which contains beef, chicken, turkey, and more. It also allows pet parents to provide the pets information and receive a customized eating plans.
Key facts about The Farmer's Dog
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: New York City (United States)
- Valuation: $*****
- Stage: Series B
- Total Funding till date: $49.1M
- Employee Count: 1,061 as on Sep 30, 2026
- Investors: Forerunner Ventures, Collab Fund and 8 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series B, Jan 16, 2019, $*****
- Highlight: Editors' Pick
CAVU Consumer Partners' Year-on-Year Investment Trends
CAVU Consumer Partners has invested in 39 companies over the last 11 years, with an average of 2 new investments annually in the last 10 years. In 2025, it made 2 investments, while as of Jul 2026, it has made 3 investments in this year. Its most recent first time investment was in Dolce Glow and most recent follow-on round was in Native Pet.Year | No. of Investments | ||
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1st Round | Follow-on | Total | |
2026 (YTD) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
2025 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2023 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
2022 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
2021 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
2020 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
2019 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
2018 | 4 | 4 | 8 |
2017 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
CAVU Consumer Partners' Investments by Stage
CAVU Consumer Partners has made 12 investments in Series A stage with an average round size of $10.4M, 11 investments in Series B stage with an average round size of $17.6M and 3 investments in Seed stage with an average round size of $9.5M.Stage of entry | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Series A | 12 |
Series B | 11 |
Seed | 3 |
PE | 1 |
Series D | 1 |
Others | 1 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
CAVU Consumer Partners' Investments by Sector
CAVU Consumer Partners has a diverse portfolio, with companies operating in the Consumer Goods, Food and Agriculture, Retail, Consumer and HealthTech. Notably, it has invested in 21 Consumer (B2C) companies, 13 Tech companies, 7 Enterprise (B2B) companies and at least 5 companies focusing on Software.Sector | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
Consumer Goods | 19 |
Food and Agriculture | 17 |
Retail | 7 |
Consumer | 5 |
HealthTech | 4 |
Others | 13 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
CAVU Consumer Partners' Investments by Geography
CAVU Consumer Partners has made most investments in United States (25), followed by Canada where it has made 1 investment.Country | No. of Investments |
|---|---|
United States | 25 |
Canada | 1 |
Netherlands | 1 |
Panama | 1 |
United Kingdom | 1 |
Note: We have considered here, only first round of investments
CAVU Consumer Partners' recent investments
CAVU Consumer Partners has made 3 investments in 2026 so far. Dolce Glow and Crazy Mountain are the latest among them.Here are the most recent investments by CAVU Consumer Partners:
Filter this listDate | Company | Location | Round Details | Round Amount | Co-Investors |
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Jul 07, 2026 | United States | Series A | 8745 | [+2] | |
May 02, 2026 | United States | Seed | 1882 | [+1] | |
Apr 30, 2026 | United Kingdom | Series A | 9290 | - | |
Oct 01, 2025 | United States | Series B | 5855 | [+5] | |
Jan 15, 2025 | United States | Series A | 4809 | [+2] |
Unicorns in CAVU Consumer Partners' Portfolio
CAVU Consumer Partners has 1 unicorn in its portfolio - Whoop. The most recent unicorn in their portfolio is Whoop which became a unicorn in 2020.Here is a list of unicorns in CAVU Consumer Partners' portfolio:
Tracxn Score | Company | Short Description | Founded year | Sector | Location | Company Stage | First Investment/ Acquisition Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79 | Provider of wearable trackers to monitor fitness data | 2012 | Boston | Series G | hxuetdz |
IPOs and Publicly Listed companies in CAVU Consumer Partners' Portfolio
3 of CAVU Consumer Partners' portfolio companies have become public. Once Upon A Farm got listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), in Feb 2026 at marketcap of $724M and Oatly got listed on the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) at marketcap of $10.1B.Here are CAVU Consumer Partners' portfolio companies that went public:
Company | IPO Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Feb 06, 2026 | Oct 09, 2018 | Series B | 9025 | |
May 20, 2021 | - | - | 6827 | |
May 02, 2019 | - | - | 2851 |
Acquired companies in CAVU Consumer Partners' Portfolio
13 companies from CAVU Consumer Partners' portfolio have been acquired. The most recent acquisition was Health-Ade in Jul 2025 by Generous Brands for $*****.Here are CAVU Consumer Partners' portfolio companies that got acquired most recently:
Company | Acquisition Date | First Invested on | First Round of Investment | Round Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jul 22, 2025 | May 13, 2016 | Series A | 7396 | |
Jul 20, 2025 | Jul 22, 2021 | Series B | 9729 | |
Mar 17, 2025 | Aug 30, 2021 | Series B | 1698 | |
Nov 02, 2023 | - | - | 4429 | |
Jul 25, 2023 | May 02, 2016 | Series A | 3727 |
Team profile of CAVU Consumer Partners
CAVU Consumer Partners has a team of 7 members including 2 Partners and 3 Principals located in United States. CAVU Consumer Partners' team does not sit on the board of any company as of now.Here is a list of all team members in CAVU Consumer Partners:
Name | Designation | Location | Board Memberships | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Partner | New York City | - | - | |
Partner | Beverly Hills | - | - | |
Principal | New York City | - | ||
Principal | Chicago | - | ||
Principal | - | - |
Co-investors of CAVU Consumer Partners
Over the past 11 years, 248 investors have co-invested in CAVU Consumer Partners's portfolio companies. This includes funds and angels.
- Invested before CAVU Consumer Partners: Deepak Chopra, Jillian Michaels Fitness App and 57 others have invested in rounds before CAVU Consumer Partners. There is 1 company where Deepak Chopra has invested before CAVU Consumer Partners and 1 company where Jillian Michaels Fitness App has invested before CAVU Consumer Partners.
- Top Co-investors of CAVU Consumer Partners: 135 investors entered a company along with CAVU Consumer Partners. These include investors like Greycroft (2 companies).
- Invested after CAVU Consumer Partners: A total of 54 investors have invested in CAVU Consumer Partners's portfolio after their investments. Top Investors include TYLT Ventures (1 company), Javelin Venture Partners (1 company) and Susa Ventures (1 company).
Recent News related to CAVU Consumer Partners
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Jake Shane Joins Dolce Glow’s Cap Table With His First Brand Investmenthttps://www.beautyindependent.com/•Oct 01, 2026•Dolce Glow, CAVU Consumer Partners
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CAVU Consumer Partners Leads Dolce Glow's $11M Series A Funding Roundhttps://www.beautyindependent.com/•Aug 21, 2026•Dolce Glow, CAVU Consumer Partners
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GYMKHANA FINE FOODS SECURES $8.5M SERIES A LED BY CAVU CONSUMER PARTNERS, EXPANDS INTO U.S.PR Newswire•Apr 30, 2026•Gymkhana, CAVU Consumer Partners
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Crazy Mountain Secures $15 Million Series Seed Funding Led by CAVU Consumer PartnersBusiness Insider•Apr 29, 2026•CAVU Consumer Partners, Latham & Watkins, Discovery Land, Coatue and 1 other
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George Clooney’s New Beer Startup Is Copying an Elite Growth Strategy Most Founders Can’t TouchInc.•Apr 29, 2026•Crazy Mountain, CAVU Consumer Partners, Coatue, Discovery Land
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Recess Raises $30 Million in Series B Funding Round Led by CAVU Consumer PartnersGlobal Legal Chronicle•Nov 27, 2025•CAVU Consumer Partners, Recess
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Recess Secures $30M in Series B Funding Led by CAVU and Announces New President & Co-CEOBusiness Wire•Oct 30, 2025•CAVU, Recess, CAVU Consumer Partners, Midnight Venture Partners and 6 others
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OSEA Malibu Secures General Atlantic Investment for Global Expansion and Product Innovationhttps://www.beautyindependent.com/•Sep 17, 2025•CAVU Consumer Partners, OSEA Malibu, General Atlantic
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