Alpine Start
Boulder, US · Founded 2016 · Delaware corporation
Alpine Start Foods sells instant coffee and related beverage products aimed at outdoor enthusiasts and travelers. The brand markets its instant coffee for use in demanding conditions such as high-altitude mountaineering expeditions.
Founders & leadership
Alpine Start was founded in 2016 by Matt Segal and Alex Hanifin.
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Matt SegalCo-founder
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Alex HanifinCo-founder
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$1.3M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2017–2019
▶$250KraisedJul 2019 · 2 investors · OtherRule 506(b)
▶$250KraisedJul 2019 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Michael CrouchExecutive Officer
- Offering amount
- $250K
- Amount sold
- $250K
- First sale
- Jun 2019
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2016
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
▶$1MraisedOct 2017 · 11 investors · OtherRule 506(b)
▶$1MraisedOct 2017 · 11 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Matt SegalExecutive Officer, Director
- Alex HanifinExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $1M
- Amount sold
- $1M
- First sale
- Oct 2017
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2016
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Competitors · 3
by search overlapInstacart88 shared keywordsInstacart operates a marketplace connecting grocery retailers with customers who order food and household items for same-day delivery or in-store pickup, serving millions of households across North America through partnerships with over 350 retailers.
Waka Coffee44 shared keywordsWaka sells instant coffee and tea products directly to consumers, offering delivery with subscription options that include lower pricing and free shipping.
Starbucks39 shared keywordsStarbucks is a coffeehouse chain that sells handcrafted coffee drinks, refreshers, and other beverages to consumers through its stores and a mobile ordering system. It operates a loyalty program, Starbucks Rewards, offering perks and customizations to members.
Companies competing with Alpine Start for the same Google search keywords, organic and paid, via search-intersection analysis.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Alpine Start do?
- Alpine Start Foods sells instant coffee and related beverage products aimed at outdoor enthusiasts and travelers. The brand markets its instant coffee for use in demanding conditions such as high-altitude mountaineering expeditions.
- Who founded Alpine Start?
- Alpine Start was founded by Matt Segal, Alex Hanifin in 2016.
- How much funding has Alpine Start raised?
- Alpine Start has disclosed $1.3M raised across 2 rounds.
- Where is Alpine Start headquartered?
- Alpine Start is headquartered in Boulder, US.
