Coefficient Capital
Venture capitalActively deployingNew York · Series A–Late Stage · 8 people tracked
Also known as Coefficient Capital Apex · COEFFICIENT CAPITAL, LLC · Efficient Advisors, Llc
Investment thesis
Coefficient Capital invests in early-stage consumer brands that leverage digital channels and technologies.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 25, 2026.
Team · 8 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 20 of 21 portfolio companiesConsumer ×14Direct to Consumer ×14FoodTech ×10E-commerce ×6Wellness & Fitness ×6Healthtech ×3AI & Machine Learning ×1Climate Tech ×1
HQs:United States×7Germany×3United Kingdom×2
Investments · 21 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2025 · 12020 · 12 dated
Hydrant makes electrolyte drink mixes formulated with real fruit juice, sugar, and balanced electrolytes for hydration, sold direct to consumers.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & FitnessNew York, US
John Sherwin(Founder)Jai Jung Kim(Executive Officer, Director)
Board seatFranklin Isacson· per SEC Form D
Co-investorsCalano VenturesDorm RoomRx3 Growth PartnersThe MBA FundRx3 Ventures
Allure is a beauty media brand publishing editorial content on makeup, skincare, hair, and celebrity beauty news, along with product reviews and a subscription beauty product box.
ConsumerE-commerceMedia & Entertainment
Co-investorsAdvance Venture PartnersAvestria VenturesBeechwood CapitalCurql Collective, LLCGlasswing VenturesGutbrain Ventures+1 more
Gorgie sells sparkling energy drinks with 150mg of natural green tea caffeine, zero sugar, and added ingredients like L-theanine, biotin, and B vitamins.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsNotable Capital
Just Spices sells spice blends and mixes made from natural ingredients without artificial additives, developed by chefs, through its online shop.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Co-investorsFive Seasons VenturesSimon Capital
Just Spices sells pre-mixed spice blends packaged in single cans, each designed to be used across a range of recipes.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Kate Farms makes plant-based nutritional shakes and formula products aimed at supporting digestion, tolerance, and overall health for people managing their nutrition and health needs.
Direct to ConsumerFoodTechHealthtechWellness & FitnessSanta Barbara, US
Richard Laver(Director)Celeste Clark(Director)Carol Ammon(Director)Robert Zollars(Director)Brett Matthews(Executive Officer, Director)Thomas Beecher(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsAliment CapitalKaiser Permanente VenturesPontifax AgTechAnterra Capital
KoRo is an online food retailer selling bulk-packaged groceries and snacks such as nuts, dried fruit, protein products, nut butters and superfood powders directly to consumers.
Direct to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechBerlin, DE
Flo(CEO)
Co-investorsFive Seasons VenturesHoltzbrinck VenturesHV CapitalPymwymicSevenVenturesKharis Capital
KoRo is an online retailer selling food and snacks—such as nuts, dried fruit, protein products, and bulk pantry items—directly to consumers, with an emphasis on transparency and fair sourcing.
Direct to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechBerlin, DE
Florian Schwenkert(CEO)
Co-investorsKharis CapitalFive Seasons VenturesHV CapitalSevenVentures
Magic Spoon makes a high-protein, low-sugar cereal formulated for adults who want the nostalgic taste of classic breakfast cereals without the afternoon energy crash.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechNew York, US
Greg Sewitz(Executive Officer, Director)Gabi Lewis(Executive Officer, Director)inGregory Sewitz(Founder)in
Co-investorsCollaborative FundGreen Meadow VenturesLightspeed Venture PartnersMelitas Ventures LlcRSE VenturesSiddhi Capital+2 more
Nom Nom produces fresh dog food, supplements, and nutritional support products for pet owners.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessNashville, US
Nathan Phillips(Executive Officer, Director)Zachary Phillips(Executive Officer, Director)Alexandria Jarrell(Founder)inThomas Gieselmann(Director)
Co-investorsGreycroftKima VenturesMelitas Ventures LlcRx3 Growth PartnersTandem CapitalThe Players' Impact
Oatly makes oat-based food and drink products, including oat drinks, chilled oat drinks, cooking products, and oatgurt.
Climate TechConsumerFoodTech
Rickard Öste(Founder)Björn Öste(Founder)
Co-investorsDynabrand VenturesFELIX CAPITALIndustrifondenK2 GlobalOyster Bay Venture CapitalUnovis Asset Management+3 more
Sauz makes small-batch, all-natural, seed-oil-free pasta sauces sold direct to consumers, offering flavors like sweet and spicy and lemon varieties.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechNew York, US
Winston Alfieri(Executive Officer, Director)Troy Bonde(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardMichael Diaz(Director)Mike Messersmith(Director)
Co-investorsCAVU Consumer PartnersPalm Tree Crew Investments
Sesame is a telehealth marketplace that connects patients with board-certified providers for cash-pay medical visits without insurance, with prices shown upfront and visits starting at $34.
Digital HealthHealthtechMarketplaces
David Goldhill(Co-founder & CEO)John Fontein(Founder)inMichael Botta(Founder)in
Co-investorsEntrée CapitalGiant Ventures Global Llp
Sincerely Yours sells dermatologist-approved skincare products formulated for sensitive skin, described as non-irritating and barrier-friendly.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
Co-investorsHabitat PartnersThe Family Fund
Starship develops autonomous robots for last-mile delivery of groceries, food, and packages to customers.
AI & Machine LearningLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationRoboticsSan Francisco, US
Ahti Heinla(Co-founder)inJanus Friis(Co-founder)Lex Bayer(Executive Officer, Director)Mark Dyne(Director)
Co-investorsAir Street CapitalGrishin RoboticsHOF CapitalK2 GlobalKarma VenturesMetaplanet+6 more
TRIP designs functional beverage and supplement products formulated with botanical ingredients intended to help users manage stress, improve sleep, and support overall wellbeing.
ConsumerMental HealthWellness & Fitness
DanLivOlivia Ferdi(Founder)
Co-investorsChannel 4 VenturesDMG VenturesMelitas Ventures LlcTaste Tomorrow Ventures
Untamed makes human-grade cat food using real, hand-shredded meats, sold direct to pet owners via a subscription/trial box with delivery.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechLondon, GB
Marco Pacifici(Founder)
Untamed makes cat food using human-grade, real hand-shredded meats, sold direct to consumers via a subscription trial box and delivery.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Co-investorsFive Seasons VenturesRedrice VenturesVenture Stars
ZOE provides personalized nutrition advice and testing based on scientific research to help individuals improve their health and dietary habits.
HealthtechWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsDaphniMosaic Ventures
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Oatly · greenqueen.com.hk · Aug 19, 2026
Starship Technologies · qz.com · Jul 17, 2026
Nom Nom · thefoodstack.substack.com · Jul 9, 2026
Magic Spoon · everything-pr.com · Jun 25, 2026
Allure · analyticsinsight.net · Mar 27, 2026
Untamed · petbusinessworld.co.uk · Apr 8, 2025
Sesame · nytimes.com · Mar 23, 2025
KoRo · finance.yahoo.com · Feb 28, 2025
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 2
as of Jun 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coefficient Capital Fund II, LPLPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System | 2024 | — | — | 0.80x | 0.00x |
| Coefficient Capital Apex Fund I, LPLPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System | 2023 | — | — | 0.85x | 0.00x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Coefficient Capital made?
- Coefficient Capital has 20 tracked investments.
- What stage does Coefficient Capital invest at?
- Coefficient Capital invests at the Series A, Series B, Late Stage stages.
- What is Coefficient Capital's typical check size?
- Coefficient Capital typically writes checks of $5M – $10M.
- What sectors does Coefficient Capital focus on?
- Coefficient Capital focuses on Consumer, FoodTech.
- Where is Coefficient Capital located?
- Coefficient Capital is headquartered in New York, US.
- Who does Coefficient Capital co-invest with?
- Coefficient Capital most often shares deals with Advance Venture Partners, Melitas Ventures Llc, Beechwood Capital, among 57 tracked co-investors.
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Co-investors · 8
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Sapphire Ventures partners with expansion-stage enterprise software companies aiming to become category leaders.
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Courtside Ventures is a venture capital firm investing in sports, gaming, media, and related consumer technology, focusing on new platforms and content that appeal to younger generations.
Hannah Grey Ventures is a thesis-led venture capital firm investing in early-stage companies led by customer-obsessed founders who are redefining everyday experiences across multiple sectors.
Firms observed investing alongside Coefficient Capital, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with Coefficient Capital's recorded portfolio.
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