Melitas Ventures Llc
Venture capitalNew York · Pre-Seed–Series A · 12 people tracked
Investment thesis
Melitas Ventures partners with founders innovating in everyday consumer experiences, focusing on authentic 'better-for-you' brands that benefit society and the environment. As a New York based early-stage venture fund, it supports consumer companies through the entire value chain, drawing on the partners' experience and network across the CPG industry. The team emphasizes selective investing and unique access to competitive early-stage deal flow, particularly in food and beverage and emerging consumer brands, and positions itself as a hands-on partner helping founders navigate retail, connect with operators and investors, and drive growth.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 12 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 24 of 30 portfolio companiesConsumer ×22FoodTech ×16Wellness & Fitness ×14Direct to Consumer ×6Healthtech ×4AgTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Mental Health ×1
HQs:United States×15United Kingdom×1
Investments · 30 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathPreciTaste builds AI agents that identify, track, and assess kitchen task processes to automate operations, cut costs, and reduce food waste for enterprise and mid-market restaurant chains.
AI & Machine LearningFoodTechNew York, US
Hauke Feddersen(VP of Operations)Frederik Born(VP of Engineering)Scott Richardson(Director)James Floyd(Director)Michael Steib(Director)Ingo Stork-Wersborg(CEO & Co-Founder)
Board seatMichael Steib· per SEC Form D
New York, US
Maximilian Dresse(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Matt Cavnar(Executive Officer)Vincent Ferraro(Director)David Birnbaum(Director)Michael Steib(Director)
Board seatMichael Steib· per SEC Form D · $8.2M raise · filed Apr 2023
Kenilworth, US
Dave Calamai(Director)Alfred B. D'Allesandro(Director)Michael D. Long(Director)Louis M. Alterman(Director)Douglas V. Traver(Director)Eric Hutto(Executive Officer, Director)
Board seatJacques Antebi· per SEC Form D · filed Dec 2021
New York, US
Alexandre Malamatinas(Director)Matthew Weiss(Executive Officer, Director)Joanna C. Weiss(Director)Alli Folk(Director)
Board seatJacques Antebi· per SEC Form D · $2.8M raise · filed Jun 2024
Abbott's Butcher produces veggie-forward, protein-rich food products made with real ingredients for health-conscious consumers.
AgTechConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessSan Clemente, US
Kerry Song(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Amara produces organic baby food made with whole ingredients preserved through its proprietary nutrition protection technology, retaining natural flavor, texture, and color without additives or binding agents.
ConsumerFoodTech
Beekeeper's Naturals develops health and wellness products made with bee-derived ingredients like propolis, royal jelly, bee pollen, and raw honey, formulated with clinical input for immune support, energy, and cognitive health.
ConsumerHealthtechWellness & FitnessThornhill
Carly Kremer(Founder)Carly Stein(Founder)Jared Jacobs(Director)Jon Sebastiani(Director)Daniel Millar(Executive Officer, Director)
Dose Daily manufactures Ayurvedic-inspired dietary supplements formulated to support liver health and core body systems, backed by clinical research.
ConsumerHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Evergreen makes whole wheat and avocado oil-based frozen waffles for direct consumers, positioning them as a healthier alternative to conventionally made waffles using refined ingredients.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechGlencoe, US
Alex Malamatinas(Director)Emily Cole Groden(Executive Officer, Director)Daniel Morad(Director)Emily Groden(Executive Officer, Director)Carolyn Simmons(Director)
CPG/grocery retail company; founder Emily Groden provided a testimonial.
Final Boss Sour produces sour fruit candy made with real dried fruit and custom sour coatings, sold directly to consumers through their e-commerce site.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Hanni is a personal care brand that makes fragranced water balms and similar cosmetic products, sold as full-size and travel-size sets.
Consumer
Harken Sweets produces plant-based candy bars made from date fruit, containing 14g of prebiotic fiber and no added sugar at 150 calories per bar.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechWellness & Fitness
Jupiter manufactures and sells direct-to-consumer dandruff shampoos, conditioners, and scalp care products formulated with clinically-proven ingredients.
ConsumerWellness & Fitness
Kin Euphorics manufactures non-alcoholic functional beverages infused with adaptogens, nootropics, and botanics designed to enhance mood, brain function, and overall wellness.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & Fitness
Laundry Sauce makes premium laundry detergent pods and related laundry products emphasizing distinctive fragrances and cleaning performance for household consumers.
ConsumerDirect to Consumer
Lemon Perfect produces organic lemon-based hydration beverages with zero sugar and added vitamin C, marketed as a natural alternative to sugary drinks.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessAtlanta, US
Yann-Alfred Jeffrey Hufnagel(Executive Officer, Director)Alec Hufnagel(Director)Phillip Sarofim(Director)Barak Bar-Cohen(Director)Rita Patel(Director)Carlton Fowler(Director)
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)
Matchabar produces and sells premium instant matcha lattes and matcha powder sourced from Kagoshima, Japan.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessBrooklyn, US
Matthew Fortgang(Executive Officer, Director)Max Fortgang(Executive Officer, Director)Graham Fortgang(Executive Officer, Director)G. Scott Greenburg(Executive Officer, Director)
Nurture Life prepares freshly made meals and snacks for children, delivered ready to serve, targeting busy parents seeking nutritious alternatives to processed foods.
ConsumerFoodTechHealthtechChicago, US
Zach DeAngelo(Director)Steven Minisini(Executive Officer, Director)Ben Johnson(Director)Michael Steib(Director)Tim Favia(Director)Jennifer Chow(Executive Officer, Director)
Oakland, US
DAVID MATTHEW LESTER(Director)CHARLES BENNETT GOODWIN(Executive Officer, Director)MELVIN LANDIS(Executive Officer)TRACY HART(Executive Officer)
BoardCHRISTOPHER DAWE(Director)JARED STEIN(Director)
OMA produces functional food products, particularly seaweed-based wellness supplements and soups inspired by traditional Korean cuisine, marketed toward consumers seeking gut health and wellness benefits.
ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessNew York, US
One Trick Pony Nuts produces peanut butter jars designed with smooth walls, wider openings, and tight-sealing lids to reduce mess and simplify stirring and serving for consumers.
Consumer
ROAR is a USDA Organic Certified vitamin-enhanced beverage containing electrolytes and antioxidants designed for hydration.
FoodTechWellness & Fitness
The Supplant Company produces a sugar substitute derived from plant fiber byproducts like corn cobs and agricultural residue, designed to deliver the taste and texture of conventional sugar while providing lower calories, lower glycemic impact, and prebiotic benefits for food manufacturers.
ConsumerFoodTechCambridge, GB
Veracity develops metabolic health products designed to address underlying causes of low energy, weight management issues, and cognitive symptoms.
ConsumerHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Allie Egan(Founder & CEO)Dr. Gabrielle Francis(Chief Medical Officer)
Rows marked “SEC filing” are inferred from directors named on the company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Melitas Ventures Llc invest at?
- Melitas Ventures Llc invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Melitas Ventures Llc focus on?
- Melitas Ventures Llc focuses on Consumer, Direct to Consumer, FoodTech, Impact & Social Good.
- Where is Melitas Ventures Llc located?
- Melitas Ventures Llc is headquartered in New York, US.
From the blog
visit blog ↗Melitas Ventures has written about CPG fundraising and investor expectations, emphasizing founders' financial literacy and preparation. The firm also featured Olipop, one of its portfolio companies, which developed a functional beverage now approaching $500 million in sales. AI summary
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