Fundraising FoxRidgeline Ventures
Family officeBoulder · Series A–Growth · 4 people tracked
Not to be confused with Ridgeline Ventures (Venture capital · Memphis, US)
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Investment thesis
Ridgeline is a family office that invests its own capital, free from fund timelines, so its interests align with management teams over the long term. It backs profitable companies generating $1M-$8M of EBITDA with strong growth potential, and is flexible on investment size and structure, taking either majority or minority stakes. The firm favors passionate, collaborative founders seeking a trusted, values-aligned partner to continue the legacy they have built. It is especially drawn to forward-looking businesses focused on healthier, more active living and those that make a positive impact on the planet, drawing on its team's broad operating experience across functions and stages.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team · 4 people
from the firm's website & curated & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 10 of 13 portfolio companiesConsumer ×6Direct to Consumer ×6FoodTech ×4Wellness & Fitness ×4Digital Health ×2E-commerce ×2Longevity ×2Deep Tech ×1
HQs:United States×9
Investments · 13 tracked
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San Diego-based bone broth brand, formerly known as Real Bone Broth.
Oceanside, US
Sharon Brown(Director)inRichard Brown(Director)
BoardDuane Primozich(Director)inWilliam Weiland(Director)Carole Buyers(Director)inBrian Naylor(Director)
Co-investorsBIGR VenturesRCV FrontlineBlueberry Ventures
Cotopaxi (Global Uprising, PBC) is an outdoor gear and apparel brand that sells products directly to consumers and donates a portion of its revenue to the Cotopaxi Foundation, a nonprofit supporting community causes.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceImpact & Social GoodUtah, US
Davis Smith(Founder)in
Co-investorsBain Capital Double Impact Fund LPBAM VenturesBeliadeBreak Trail VenturesCorrelation VenturesForerunner Ventures+7 more
Bobo's makes small-batch baked goods, primarily oat bars, using simple wholesome ingredients and traditional baking methods.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechBoulder, US
Beryl Stafford
Co-investorsBFG PartnersBIGR Ventures
Force of Nature sells meat sourced from regenerative ranching practices, offering products raised without feedlots, antibiotics, hormones, or GMOs.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceFoodTechAustin, US
James Taylor Collins(Chief of Content & Vision of Force of Nature)Robert Sansom(Chief Executive)Katherine E. Forrest(Chief of Mission & Values of Force of Nature)in
Co-investorsSpiral Sun Ventures
Joyfull Bakery makes and sells Parmesan Crisps and other baked goods made from all-natural, high-quality ingredients for retail distribution.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechBay Area, US
KCN acquires and develops outdoor hospitality properties across the United States through a data-driven investment model.
PropTechTravel & HospitalityPark City, US
A digital health platform that combines personalized longevity science with medical expertise to help users optimize their health through data-driven insights and clinical guidance.
Digital HealthHealthtechLongevityWellness & Fitness
Co-investorsCorazon CapitalPHD VenturesRosecliff VenturesThe Family Fund
Lifeforce offers a health membership that measures over 50 biomarkers and provides personalized insights, health tracking, and one-on-one clinician support.
Digital HealthLongevityWellness & FitnessSanta Monica, US
Tony Robbins(Director)Dugal Bain-Kim(Founder)inJoel Jackson(Director)Brian Carroll(Executive Officer)
BoardPeter Diamandis(Director)inCourtney Reum(Director)
Co-investorsFriedomSeaside VenturesBold Capital PartnersM13Serena Ventures
Sahajan produces natural skincare products including serums, creams, and balms formulated with plant-based ingredients.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerWellness & Fitness
Solarcore develops aerogel-based thermal insulation technology, derived from NASA aerogel research, for use in consumer, commercial, and government applications such as footwear and outdoor gear.
Deep TechHardwareNew MaterialsPortland, US
Michael Markesbery(Co-Founder & CEO)inRithvik Venna(Co-Founder & COO)inJeff Nash(Chief Technology Officer)in
Co-investorsAlumni VenturesBay Bridge Ventures ClimateBreak Trail VenturesElizabeth Street VenturesEnlightenment CapitalEvolution Ventures+10 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Bobo’sNoka
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latest coverage across their companiesKCN Campgrounds · kcncampgrounds.com · Apr 12, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Ridgeline Ventures made?
- Ridgeline Ventures has 13 tracked investments.
- What stage does Ridgeline Ventures invest at?
- Ridgeline Ventures invests at the Series A, Growth stages.
- What is Ridgeline Ventures's typical check size?
- Ridgeline Ventures typically writes checks of $1M – $5M.
- What sectors does Ridgeline Ventures focus on?
- Ridgeline Ventures focuses on AgTech, Consumer, Direct to Consumer, FoodTech, Impact & Social Good, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is Ridgeline Ventures located?
- Ridgeline Ventures is headquartered in Boulder, US.
- Does Ridgeline Ventures lead rounds?
- Ridgeline Ventures typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
- Who does Ridgeline Ventures co-invest with?
- Ridgeline Ventures most often shares deals with BIGR Ventures, Break Trail Ventures, Correlation Ventures, among 26 tracked co-investors.
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