Spiral Sun Ventures
Venture capitalChicago · Seed–Series A · 18 people tracked
Investment thesis
Spiral Sun Ventures invests in better-for-you consumer packaged goods brands led by strong entrepreneurs, with the goal of transforming the CPG industry into a healthier version of itself. The firm concentrates on early-stage companies, from Seed to Series A, where it believes it can add the most value. Beyond capital, Spiral Sun offers its network, expertise and hands-on support to help founders navigate the crowded CPG marketplace and connect them with the right resources to succeed.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
Team · 18 people
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What they invest in
from 17 of 20 portfolio companiesConsumer ×14FoodTech ×12Direct to Consumer ×11E-commerce ×3Wellness & Fitness ×3Circular Economy ×2AgTech ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1
HQs:United States×11
Who they back
founder profiles across 12 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×92 founders×23 founders×1
Investments · 20 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBase Culture is a bakery producing clean-label breads and baked goods, offering both gluten-free and gluten options made without refined sugar, oils, or artificial ingredients.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechClearwater, US
Jordann Windschauer(Executive Officer, Director)Robert Windschauer(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsBluestein VenturesECP GrowthHumble
Bizzy Cold Brew produces premium cold brew coffee made from organic arabica beans using a slow 18-hour brewing process, packaged in recycled bottles.
ConsumerFoodTech
Andrew Healy(Founder)inAlexAndrew
Co-investorsConnetic VenturesFortino Capital
Co-investorsGoat Rodeo Capital
Farmer's Fridge operates a network of smart, automated Fridges that dispense fresh, healthy meals and snacks.
ConsumerFoodTechHardwareRetail Tech
Luke Saunders(Founder)in
Co-investorsCleveland AvenueDanone Manifesto VentureDns CapitalGreatPoint VenturesMaywic Select InvestmentsMDT Ventures+1 more
Fillo's makes fresh beans and grains seasoned with traditional sofrito, a vegetable, spice, and herb base prepared in extra virgin olive oil.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Co-investorsClover Vitality
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)
Co-investorsRidgeline Ventures
Gekks makes no-show socks designed to reduce foot sweat and odor while providing comfort and durability.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceChicago, US
Christian Arquilla(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inJustin Arquilla(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Co-investorsCorazon Capital
Grovara operates a B2B wholesale marketplace and platform for cross-border trade, connecting brands and international buyers across 60+ countries.
AI & Machine LearningB2B MarketplacesLogistics & Supply ChainMiami, US
Peter Groverman(Executive Officer, Director)Abu Kamara(Executive Officer, Director)Peter Maki(Director)
Co-investorsBluestein VenturesSiddhi Capital
Grubbly Farms produces natural chicken feed and supplements centered on Black Soldier Fly grubs as a primary protein source, serving backyard flock owners.
AgTechCircular EconomyClimate TechFoodTechNorcross, US
Patrick Pittaluga(Executive Officer, Director)inSean Warner(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsCorazon CapitalOval Park CapitalOverlineTechstars
IQBAR sells plant protein bars, hydration mixes (IQMIX), and instant coffees (IQJOE) formulated with nutrients such as magnesium and adaptogens.
Direct to ConsumerFoodTechWellness & FitnessBrookline, US
William Nitze(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Co-investorsCircleUp Partners
KetoNatural Pet Foods makes Ketona, a low-carbohydrate, high-protein kibble dog food sold direct-to-consumer via a subscription with home delivery.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Co-investorsCorazon CapitalIrishAngels
Koia makes plant-based protein drinks that are dairy-free, low in sugar, and high in fiber, sold directly to consumers.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Co-investorsClover VitalityACCELFOODSKarpReilly
Pacas makes apparel and home goods from alpaca fiber, including crew socks, compression socks, slippers, sweaters, scarves, and blankets.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceWestmont, US
Justin Arquilla(Executive Officer, Director)Christian Arquilla(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardMark Thomann(Director)in
Co-investorsChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)Corazon CapitalSandalphon CapitalCrossCutGlobal Founders CapitalMaveron
Pacha Soap Co. handcrafts bath and home care products such as bar soaps, bath bombs, candles, deodorant, and shower steamers made in the US without SLS, parabens, or sulfates.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerImpact & Social GoodHastings, US
Andrew(Founder)Abi(Co-founder)Andrew J Vrbas(Executive Officer, Director)
Co-investorsBain Capital Double Impact Fund LPMontage CapitalTouch Capital
Prime Roots makes plant-based deli meats designed to match conventional meat in blind taste tests, using clean ingredients without nitrates or celery salt.
ConsumerFoodTech
Kimberlie Le(Founder)in
Co-investorsDiamond Edge VenturesDnx VenturesPangaea Ventures Us Inc.PortfoliaAlumni VenturesGaingels+7 more
Shameless Pets makes dog and cat treats using upcycled real fruits and vegetables, produced in the USA.
Circular EconomyConsumerDirect to Consumer
Co-investorsBoro CapitalOcampo CapitalR/GA VenturesTrue.Valor Equity Partners
Slice makes a "healthy soda" with prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, real fruit juice, and 5g or less of sugar, without high fructose corn syrup.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechWellness & Fitness
Co-investors8i VenturesAccelBlume VenturesElevation CapitalInsight PartnersPeak XV Partners+1 more
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesCoco5 · siouxcityjournal.com · Jul 29, 2026
Force of Nature · theconversation.com · Jul 24, 2026
Slice · m.economictimes.com · May 26, 2026
Pacha · musically.com · Sep 15, 2025
Bizzy · thesaasnews.com · Jun 23, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Spiral Sun Ventures made?
- Spiral Sun Ventures has 20 tracked investments.
- What stage does Spiral Sun Ventures invest at?
- Spiral Sun Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Spiral Sun Ventures focus on?
- Spiral Sun Ventures focuses on Consumer, Direct to Consumer, FoodTech, Healthtech, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is Spiral Sun Ventures located?
- Spiral Sun Ventures is headquartered in Chicago, US.
- Who does Spiral Sun Ventures co-invest with?
- Spiral Sun Ventures most often shares deals with Corazon Capital, Bluestein Ventures, Clover Vitality, among 30 tracked co-investors.
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