Willow Growth Partners
Growth equityMalibu · Seed–Growth · 6 people tracked
Investment thesis
Willow Growth Partners backs founders building next-generation, values-led consumer brands, typically leading the first institutional round for companies generating $1-5M in revenue. The firm applies a disciplined approach to valuation, capitalization, and scaling for long-term success, and emphasizes a founder-first ethos, positioning itself as an active partner and 'first call' for founders at their most critical stage of growth.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 11, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from the firm's website & public directories
Investments · 2 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2021 · 12019 · 12 dated
Brooklyn, US
Gregory Davidson(Executive Officer, Director)Michael Wieder(Executive Officer, Director)
Board seatAmanda Schutzbank· per SEC Form D · $5.9M raise · filed Mar 2021
Seattle, US
FRAN DUNAWAY(Executive Officer, Director)NAOMI GONZALEZ(Executive Officer, Director)
Board seatDeborah Benton· per SEC Form D · $1.5M raise · filed Jan 2019
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 Willow Growth Partners invest at?
- Willow Growth Partners invests at the Seed, Series A, Growth stages.
- What is Willow Growth Partners's typical check size?
- Willow Growth Partners typically writes checks of $750K – $1.3M.
- What sectors does Willow Growth Partners focus on?
- Willow Growth Partners focuses on Consumer, Direct to Consumer, FoodTech, Impact & Social Good, Wellness & Fitness.
- Where is Willow Growth Partners located?
- Willow Growth Partners is headquartered in Malibu, US.
- Does Willow Growth Partners lead rounds?
- Yes, Willow Growth Partners leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamInvestor Spotlight: Deborah Benton of Willow Growth Partners
Startup CPG · Deborah Benton
Live Q&A with Deborah Benton, Founder & GP at Willow Growth Partners
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