Led · Series A · Aug 2026

Dolce Glow produces self-tanning products and was founded by Isabel Alysa in 2015. The brand has visibility through celebrity use, with mentions of Kim Kardashian and Alix Earle as users of its products. In 2024 it secured its first institutional capital, an $11 million Series A led by CAVU Consumer Partners. The funding positions Dolce Glow to sit within CAVU's expanding consumer portfolio that includes beauty and wellness names. Public reporting does not disclose the company's revenue, user metrics, or specific go‑to‑market changes tied to the round. No valuation or detailed operational plans were reported in the articles.

Led · Seed · May 2026

4AM was founded by Jade Beguelin and Sabrina Sade as a science-backed skincare brand focused on reinventing the facial wipe category. Its flagship product, Clean Sheets, are credit-card-sized, individually wrapped micellar wipes infused with centella asiatica, calendula, vitamin B5, and glycerin that serve as a cleanser, toner, and treatment in one step. The company's broader lineup includes Rise Serum, Rest Serum, and Overtime Undereye Masks. 4AM is already in wide retail distribution, available in 1,745 Target stores nationwide and sold through Revolve, Bloomingdale's, and C.O. Bigelow. Following the seed raise of over $4M, the company plans to accelerate retail launches, scale operations, and make senior hires in operations and retail, and has added Charlotte Pitt to lead finance and operations.

Led · Series A · Apr 2026

Gymkhana Fine Foods was created from London's two-Michelin-starred Gymkhana restaurant to bring its simmer sauces, marinades and chutneys to retail. Its product lineup includes Butter Masala, Goan Coconut Curry, Korma, Tikka Masala and multiple marinades, priced at $8–$10 retail. The brand launched in the UK and scaled into national retailers, now claiming distribution in over 1,000 doors across Whole Foods Market UK, Waitrose, Sainsbury's and others. Nielsen data cited in the articles identify Gymkhana Fine Foods as the primary growth driver across total ambient sauce brands in the UK over a recent 26-week period, and the company reports approximately 70% incremental sales in accounts where listed for a full year. Gymkhana Fine Foods is co-founded by Gulrez Singh Arora and JKS Restaurants (including Karam Sethi), and is positioning the business for U.S. expansion with a national Whole Foods launch.

Led · Seed · Apr 2026

Crazy Mountain produces non-alcoholic beer and currently sells two SKUs: Original and Lime. The company was co-founded by George Clooney, Rande Gerber and Mike Meldman and is led by CEO Steve Fechheimer. Its products are available direct-to-consumer via its website and in select retail and dining locations in Los Angeles. The business recently closed a $15M Seed round led by CAVU Consumer Partners, with participation from Coatue and Discovery Land Company, and plans to use the funds to expand operations and further development. As part of the financing, CAVU's Brett Thomas will join the company's board. The articles do not disclose revenue, user metrics, or prior funding rounds.

Led · Series B · Oct 2025

Founded in 2018, Recess pioneered the relaxation beverage category with a portfolio that now spans three lines: Recess Mood magnesium-and-adaptogen sparkling waters and powders, Recess Zero Proof Craft Mocktails, and its original hemp-infused drinks. More than 95% of the company’s sales come from its Recess Mood line, underscoring strong consumer demand for non-stimulant functional beverages focused on mental wellness. Recess products are carried in over 15,000 U.S. retail locations, including Target, Kroger, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe’s, and the brand is the top alcohol-alternative seller on Amazon. The company positions itself as a restorative counterweight to the $25 billion energy-drink market, aiming to help consumers relax, socialize, and sleep better. Newly appointed President & Co-CEO Kyle Thomas, a 25-year beverage veteran, is tasked with building commercial systems to scale the brand. The Series B capital will be deployed to grow headcount, expand retail distribution, and increase marketing efforts as Recess seeks to cement its leadership in the emerging relaxation segment.