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Talent Resources Ventures (TR Ventures) is based in New York City, with additional offices in Boston and Los Angeles. Founded by Mike Heller, the firm leverages 15 years of experience in influencer marketing to support early-stage entrepreneurs. TR Ventures focuses on integrating investments into the Talent Resources family, managing a portfolio of over 20 companies.
TR Ventures invests in early-stage companies across consumer packaged goods, fintech, healthcare, food-agtech, and hospitality. They typically engage in pre-seed to Series A rounds, providing capital along with strategic support in public relations, marketing, and influencer partnerships. Their hands-on approach aims to enhance the growth potential of their portfolio companies through a vast network.
Notable portfolio companies include Genetica, a genetic testing firm; Hemper, a subscription service for cannabis accessories; Dream Pops, known for plant-based frozen desserts; Beyond Meat, which produces plant-based meat substitutes; Hu, a health-focused snack brand; Kiva, a cannabis edibles company; MedMen, a cannabis retailer; and Weedmaps, a platform for cannabis consumers.
Submit your pitch through their form at tr.ventures.
Yes, TR Ventures often leads investment rounds, particularly in their focus sectors.
TR Ventures is open to follow-on investments, especially for companies that demonstrate strong growth potential and alignment with their strategic support model.
The specific size of TR Ventures' current fund is not publicly disclosed, but they manage a portfolio of over 20 companies.
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