Material is a venture capital fund and studio that focuses on co-founding, funding, launching, and scaling companies alongside top-tier entrepreneurs. The firm typically invests in Series A rounds, with a particular emphasis on creating and nurturing ventures from inception. Material's investment approach is centered around the consumer goods sector, particularly in areas that enhance everyday living, such as kitchen essentials.
Notable portfolio companies include Suma Brands and Unlimited, which have raised $12.5 million and $8 million, respectively. Key partners at Material bring extensive experience from founding and operating billion-dollar venture-backed companies, including Matt Salzberg, who founded Blue Apron and served as its CEO during its significant growth phase. Material offers unique value-add services by leveraging their deep operational expertise and hands-on approach to company creation and scaling.
Material - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies2
Current Portfolio Count2
Top Investment Stages
Series A2 (100.0%)
Stage Mix
Series A 100%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.