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Bullish

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Bullish is a distinctive early-stage consumer investment firm headquartered in New York, United States, operating with a unique hybrid model that integrates venture capital with a strategic brand agency. This dual approach positions Bullish as more than just a capital provider; they actively partner with visionary founders to cultivate and scale the next generation of iconic consumer brands. Their investment philosophy is deeply rooted in the belief that robust brand identity and strategic market positioning are as crucial as financial backing for nascent companies.

The firm primarily targets early-stage opportunities, focusing on Seed and Series A rounds within the dynamic consumer sector. Bullish typically writes first checks ranging from $500,000 to $5,000,000, providing essential capital to fuel growth and innovation. This specific investment range underscores their commitment to supporting companies at critical inflection points in their development. Their portfolio showcases a diverse array of direct-to-consumer (DTC) and consumer product companies, reflecting their broad interest across various sub-sectors of the consumer market.

Beyond financial investment, Bullish differentiates itself by offering comprehensive strategic and creative support. Their integrated brand agency arm provides invaluable expertise in areas such as brand strategy, creative development, and marketing. This hands-on partnership aims to accelerate market penetration and enhance brand resonance for their portfolio companies. Founders benefit from Bullish's deep industry insights and practical guidance, helping them navigate competitive landscapes and build enduring brands. This unique value proposition makes Bullish an attractive partner for consumer startups seeking both capital and expert brand-building capabilities.

Investor Profile

Bullish has backed more than 69 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 7% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Fashion, Retail.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $5M.

Stage Focus

  • Series A (33%)
  • Seed (32%)
  • Series B (12%)
  • Series C (9%)
  • Pre Seed (3%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Debt Financing (3%)
  • Convertible Note (3%)
  • Series D (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (99%)
  • United Kingdom (1%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Fashion
  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Lifestyle
  • Wellness
  • Health Care
  • Subscription Service
  • Software
  • Fitness
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Bullish frequently co-invest with?

First Round Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 14
Grace Beauty Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 14
Felicis
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 6
Comcast Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Forerunner
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 15
SV Angel
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 8
Brand Foundry Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 6
Tiger Global Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 9
Lerer Hippeau
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 15
Harrison Metal
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 8

Which angels does Bullish often collaborate with?

JR
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AK
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AG
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
AM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 10
RT
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
MD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
AD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
SL
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 3
AK
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 2
CF
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Bullish?

Daisy

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Daisy is a smart space installation and services company.

ConsumerService IndustrySpace Travel
Series AJun 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $11,000,000
Goodhood

Detroit, Michigan, United States

FixMyCar is the Amazon-prime for Car services. It's a car maintenance subscription service that comes to your home

AutomotiveConsumerProfessional ServicesService IndustrySubscription Service
SeedJul 12, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,600,000
Captain Experiences

Austin, Texas, United States

Unlocking the Outdoors

E-CommerceOutdoorsTourismTravel
SeedMar 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Goodhood

Detroit, Michigan, United States

FixMyCar is the Amazon-prime for Car services. It's a car maintenance subscription service that comes to your home

AutomotiveConsumerProfessional ServicesService IndustrySubscription Service
SeedDec 27, 2022
Cake

Inglewood, California, United States

Cake offers tailor-made products for the bedroom, inspired by real couples, and designed for specific types of play.

E-CommerceSex IndustryWellness
Series ASep 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Autumn

New York, New York, United States

Autumn is an end-of-life marketplace that helps make loss more livable.

LocalMarketplaceProfessional ServicesService IndustrySoftware
Pre SeedJul 12, 2022
Cake

Inglewood, California, United States

Cake offers tailor-made products for the bedroom, inspired by real couples, and designed for specific types of play.

E-CommerceSex IndustryWellness
Convertible NoteApr 5, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
OMORPHO

Portland, Oregon, United States

OMORPHO manufactures and sells Gravity Sportswear™ - revolutionary weighted training gear that helps any athlete reach their goals faster.

RetailSporting Goods
SeedAug 18, 2021
August

Brooklyn, New York, United States

August is a lifestyle period brand dedicated to reimagining periods to be powerful.

Personal HealthWellnessWomen's
Pre SeedJun 25, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,950,000
Stix

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Stix is a female-founded, no-judgment health brand with the products, content, and community to make informed decisions.

E-CommerceFashionHealth CareLifestyleWomen's
SeedApr 21, 2021
Amount Raised: $3,500,000