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REFASHIOND Ventures

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

REFASHIOND Ventures is a New York-based early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in technology companies that are fundamentally transforming global supply chains. Founded by Brian Laung Aoaeh, the firm distinguishes itself through a highly specialized focus and deep domain expertise in an area critical to the global economy. Their investment thesis centers on identifying innovative solutions that address inefficiencies, enhance resilience, and drive sustainability across various facets of the supply chain, from logistics and manufacturing to inventory management and last-mile delivery.

The firm primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies, though it occasionally participates in Series A rounds for promising ventures. REFASHIOND Ventures seeks out founders with a clear vision for disrupting traditional supply chain models, leveraging technologies such as AI, blockchain, IoT, and advanced analytics. Beyond capital, the firm prides itself on providing hands-on strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a robust network of industry experts and potential partners, aiming to accelerate the growth and market penetration of its portfolio companies.

REFASHIOND Ventures typically deploys initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000, reflecting their commitment to supporting nascent companies at critical junctures of their development. While their sweet spot is often within this range for initial investments, they have the capacity to participate in larger rounds or provide follow-on funding, sometimes extending up to $2,000,000, as portfolio companies achieve significant milestones. This flexible approach allows them to support companies through various stages of early growth, reinforcing their position as a strategic partner in the complex world of supply chain innovation.

Investor Profile

REFASHIOND Ventures has backed more than 21 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software, Supply Chain Management.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (52%)
  • Pre Seed (38%)
  • Series B (10%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Software
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Manufacturing
  • Fintech
  • Logistics
  • Machine Learning
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Fashion
  • Sustainability
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FAQ

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

Who does REFASHIOND Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Morgan Stanley
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
FJ Labs
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 3
SoundBoard Venture Fund
North America, New Jersey, United States, Montclair
Co-Investments: 2
Blackhorn Ventures
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Co-Investments: 2
Anthemis
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 2
Jetstream
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Genius Guild
North America, Georgia, United States, Decatur
Co-Investments: 2
Overton Venture Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
The BFM Fund
North America, Oregon, United States, Portland
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does REFASHIOND Ventures often collaborate with?

NM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
TP
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Shared Deals: 1
VR
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Shared Deals: 1
SG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
David Bettenhausen
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Shared Deals: 1
Osuke Honda
Asia, Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo
Shared Deals: 1
MG
North America, New York, United States, Nyack
Shared Deals: 1
MS
North America, Florida, United States, Miami
Shared Deals: 1
YJ
North America, California, United States, Cupertino
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by REFASHIOND Ventures?

MyAvana

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

MyAvana provides hair care recommendation system for women of color.

AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BeautyHealth Care
SeedAug 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,900,000
Diagon

San Francisco, California, United States

B2B Marketplace for Manufacturing & Automation Equipment

Industrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingProcurementSoftware
SeedApr 17, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,100,000
MAVI.io

Miami, Florida, United States

Connected Car retail orchestration platform enabling NextMile retail

AutomotiveE-CommerceRetail
SeedMar 18, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Buildstock

New York, New York, United States

Buildstock is a B2B construction materials marketplace & FinTech software startup for the high rise & industrial markets

ConstructionFinTechMarketplace
Pre SeedFeb 22, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,600,000
Pathways Technologies, Inc.

New York, New York, United States

Pathways automates the creation of Life Cycle Assessments and Environmental Product Declarations for manufacturers

ArchitectureArtificial Intelligence (AI)ConstructionEnvironmental Engineering
Pre SeedFeb 14, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,500,000
Arvist

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Arvist improves productivity in warehouses and distribution centers with real-time digital twins without new infrastructure investments

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Computer VisionLogisticsMachine LearningSupply Chain ManagementWarehousing
Pre SeedSep 10, 2023
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
The Prospective Co.

New York, New York, United States

The Prospective Co. provides fast, interactive analytics & data visualization product for large datasets.

AnalyticsInformation Technology
SeedJul 18, 2023
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
Channel19

Fremont, California, United States

Channel19 is a personalized digital freight aggregation platform helping to make life easier for freight trucking industry.

Freight ServiceLogisticsSoftwareSupply Chain Management
SeedJun 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,700,000
Otonomi

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

Otonomi is a parametric insurance platform that provides underwriting, claims automation, and digital funds management services.

BlockchainFinTechInsuranceInsurTech
SeedOct 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,375,000
Denim

New York, New York, United States

Denim is a financial platform specializing in freight broker operations.

FinanceFinTechFreight ServiceInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Series BSep 15, 2022
Amount Raised: $26,000,000