CompanyFirst

CompanyFirst is a venture capital firm based in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to investing in and building the next generation of consumer brands, products, retailers, and technologies. The firm focuses on innovative, emerging consumer-branded products and services with high growth potential. CompanyFirst backs passionate entrepreneurs with big ideas and a clear vision, often starting with seed rounds and continuing to invest across multiple stages of growth.

The firm's investment strategy includes co-investing with great partners to bring the best resources to companies. CompanyFirst's team is cross-functional and hands-on, with decades of experience spanning venture capital, private equity, technology, operations, manufacturing, product development, and brand strategy. The firm is committed to providing value beyond capital, working closely with entrepreneurs to build valuable companies.

CompanyFirst's portfolio includes investments in companies such as Pacha Soap, Caraway, and Murphy's Naturals. The firm operates in the United States, focusing on consumer goods, consumer services, technology, retail, and supply chain innovation sectors. With a team of 1-10 employees, CompanyFirst was founded in 2017 and has been actively investing in emerging consumer brands and technologies since its inception.