Silas Capital

Silas Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage consumer brands, particularly those operating in the direct-to-consumer space. The firm partners with entrepreneurs to build exceptional companies by providing both growth and venture capital. Their investment strategy focuses on emerging growth-stage consumer brands, with a target check size of $3 to $8 million for early-stage companies and $200,000 to $500,000 for venture-stage companies.

The firm's portfolio spans various sectors, including consumer goods, e-commerce, retail, beauty, health & wellness, fashion, food & beverage, personal care, sustainability, digital, cosmetics, emerging growth, direct-to-consumer, consumer products, and wholesale. Notable investments include Bare Snacks, Bellroy, Boll & Branch, Casper, Chief, Dos Toros, Dr. Roebuck's, ILIA Beauty, Naadam, Lord Jones, and Summersalt.

Silas Capital differentiates itself by being one of the few experienced firms specializing in early growth-stage consumer businesses with revenues between $5 million and $20 million. The firm allocates 10% of its capital for venture-stage digital brands, reflecting the convergence of traditional and online consumer channels. Their objective is to amplify the capabilities of entrepreneurs, creating long-term value, superior brand recognition, and increased market share while allowing founders to maintain both creative and shareholder control.