Investing
with Intention
Ridgeline provides patient, founder-friendly capital to accelerate the growth of companies.
Our Approach
We are collaborative, experienced operators, focused on long-term value.
We understand a Founder’s desire to place the company they have spent their life building into capable hands. We look at each investment as an opportunity to learn from and collaborate with visionary Founders and Management Teams to successfully continue their legacy.
Each of our Partners has over 20 years of operating experience across a range of companies and industries from startup to later stage.
From operations to finance, sales to marketing, technology to recruiting, we have the experience to help build an infrastructure to scale and accelerate growth.
Our goal is to build sustainable companies.
We only invest our own capital which fully aligns us with management teams. We remain focused on achieving the optimal outcome for each individual company.
Our Values
Integrity, Partnership,
Collaboration, Culture & Community.
Uncompromising integrity regardless of the circumstance. Respectful team-building that fosters innovation, identifies solutions and creates enterprise value. Appreciating the importance of good partners and aligning with the right people. Encouraging a stimulating and engaging company culture that drives productivity, loyalty and success. Recognizing a company’s role within its community and giving back.
What We Look For
Exceptional People, Inspiring Companies.
We view people as the most important asset of any company. We’re inspired by Founders who are passionate, collaborative, humble and driven who are looking for a like minded and trusted partner that will continue to cultivate and build upon the legacy of the company they founded.
We are drawn to forward-looking businesses that are dedicated to making a difference and helping people lead healthier and more active lives. And we are energized by companies who make a positive impact on the planet.
Majority Stake
Criteria:
$10M-50M in revenue with a history of positive cash flow and EBITDA
Growth Equity
Criteria:
$15-150 million in revenue with a history of positive cash flow and EBITDA
Check size:
$5-15 million with the ability to expand that through SPVs and/or co-investors
Early Stage
Criteria:
$2-10 million in revenue with high growth and game-changing innovation
Check size:
$100k-500k
Portfolio
We are assembling a world-class portfolio of inspiring companies led by exceptional teams.
Cotopaxi
Gear for good
Bobo’s
Baked with ❤️
TPC
Changing the way bikes are bought and sold
Joyfull Bakery
Artisan baked goods, handcrafted with joy
KCN Campgrounds
The future of outdoor hospitality
Bonafide Provisions
Bone broth with better ingredients, taste and quality
Force of Nature
The best meat on the planet, for the planet
Lifeforce
Health optimization made easy
Noka
Superfood smoothies & snacks to go
Solarcore
Developing the most advanced thermal solutions on the planet
Sahajan
Skincare based on the Ancient Indian Science of Ayurveda
What They Say
Hear from our brand partners.
The Team
We are a seasoned group of entrepreneurs and executives who have started, built & managed successful companies.
As patient, collaborative investment partners, we love to work alongside teams who inspire us and share our passion for healthy living.
Erich Tengelsen
Founding Partner
Luke Vernon
Managing Partner
Ally Disterhoft
Partner
John Byrne
Associate
Contact Us
Here at Ridgeline, we believe in business as a force for good
If you’re looking for a collaborative, values-aligned partner, please reach out – we’d love to meet you.
2500 Pearl St, Suite 315
Boulder, CO 80302
hello@ridgelinevc.com
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