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Mar 2023
Nguyen Coffee Supply is the first Vietnamese-American & woman-owned importer and roaster of specialty coffee beans from Vietnam in the U.S.
We are proud to partner with a 4th generation farmer who owns and operates his family farm in Vietnam’s famed Central Highlands. Together, we set out on an unprecedented mission: bring his organic, green beans to the U.S. for people to enjoy fresh roasted and in a variety of brew styles.
Nguyen Coffee Supply was founded by Sahra Nguyen, a first generation Vietnamese American and a quintessential Millennial of the “Slash Generation.” Her multifaceted creative career includes award-winning documentary filmmaker behind NBC News’ “Deported,” co-founder of New York Times reviewed restaurant “Lucy’s Vietnamese Kitchen,” co-founder of podcasting agency “Listening Party,” and a 2018 Google Next Gen Tech Policy Leader. Nguyen is the daughter of Vietnamese refugees, who fled their country by boat after the Vietnam War, and eventually settled in Boston, MA, where she was born and raised.
Through coffee, Nguyen is telling a new story and creating new opportunities for people within the global coffee community -- from the farmers to consumers.
Weve built our own direct trade coffee network to import green beans and fresh roast in Brooklyn, NY. While Vietnam is the second largest coffee producer in the world, and the largest producer of robusta beans -- Nguyen Coffee Supply builds on this market potential by existing as one of the only places for fresh roasted Vietnamese coffee beans in the U.S.
Nguyen Coffee Supply is expanding third-wave coffee culture by celebrating diversity in the coffee community, offering sustainably sourced coffee beans, and championing the people behind the world’s second largest coffee production. The brand slogan, “For the People’s Grind,” reflects our mission to inspire and fuel the universal grind.
Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Officer, Board Member, Investor
Jan 2023
Barcode is a way of life. We believe that stellar performances are made through everyday actions, and that true health means being sound of body and mind.
Entirely plant-based and adaptogen-powered, Barcode is a functional beverage that works with your body to keep your entire self at full potential.
Developed by the experts, vetted by the pros, but made for everybody to enjoy.
drinkbarcode.com
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Dec 2022
Bawi’s mission is to make the beverage industry a more culturally-relevant and flavorful space. We strive to bring one of the first better-for-you Hispanic beverages to market for the next generation of consumers.
A sparkling, low-calorie, agua fresca. Mexican representation in more than just the chips and salsa aisle.
Launching in Austin and online in March of 2022. Sign up here to stay updated on our launch: https://drinkbawi.com
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Aug 2022
TL;DR: we turn any marketing activation into an in-store purchase aka we help you PUMP units through the register.
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Jun 2022
imagine eating a donut without regretting it.
glonuts are cute, mini, vegan, 1 net carbs and sooooooooooooooo good.
Strategic Advisor, Investor, Formulator
Nov 2021
When Co-founder Kayvon Jahanbakhsh was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis when he was a freshman in college he lost over 80 pounds, and he was forced to dramatically change his diet to focus on his gut health.
It’s that moment when Kayvon realized how difficult it was to find products that would help him on this journey that he could enjoy. That’s where the idea for Halfday prebiotic iced tea was born - with the purpose to make digestive wellness more delicious, fun and accessible.
As a first generation Iranian-American, Kayvon’s family served tea with breakfast, lunch and dinner each day. At school he was introduced to sugary bottles of iced tea that were readily available in cafeterias.
Kayvon enlisted the help of classmate & best-friend Mike Lombardo to develop an iced tea that tasted nostalgic, but without all of the junk. Each can of Halfday has prebiotic fiber, with only 3-5g of sugar.
Kayvon & Mike researched tirelessly the highest quality fibers & ingredients possible, knowing this needed to be something Kayvon could enjoy every single day.
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Sep 2021
Loco Coffee was created by two best friends who were sick of the guilt and crashes after drinking sugar loaded coffee.
A low calorie, low sugar cold brew coffee that gives clean energy and has simple ingredients.
Dairy free. Gluten Free. Its time to upgrade.
Strategic Advisor, Investor, Formulator
May 2021
Our superfood PB&Js are packed with tangy sweetness, salty swirls within pillow-soft whole wheat bread. Packaged perfectly for on-the-go, Chubby Snacks peanut butter and jam sandwiches are sweetened with dates and powered by chia seeds. Our we cut crusts, not corners mission ensures the kids get tasty snacks without any of the junk ingredients. With less than 3g of real sugar, high protein and fiber, Chubby Snacks are the perfect snack for the entire family!
Strategic Advisor, Investor, Formulator
Oct 2019
We are a plant-based innovation engine taking over the confectionary industry.
Dream Bigger. Indulge Better.
IG: @dreampops
TikTok: @dreampops
Strategic Advisor, Investor, Formulator
Sep 2019
How did O2 Hydration come to be the best-tasting sports drink in the world? It all began in Columbus, OH, way back in 2014, with Dave Colina and Dr. Dan Kim – and a dream of pure sports drink perfection.
At the time, they were just a couple guys at Ohio State University, stayin’ up late and hittin’ weights, and wondering: why the hell do sports drinks have to suck so hard?
Great question. And, the answer is: they don’t. Not anymore. Remember the KISS method? Keep It Simple, Silly. Thats what Dave and Dan did. They asked, "How can we make a delicious sports drink with a mind-blowing electrolyte count using the fewest possible real ingredients?"
And boy were they serious. There are only 10 ingredients in O2 (okay, 11 when you count the premium green coffee beans in the caffeinated flavors), and you can pronounce them all.
Then, things did get a little complicated. The Double Ds wanted low calories and low sugar, so they did that. And, they wanted it vegan and keto, and Non-GMO Project Verified, and 100% carbon neutral, so they did that ...
They wanted to create something heroic – a no-bullsh*t sports drink worthy of a cheering crowd that just might save the world (and your body) from dry, dust-choked, dehydrated destruction.
Oh, and did you know its oxygenated? O2 – yes, it’s in the name – uses oxygen instead of CO2, because oxygen accelerates muscle recovery, while carbonation just makes you bloated as it tries to find a way out ... pfffft. Ah, no thanks.
You know, you look around, and you see all these sugary sports drinks in their single-use plastic bottles, and you think - who is drinking this stuff, anyway? Its bad for your body, its terrible for the planet, and most of it tastes like liquid diabetes or battery acid.
Well, not anymore. Meet O2 - the best-tasting better-for-you sports hydration youll ever pour into your beautiful face.
Hydrate like you mean it.
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Jun 2019
Sanzo bridges cultures by connecting people with authentic flavors.
Our flagship line is a modern sparkling beverage infused with traditional Asian flavors.
Strategic Advisor, Board Member, Investor
Oct 2016
Take me there... Blue Island Coffee was created in the Caribbean while sailing island-to-island, beach-to-beach, exploring and escaping every day. Staying energized and healthy is important for any lifestyle. We believe that a great cup of coffee every morning and afternoon is beyond an emotional ritual, it’s the center of our soul, rejuvenating us each day, and awakening us from within. Drinking coffee on an island beach is such a strong joyful experience, we wanted to create a brand to always take us there, and we want to share that experience with you.
Experience · 16 entries
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Investments (11)
Founder (2)
2023
Investor
Mar 2023
Nguyen Coffee Supply is the first Vietnamese-American & woman-owned importer and roaster of specialty coffee beans from Vietnam in the U.S.
We are proud to partner with a 4th generation farmer who owns and operates his family farm in Vietnam’s famed Central Highlands. Together, we set out on an unprecedented mission: bring his organic, green beans to the U.S. for people to enjoy fresh roasted and in a variety of brew styles.
Nguyen Coffee Supply was founded by Sahra Nguyen, a first generation Vietnamese American and a quintessential Millennial of the “Slash Generation.” Her multifaceted creative career includes award-winning documentary filmmaker behind NBC News’ “Deported,” co-founder of New York Times reviewed restaurant “Lucy’s Vietnamese Kitchen,” co-founder of podcasting agency “Listening Party,” and a 2018 Google Next Gen Tech Policy Leader. Nguyen is the daughter of Vietnamese refugees, who fled their country by boat after the Vietnam War, and eventually settled in Boston, MA, where she was born and raised.
Through coffee, Nguyen is telling a new story and creating new opportunities for people within the global coffee community -- from the farmers to consumers.
Weve built our own direct trade coffee network to import green beans and fresh roast in Brooklyn, NY. While Vietnam is the second largest coffee producer in the world, and the largest producer of robusta beans -- Nguyen Coffee Supply builds on this market potential by existing as one of the only places for fresh roasted Vietnamese coffee beans in the U.S.
Nguyen Coffee Supply is expanding third-wave coffee culture by celebrating diversity in the coffee community, offering sustainably sourced coffee beans, and championing the people behind the world’s second largest coffee production. The brand slogan, “For the People’s Grind,” reflects our mission to inspire and fuel the universal grind.
Co-Founder, Chief Strategy Officer, Board Member, Investor
Jan 2023
Barcode is a way of life. We believe that stellar performances are made through everyday actions, and that true health means being sound of body and mind.
Entirely plant-based and adaptogen-powered, Barcode is a functional beverage that works with your body to keep your entire self at full potential.
Developed by the experts, vetted by the pros, but made for everybody to enjoy.
drinkbarcode.com
2022
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Dec 2022
Bawi’s mission is to make the beverage industry a more culturally-relevant and flavorful space. We strive to bring one of the first better-for-you Hispanic beverages to market for the next generation of consumers.
A sparkling, low-calorie, agua fresca. Mexican representation in more than just the chips and salsa aisle.
Launching in Austin and online in March of 2022. Sign up here to stay updated on our launch: https://drinkbawi.com
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Aug 2022
TL;DR: we turn any marketing activation into an in-store purchase aka we help you PUMP units through the register.
Strategic Advisor, Investor
Jun 2022
imagine eating a donut without regretting it.
glonuts are cute, mini, vegan, 1 net carbs and sooooooooooooooo good.
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