Brandon Nicholas

Here at B.T.R. NATION, were on a mission to end mindless snacking by reimagining the modern vending machine. Its time for on-the-go snacks to be better and bolder. No compromises here. Currently, we make the worlds first Protein Bars with a Purpose: 100% powered by plants, 90% less sugar than the average bar, and boosted with purpose-driven superfoods, adaptogens & functional mushrooms to help you eat your way to a happier, healthier headspace. And bars are just the beginning... Were excited to be expanding our portfolio in October 2022 with a better-for-you snack line that has never been made before. But were going there.

tbh is an honest hazelnut cocoa spread co-founded by the actor Noah Schnapp and Umana Venture Studio in 2021. Our customers can find our vegan, no palm oil, protein-packed, and 50% less sugar product in more than 2,500 doors across the country, like Kroger, Fred Meyer, Erewhon, Gelson’s, and Publix, in innovation destinations like Pop Up Grocer, and online via Amazon, Gopuff and Instacart. While our spread can be eaten by the spoonful, tbh is also a primary ingredient in collaborations with Chubby Snacks PB&tbh sandwiches and Insomnia Cookies treats. Interested in spreading the good stuff with us? Email us at hello@snacktbh.com.

Hi there! I’m Solanda, founder of GoBe Kids, makers of the original Snack Spinner. I am passionate about raising the best little ones possible and encouraging healthy relationships with food. We as parents know the routine all too well: we buckle our kids in their car seats and within five minutes (if we’re lucky), they’re already asking for snacks. You’re then forced to “spin” your body in ways you never thought possible to hand them snacks one by one, hoping you don’t find a sticky mess all over the floor and in the cupholder (speaking from experience). I wanted to clean up the mess and put the fun back in snacking… for everyone. That’s why my husband (an engineer) and I created the GoBe Snack Spinner, a sustainable, spill-resistant snack container that keeps messes at bay and little ones smiling. With the press of a button, kids independently spin from one snack to the next. But the GoBe Snack Spinner is so much more than a fun, spill-resistant snack container. The GoBe Snack Spinner allows kids to exercise their power within limits. As the parent, I am responsible for what, when, and where they eat, and my children are responsible for how much they eat. Simply put: I offer my toddlers a variety of foods and then let them decide what to eat. This is so important because as a mom of four young girls growing up in a diet culture all I want for them is to have a positive relationship with themselves and food... for life. Parents love it. Kids are obsessed with it. GoBe is a win-win. Stay tuned for exciting updates as we continue to build the GoBe brand and product lineup. Happy snacking!

A wellness brand and the creator the Nutr Machine – create your own nut and plant-based milks at the push of a button. Dairy-free milks & recipes can now be made fresh from your countertop, in a sleek, compact and versatile machine.

Saint Elizabeth Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in acquiring, managing, and developing small to middle-market businesses throughout the country. Our focus is on companies that require fresh capital and ownership structures to unlock their full potential and generate significant value. We strive to offer appealing exit opportunities for owners and operators of small to medium-sized private enterprises, as well as divestiture options for corporate parent companies looking to shed non-core assets. Our team is driven and passionate about creating opportunities for growth and success.

The Ohio Innovation Fund provides venture capital and expertise to enable early-stage Ohio companies to grow and prosper. OIF is committed to retaining the best and brightest in Ohio, and supports the creation of the next generation of groundbreaking technologies, companies, and industries.

Here at B.T.R. NATION, were on a mission to end mindless snacking by reimagining the modern vending machine. Its time for on-the-go snacks to be better and bolder. No compromises here. Currently, we make the worlds first Protein Bars with a Purpose: 100% powered by plants, 90% less sugar than the average bar, and boosted with purpose-driven superfoods, adaptogens & functional mushrooms to help you eat your way to a happier, healthier headspace. And bars are just the beginning... Were excited to be expanding our portfolio in October 2022 with a better-for-you snack line that has never been made before. But were going there.

tbh is an honest hazelnut cocoa spread co-founded by the actor Noah Schnapp and Umana Venture Studio in 2021. Our customers can find our vegan, no palm oil, protein-packed, and 50% less sugar product in more than 2,500 doors across the country, like Kroger, Fred Meyer, Erewhon, Gelson’s, and Publix, in innovation destinations like Pop Up Grocer, and online via Amazon, Gopuff and Instacart. While our spread can be eaten by the spoonful, tbh is also a primary ingredient in collaborations with Chubby Snacks PB&tbh sandwiches and Insomnia Cookies treats. Interested in spreading the good stuff with us? Email us at hello@snacktbh.com.

Hi there! I’m Solanda, founder of GoBe Kids, makers of the original Snack Spinner. I am passionate about raising the best little ones possible and encouraging healthy relationships with food. We as parents know the routine all too well: we buckle our kids in their car seats and within five minutes (if we’re lucky), they’re already asking for snacks. You’re then forced to “spin” your body in ways you never thought possible to hand them snacks one by one, hoping you don’t find a sticky mess all over the floor and in the cupholder (speaking from experience). I wanted to clean up the mess and put the fun back in snacking… for everyone. That’s why my husband (an engineer) and I created the GoBe Snack Spinner, a sustainable, spill-resistant snack container that keeps messes at bay and little ones smiling. With the press of a button, kids independently spin from one snack to the next. But the GoBe Snack Spinner is so much more than a fun, spill-resistant snack container. The GoBe Snack Spinner allows kids to exercise their power within limits. As the parent, I am responsible for what, when, and where they eat, and my children are responsible for how much they eat. Simply put: I offer my toddlers a variety of foods and then let them decide what to eat. This is so important because as a mom of four young girls growing up in a diet culture all I want for them is to have a positive relationship with themselves and food... for life. Parents love it. Kids are obsessed with it. GoBe is a win-win. Stay tuned for exciting updates as we continue to build the GoBe brand and product lineup. Happy snacking!