Luke Vernon

Operator Turned Investor & Owner | Managing Partner, Ridgeline Ventures

📍 Boulder, Colorado, United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 7 investments📅 10 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2024𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
Operator-angel🌍 United States
7
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Portfolio

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Board Member
2024
KCN Campgrounds, a proud KOA Franchisee and Partner, is building and managing a portfolio of world-class outdoor hospitality properties throughout the United States. At the forefront of the rapidly growing industry, we focus on RV campgrounds, offering a variety of unique outdoor experiences that cater to the evolving needs of campers and glampers alike. From traditional camping to luxury glamping, were committed to making the outdoors accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our campgrounds are modernizing and expanding to meet the demands of the work-from-anywhere trend and the increasing desire for new and unique outdoor experiences. We collaborate with investors, industry partners, and other outdoor hospitality leaders to create a best-in-market experience for our guests and team members. Were not just offering a place to stay; were creating unforgettable adventures and lasting memories. Join us as we shape the future of outdoor hospitality and continue to grow our team with passionate and enthusiastic people who want to help others experience the outdoors.
Board Member
2024
KCN Campgrounds, a proud KOA Franchisee and Partner, is building and managing a portfolio of world-class outdoor hospitality properties throughout the United States. At the forefront of the rapidly growing industry, we focus on RV campgrounds, offering a variety of unique outdoor experiences that cater to the evolving needs of campers and glampers alike. From traditional camping to luxury glamping, were committed to making the outdoors accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our campgrounds are modernizing and expanding to meet the demands of the work-from-anywhere trend and the increasing desire for new and unique outdoor experiences. We collaborate with investors, industry partners, and other outdoor hospitality leaders to create a best-in-market experience for our guests and team members. Were not just offering a place to stay; were creating unforgettable adventures and lasting memories. Join us as we shape the future of outdoor hospitality and continue to grow our team with passionate and enthusiastic people who want to help others experience the outdoors.
Board Member
2020
Joyfull Bakery® is on a mission to spread joy by making undeniably delicious foods. With an emphasis on fewer but better ingredients, Joyfull Bakery® carefully selects ingredients that are simple, all-natural and high quality so you can enjoy life and its flavors to the fullest. Joyfull Bakery® Parmesan Crisps are exactly that…Crisp. Parmesan. No preservatives, no fillers! Just 100% aged Parmesan, slowly oven-baked using artisanal methods and no shortcuts to achieve the best Parmesan taste and delicate crispy texture. Joyfull Bakery® Parmesan Crisps are fantastic by themselves, or as the perfect side to soup, crumbled on top of a salad, on a charcuterie board, to scoop up your favorite dip, or…you get the idea! With Joyfull Bakery® Parmesan Crisps there are endless easy ways to bring some joy to your day. Find us in a store near you: www.joyfullbakery.com
Board Member
Jan 2017
Cotopaxi creates outdoor products, apparel, and experiences that help alleviate poverty, move people to do good, and inspire adventure. Our social impact strategy focuses on global poverty alleviation, and we employ responsible sourcing and manufacturing practices throughout our supply chains.
mid stageRetail
Board Member
Jan 2017
Cotopaxi creates outdoor products, apparel, and experiences that help alleviate poverty, move people to do good, and inspire adventure. Our social impact strategy focuses on global poverty alleviation, and we employ responsible sourcing and manufacturing practices throughout our supply chains.
mid stageRetail
Board Member
Mar 2016
Cycling is about the experience of being in motion, regardless of the bike or the brand, road or trail, the season or the destination. For us, the next ride is always the best ride. Were cyclists who want to find the right bike for you. That’s why we obsessively curate our ever-evolving inventory. It’s the reason our expert mechanics meticulously inspect every part on every bike. And it’s why we track the market and technical trends, and only take the bikes that meet our exacting standards. We’ve created a process that evolves with the cyclist, from Certified Pre-Owned bikes, to risk-free 30-day returns, to our Guaranteed Buyback program. TPC. We’re changing the way cyclists buy bikes.
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2024
Board Member
2024
KCN Campgrounds, a proud KOA Franchisee and Partner, is building and managing a portfolio of world-class outdoor hospitality properties throughout the United States. At the forefront of the rapidly growing industry, we focus on RV campgrounds, offering a variety of unique outdoor experiences that cater to the evolving needs of campers and glampers alike. From traditional camping to luxury glamping, were committed to making the outdoors accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our campgrounds are modernizing and expanding to meet the demands of the work-from-anywhere trend and the increasing desire for new and unique outdoor experiences. We collaborate with investors, industry partners, and other outdoor hospitality leaders to create a best-in-market experience for our guests and team members. Were not just offering a place to stay; were creating unforgettable adventures and lasting memories. Join us as we shape the future of outdoor hospitality and continue to grow our team with passionate and enthusiastic people who want to help others experience the outdoors.
Board Member
2024
KCN Campgrounds, a proud KOA Franchisee and Partner, is building and managing a portfolio of world-class outdoor hospitality properties throughout the United States. At the forefront of the rapidly growing industry, we focus on RV campgrounds, offering a variety of unique outdoor experiences that cater to the evolving needs of campers and glampers alike. From traditional camping to luxury glamping, were committed to making the outdoors accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our campgrounds are modernizing and expanding to meet the demands of the work-from-anywhere trend and the increasing desire for new and unique outdoor experiences. We collaborate with investors, industry partners, and other outdoor hospitality leaders to create a best-in-market experience for our guests and team members. Were not just offering a place to stay; were creating unforgettable adventures and lasting memories. Join us as we shape the future of outdoor hospitality and continue to grow our team with passionate and enthusiastic people who want to help others experience the outdoors.
2020
Board Member
2020
Joyfull Bakery® is on a mission to spread joy by making undeniably delicious foods. With an emphasis on fewer but better ingredients, Joyfull Bakery® carefully selects ingredients that are simple, all-natural and high quality so you can enjoy life and its flavors to the fullest. Joyfull Bakery® Parmesan Crisps are exactly that…Crisp. Parmesan. No preservatives, no fillers! Just 100% aged Parmesan, slowly oven-baked using artisanal methods and no shortcuts to achieve the best Parmesan taste and delicate crispy texture. Joyfull Bakery® Parmesan Crisps are fantastic by themselves, or as the perfect side to soup, crumbled on top of a salad, on a charcuterie board, to scoop up your favorite dip, or…you get the idea! With Joyfull Bakery® Parmesan Crisps there are endless easy ways to bring some joy to your day. Find us in a store near you: www.joyfullbakery.com
2017
Board Member
Jan 2017
Cotopaxi creates outdoor products, apparel, and experiences that help alleviate poverty, move people to do good, and inspire adventure. Our social impact strategy focuses on global poverty alleviation, and we employ responsible sourcing and manufacturing practices throughout our supply chains.
mid stageRetail
Board Member
Jan 2017
Cotopaxi creates outdoor products, apparel, and experiences that help alleviate poverty, move people to do good, and inspire adventure. Our social impact strategy focuses on global poverty alleviation, and we employ responsible sourcing and manufacturing practices throughout our supply chains.
mid stageRetail
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