Trail Post Ventures

Trail Post Ventures, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Sausalito, California, is a venture capital firm dedicated to partnering with the next generation of exceptional consumer brands. The firm seeks out talented entrepreneurs and differentiated concepts, providing value-added support to drive innovation and accelerate growth. Trail Post Ventures takes an active, hands-on approach, leveraging its resources to build strong brands and prepare businesses for the next stage of growth. The firm's investment focus includes sectors such as specialty retail, restaurants, food products, beauty, and personal care. Notable portfolio companies include Naadam Cashmere, Rumpl, JuneShine, Sweetfin, and Nutpods. The firm typically invests between $250,000 to $2 million in initial capital, primarily participating in Seed, Series A, and B financing rounds. Trail Post Ventures is led by co-founders Nick Mindel and Will Schmitt, who bring extensive experience in investment banking and private equity within the consumer industry.