Company: CAVU Consumer Partners
Description: Founded in 2015 by Rohan Oza, Clayton Christopher, and Brett Thomas, CAVU Consumer Partners operates as a consumer-focused investment firm that emphasizes partnerships with operators to cultivate high-growth and disruptive businesses. The firm embraces a collaborative ethos, prioritizing the roles of partners and operators over those of traditional investors. At CAVU, the primary goal is to establish optimal conditions for companies to realize their full potential and for entrepreneurs to fulfill their aspirations.
CAVU Consumer Partners operates under the belief that, when equipped with the right team, culture, product strategy, and capital, limitless possibilities emerge. The firm boasts considerable industry experience and a distinguished track record as founders and brand builders in the consumer products sector, enabling them to navigate challenges beyond the confines of the boardroom. Their investment focus is on passionate entrepreneurs who hold visionary ideas aimed at enhancing the world.
The firm distinguishes itself through its original operator-investing model, which allows it to provide substantial assistance and guidance to entrepreneurs. This support spans diverse areas, including new product development, top-tier consumer packaged goods (CPG) recruitment, channel distribution strategy, celebrity partnerships, and marketing strategy. With locations in New York and Los Angeles, CAVU Consumer Partners specifically targets better-for-you branded consumer product companies across various sectors, including Food and Beverage, Pet, Personal Care, Beauty, and other lifestyle brands.
CAVU's investment strategies exhibit total flexibility in terms of stage and structure, allowing the firm to create tailored investment solutions. This adaptability requires a thoughtful approach, in-depth sector knowledge, and a clear understanding of both the company’s needs and those of its shareholders.