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When founders like Nancy Kalish tell us that they're "so lucky to have Lunr as a partner," it reminds us why we do what we do. From growing brands like Rule Breaker Snacks to industry experts like Cathy Cheng at Brian & Associates, we're honored to provide the "level of tailored flexibility" that helps set consumer brands up for long-term success. #AlternativeFinancing #CPG #ConsumerBrands #Retail

Great way to start the week! I spent Monday lunch hour learning from one of Minneapolis' standout investors, Mary Grove, during Bread and Butter Ventures Seed Stage Fundraising Session. Huge thanks to Mary and the team for sharing valuable insights on building a strong fundraising foundation. A few takeaways: ✔️ The importance of a tight, timebound fundraising process and treating it like an enterprise sales cycle. ✔️ Best practices for making a compelling first pitch: communicate a big vision, know your numbers, and follow up thoughtfully. ✔️ Know your key terms to negotiate for a solid deal, like valuation, founder vesting, and board composition. ✔️ Post-raise essentials: keep investors updated with monthly KPIs, wins, and challenges to build ongoing support. #FundraisingTips #StartupGrowth #breadandbutterventures

With firsthand experience bringing brands into major retailers, our team at Lunr understands the real challenges brands face in those critical early months. From managing cash flow to navigating repayment terms, we speak the same language as founders and help guide them through every step – aligning financing with their supply chain needs. Listen to Jackie Bae discuss more tips and insights with Monique Benoit on the Scaling Emerging Beauty Podcast. 📖 Read more from the interview on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gJx-EQFv 🎙️ Listen to the full podcast episode: https://lnkd.in/gweMCgUw #cpg #retail #beauty

Sanjana Pattanaik thanks for the time! ** if anyone wants a smart gen z perspective follow along ⚡️⚡️⚡️

We had the privilege of sitting down with William Hayden, co-founder of Bags, to explore how they’re helping small business owners unlock financial growth through access to capital. Bags goes beyond financial management, partnering with entrepreneurs to overcome common roadblocks—whether it's cash flow challenges, access to capital, or streamlining financial operations. Their commitment to underserved communities and the genuine, lasting relationships they build make them a standout provider in the financial services space. Check out the full interview for insights on scaling a business, navigating financial hurdles, creating long-term growth strategies, and more about William's inspiring journey. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gCTdqMX8 #CPG #Entrepreneurship #InventoryFinance

If you’re going to DC Startup & Tech Week (Formerly DC Startup Week) this week, keep an eye out for Lunr’s Dace Graham. He'll be there connecting with the community and bouncing around all of the great sessions. Shoot him a message if you’re interested in meeting up sometime this week 👋 #DCSTW #CPG

Awesome to see so many beauty and wellness leaders being recognized at the 2024 Beacon Awards! And a big congrats to the NewBound Venture Capital team on their nomination for outstanding contributions in the Seed + Small Growth Investor category.

Financing CPG growth isn’t one-size-fits-all. While Lunr Capital helps with inventory financing, brands often need additional funding for areas like innovation and marketing. The key is finding a financing partner that supports your overall strategy and business goals. Hear from our very own Jackie Bae about how Lunr collaborates with brands to help drive growth, acting as one of the many tools in their financial toolkit on the Scaling Emerging Beauty Podcast. 📖 Read more from the interview on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gJx-EQFv 🎙️ Listen to the full podcast episode: https://lnkd.in/gweMCgUw #cpg #beauty #retail

We're beyond excited to announce that Erin Wall is stepping up as President of Lunr Capital! Erin is a *boss* in every sense of the word. As an exceptional growth driver, fundraiser, and team builder, her strategic thinking and innovative approaches have been instrumental since day one–a big reason Lunr has made it to where we’re at today. Congratulations, Erin! We look forward to the future under your visionary leadership. 🚀

We had the pleasure of hosting the Forge North Investor roundtable, bringing together some of Minnesota’s most passionate investors. In our discussions, we explored how our community can expand early-stage capital to drive innovation, build stronger connections with local enterprises, and ensure our investments actively contribute to racial equity. Thanks to all who joined!