Uprise Ventures

Uprise Ventures operates as a venture capital firm and studio, building high-potential, consumer-facing companies. It invests early, partnering with founders to create lasting brands and technologies. The firm focuses on consumer technology, including e-commerce and digital media, and traditional retail sectors like health & beauty, food & beverage, and luxury goods.

Established in 2010 by Kevin Kirkpatrick and Waleed Mehmood, Uprise Ventures originated from an insight into the consumer sector's significant potential. They believed strategic early investment and active partnership would foster market-leading businesses. The founders built the firm with a "founder first" philosophy, collaborating closely with entrepreneurs.

Uprise Ventures serves visionary founders of consumer-focused companies aspiring to innovate and lead. The firm provides strategic guidance, problem-solving, and leverages its network of advisors and influencers. Its vision empowers entrepreneurs, transforming innovative ideas into successful, market-defining consumer enterprises.