Able Partners

Able Partners is a New York-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in companies that promote health and well-being, with a strong focus on consumer and technology sectors. Founded by Lisa Blau, Nicole Gibbons, and Amanda E. Jones, the firm partners with passionate entrepreneurs building brands that enhance the daily lives of people, making them healthier, happier, and more fulfilling. Their investment thesis centers on identifying innovative businesses within the wellness ecosystem, spanning areas from personal care and nutrition to digital health and family-focused solutions.

The firm typically invests in companies at the Seed to Series A stages, often taking a lead or co-lead position in funding rounds. Able Partners is known for its hands-on approach, providing strategic support and leveraging its extensive network to help portfolio companies scale. Their diverse portfolio includes well-recognized brands such as Ritual, a leading vitamin subscription service; Oura, known for its smart rings; Lovevery, a developer of stage-based play essentials for children; and Modern Fertility, a women's health company.

Able Partners has demonstrated significant growth in its capital base, successfully raising three distinct funds. Their first fund closed at $30 million in 2018, followed by a $60 million second fund in 2021. Most recently, the firm announced the closing of its third fund at $100 million in September 2023, bringing their total capital under management to $190 million. Initial investments from Able Partners typically range from $1 million to $5 million, with capacity for follow-on investments as their portfolio companies mature and require additional capital.