Johnnie Yu
Overview
A consumer-focused angel investor based in New York City, specializing in early-stage brands that intersect with culture and technology. Johnnie invests at Listen Ventures, focusing on brands that operate at the intersection of consumer and culture, especially those that participate in category creation and operate in the counter-culture. He is also the founder and a core team member at ConsumerDAO, a community of professional consumer founders, investors, and brand enthusiasts passionate about bridging Consumer and Web3. Outside of investing, Johnnie is a self-proclaimed brand nerd and futurist. He runs a web development and design agency specializing in AI and mentors brands through NYU and Techstars. He also enjoys photography, collaborating with emerging artists and fashion brands, and hosting dinner parties with friends.
Investment Focus
- Brands operating at the intersection of consumer and culture
- Participation in category creation
- Engagement in counter-culture
- Interest in Web3 and AI technologies
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Johnnie Yu invest in?
Johnnie Yu invests in Retail, E-commerce, Food and Beverage, Marketplaces, Consumer Internet and Consumer Health, and is based in New York, United States. Johnnie Yu is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Johnnie Yu invest at?
Johnnie Yu backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed and Series A, writing cheques of 1.5M - 4M.
Which regions does Johnnie Yu invest in?
Johnnie Yu invests across United States and Canada.
What companies has Johnnie Yu invested in?
Johnnie Yu's portfolio includes Calm, Dame, KiwiCo, Public Goods, Factor and Interior Define.
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