Fourward Ventures
Overview
Fourward Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in high-growth consumer-driven companies with a focus on lifestyle, health and wellness, and sustainability. The firm, founded by Will Ward, leverages its network in entertainment, finance, and tech to build businesses and invest in early-stage companies.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samsara Eco | Nov 2022 | Series A | - |
| Playground | Apr 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Alice Mushrooms | Aug 2024 | Seed | Co-investor |
| JRNYS Wellness | Jan 2025 | Series A | Co-investor |
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FAQ
Where is Fourward Ventures based?
Fourward Ventures is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States.
When was Fourward Ventures founded?
Fourward Ventures was founded in 2018.
How many portfolio companies does Fourward Ventures have?
Fourward Ventures has 5 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Fourward Ventures's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Samsara Eco, Playground, Alice Mushrooms, JRNYS Wellness.
What was Fourward Ventures's most recent investment shown here?
Fourward Ventures's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in JRNYS Wellness in 2025.
What sectors does Fourward Ventures focus on?
Fourward Ventures focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy & Sustainability, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Consumer & Commerce, Healthcare & Life Sciences.
What company stages does Fourward Ventures focus on?
Fourward Ventures typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Fourward Ventures's AUM?
Fourward Ventures's assets under management are estimated between $0.0 and $50.0M.