We’re excited to share that Fund I has generated its first distribution following a partial secondary sale in one of our portfolio companies. Achieving realized liquidity just over two years from final close is highly uncommon for a first-time fund…
As DTC breaks, retail wins – and Sandbox Studios is first to market For much of the past decade, consumer investing had one mantra: win online. Direct-to-consumer brands promised exponential growth fueled by Facebook ads, precise targeting, and limitless digital…
What VCs Are (and Aren’t) Backing Right Now The deck is tight. The TAM is real. The story’s strong. So… why are checks still slow? Welcome to 2025: fundraising is happening, but it’s weird out there. The market isn’t dead,…
A closer look at why some celebrity brands fail, and what makes the ones that last stand out. Featuring lessons from J.Lo, Nicole Richie, and Tyra Banks. For every SKIMS or Casamigos, there’s another that quietly vanished without a trace.…
The Power of Focus A celebrity co-founder can be a superpower. When done right, the combination of fame, influence, and storytelling can drive millions in earned media, unlock retail distribution in record time, and deliver viral moments that traditional brands…
How We’re Leveraging Star Power for Outstanding Returns In today’s rapidly evolving market, celebrity-founded brands continue to outperform, delivering exceptional results and unmatched consumer loyalty. At Sandbox Studios, our strategic approach capitalizes on this powerful intersection of celebrity influence and…
Trends, Highlights, and Hot Takes Expo West, the largest annual North American trade show for natural, organic, and sustainable products, gathered over 3,500 consumer packaged goods (CPG) exhibitors and more than 85,000 attendees in Anaheim, California, this month. Industry leaders,…
Where Deals, Celebrities & Big Ideas Collide Necker Island—where white sand beaches meet whiteboard strategy sessions, and some of the most influential minds in venture and celebrity-backed brands came together. Last month, Sandbox Studios hosted an unforgettable AGM, packed with…
To a Man with a Hammer Everything Looks Like a Nail Berkshire Hathaway’s Charlie Munger uses this saying often in his book, Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger (highly recommend). A saying that resonates…
Changing Behaviors with Star Power Public Service Announcements (PSAs) have long been a cornerstone of raising public awareness and promoting positive behavior changes. PSAs are messages disseminated by the media without charge, aimed at educating and informing the public. Here…