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Classical engraving of the prophet Isaiah seated in robes, holding a large closed book, titled ESAIAS.

The Prophet Esaias, after Michelangelo

Est. 2008 · Queens, New York

Principal Investments

Esaias and Company is a principal investment and holding firm. We design, build, and scale companies across digital commerce, artificial intelligence, and software.

Since 2008

The Firm

We partner with companies at the intersection of technology and design, bringing engineering rigor and creative discipline to every venture.

Eighteen yearsBuilding and operating software, end to end.
Est. 2008
Ventures shippedProducts and companies brought to market.
50+
Active holdingsConcentrated positions, held with conviction.
5
New YorkProudly born, raised, and based.
Queens

Holdings

Portfolio

Concentrated positions in companies we know from the inside, as builders, partners, and long-term holders.

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  • Leopard wearing a zebra-print tie sits at a cubicle desk with a 'BOSS' mug.

    Enterprise AI · Founding technical partner

    MultiModel

    Enterprise AI for regulated industries: finance, education, and government, where security and control are non-negotiable. Built on Microsoft Azure. We joined as founding technical partners.

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  • Desk with laptop and chair on a hill overlooking a misty mountain valley at sunrise.

    Financial technology · Equity since July 2021

    Mercury

    Our banking infrastructure since 2020. We have held equity since July 2021.

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  • Graphic monster illustration next to LUNCHBOX Food Tech text on a yellow textured background.

    Restaurant commerce · Early position

    Lunchbox

    An early position in a food-technology platform that scaled into national infrastructure for restaurant commerce.

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  • Abstract dark blue geometric composition featuring sharp-edged cubes and planes with dramatic lighting and shadows.

    Commerce infrastructure · Built in-house

    86d

    Open-source commerce infrastructure built for data sovereignty and modular deployment. Every capability is an independent, interchangeable component.

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  • A repeating pattern of YO-GU Artisanal Yogurt logos in cream, taupe, and dark brown.

    Greek yogurt gelato · Coming soon to Austin

    YO-GU

    Greek yogurt gelato from Austin, Texas, in Plain, Cocoa, Matcha, Ube, and Pumpkin. An artisanal yogurt brand crafting bold flavors with clean ingredients, and the first store running on 86d.

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Ventures

Crafted with intention

From early architecture to global scale, our work is guided by a single conviction: that the most enduring products are those built with both precision and taste.

  • Organic Start logoOrganic StartGrowth strategies, manufacturing, and logistics.
  • Messy but Cute logoMessy but CuteBrand identity, product design, and manufacturing.
  • Cosmobia logo: three four-pointed stars with pink and purple gradient outlines.CosmobiaBrand identity, manufacturing, and logistics.
  • Utopeon logo: a circle intersected by a pointed, wing-like shape.UtopeonBrand identity, design, engineering.
  • CarPlay logoCarPlayBrand identity, consulting, and campaign management.
  • Spiral brand markUtopeon wordmarkObselite wordmark

Assets

Available for acquisition

A selection of built assets available to the right operator. Each is a finished product with clean terms, structured for transfer.

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  • Luivy
  • Forpia
  • Oscify
  • Rebootie
  • Ms. Jollie

Questions

Common questions

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What types of companies does Esaias and Company invest in?

Esaias and Company builds and backs enterprises at the intersection of commerce, artificial intelligence, and decentralization. We partner with founders across all stages, from early stage concepts to established organizations seeking scalable growth and strategic capital.

What stage of business do you typically back?

We focus our resources on companies that have achieved proven product-market fit. If your product consistently delivers value and you are prepared to scale, we assess opportunities based on market potential, team strength, and alignment with our domain expertise.

How does Esaias and Company add value beyond capital?

We bring strategic guidance, operational expertise, and networks across commerce, AI, and design, but we don't rely on capital as currency. Our deals are built primarily on equity, aligning our success with yours. We work directly with founders to refine strategy, connect with talent and partners, and navigate the growth challenges unique to your industry.

What is your typical investment process?

We begin with conversations to understand your business, vision, and current objectives. From there, we assess alignment, review terms, and move decisively when the opportunity matches our focus areas and core principles.

Do you work with companies outside of New York?

Yes. Although Esaias and Company is headquartered in New York, we invest in and support companies across diverse regions. We partner selectively with founders with whom we can engage closely, irrespective of geographic location.

What role does design play in your investment thesis?

Design is the foundation of every endeavor we undertake. We recognize that exceptional products address genuine challenges with precision and sophistication. Our focus is on identifying and investing in companies where design serves as the catalyst for superior customer experience and sustained competitive advantage.

Can Esaias and Company help with AI strategy or implementation?

We provide strategic advisory on AI integration, go-to-market execution, and talent acquisition for AI-driven initiatives. Whether you are evaluating potential AI applications, building native AI products, or scaling an existing platform, we deliver expert guidance and curated connections.

What services does Esaias and Company offer?

We offer a comprehensive range of strategic services delivered in exchange for equity, fixed fees, or monthly retainers. Our expertise spans consulting, artificial intelligence integration, marketing, campaign and social media management, manufacturing, design, development, engineering, publishing, and SEO/GEO.

Press

Recent press

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AI Is in a Bubble That Is Far From Popping

The fashionable thing to say about AI right now is that it is a bubble, and we agree. The unfashionable next sentence, which is the actually useful one, is that this bubble is not about to pop.…

Isaiah Marc Sanchez10 min read

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We partner with founders across commerce, artificial intelligence, and design.