Play Money · Portfolio
Est. 2026
Est. 2026
Duanni Hurd
7 investments · 6 sectors · 7 with a why · first check 2026
No. 01 · Where to start
CONSUMER GOODS · 2026
Heist
World Class Coffee with low or no Caffeine
Why Duanni wrote the check
What drew me to Heist is the combination of a compelling category opportunity and a founder who has already demonstrated the ability to build a category-defining brand. I tend to invest where changing behaviors create opportunities to rethink established markets, and decaf and low-caf coffee fit naturally with the growing focus on sleep, wellness and healthier daily routines. Stephen Bruner helped build Corkcicle from an idea into a global brand, and I’m excited to see him bring that experience to a large category that still lacks a clear brand leader. Heist is making decaf feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise, and I’m excited to back Stephen and the team at this early stage.
The portfolio
6 more · 7 in Duanni's words
SUSTAINABILITY · 2026
“I look for companies building the infrastructure behind healthier, more resilient systems. Parcel Health stood out because it is addressing a critical but often overlooked part of healthcare: medication packaging and adherence. Better packaging isn't just about convenience—it can improve safety, reduce waste, and help patients stay on therapy. I believe the biggest opportunities often lie in fixing the invisible infrastructure that makes healthcare work better.”
FAMILY · 2026
Unlocking flexible childcare for millions of families and growing childcare center revenue with technology.
“As both a healthcare operator and a parent, I see how much families need more flexible care solutions. I invested because Moxi combines a mission I believe in with a scalable software platform built from real operational experience.”
ENERGY · 2026
“I invested in It’s Electric because I believe urban infrastructure must evolve alongside how people actually live. For millions of city residents without garages or driveways, EV adoption only works if charging becomes seamlessly integrated into the streets and neighborhoods they are in every day. What stood out to me was not only the elegance of the curbside charging model, but also the team’s practical understanding of deployment, utility coordination, and city-scale execution. This feels more like a company building foundational infrastructure for the next generation of urban living.”
“I invested because women's health has been underserved for too long. Womaness is building a trusted brand for menopause and healthy aging at a time when awareness and demand are rapidly growing.”
WASTE MANAGEMENT · 2026
“I invested because I look for companies that rethink essential infrastructure for a more sustainable future. Bold Reuse combines a strong environmental mission with a business model that can scale through operational excellence.”
LOGISTICS · 2026
“I invested because I look for companies building the infrastructure behind everyday life. Vamo is tackling a real logistics problem with a solution that can expand access while creating long-term value.”
