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Trailhead Capital

Trailhead Capital, based in Colorado, backs Seed and Series A food, agriculture, climate, and energy startups, can lead rounds, and manages a $50 million Regeneration Fund I.

WebsitePortfolioPitch pageTeam page
Entry stageSeed, Series A
Check sizen/a
Leads roundsYes
FocusFood and ag, Climate
Latest fund$50M (2023)$50M Regeneration Fund I; Fund II targeting $75M (2023)
Investing team6 peopleNo activity since Sep

Who you would pitch at Trailhead Capital

6 people on the investing team, 6 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.

Bobby Pelz Jr.General PartnerHe has over 45 years of experience in grain marketing and founded Trailhead Capital in 2017.
Mark LewisManaging PartnerHe previously managed Lewis Family Farm and worked in the renewable energy sector.
Pete OberleManaging PartnerHe has experience in investment banking and private equity across various sectors.
Phil TaylorManaging PartnerHe is also the founder of Mad Agriculture.
Tripp WallGeneral PartnerHe previously worked as an asset manager at AllianceBernstein and led the Governor's Colorado Wildlife Foundation.
Nick SchroerPartnerHe previously worked for a private investor in the food and agriculture sector before helping institutionalize the firm.

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In their words

Trailhead CapitalTrailhead Capital is a mission-driven investment firm creating outstanding financial, societal, and ecological returns by backing entrepreneurs who are building the regenwww.trailheadcap.com
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Questions

What stage does Trailhead Capital invest in?

Trailhead Capital reports entry at seed, series a.

How much does Trailhead Capital invest?

Trailhead Capital has not reported a check size.

Does Trailhead Capital lead rounds?

Yes. Trailhead Capital says it can lead.

Who are the partners at Trailhead Capital?

Bobby Pelz Jr. (General Partner), Mark Lewis (Managing Partner), Pete Oberle (Managing Partner), Phil Taylor (Managing Partner), Tripp Wall (General Partner), Nick Schroer (Partner).

Is Trailhead Capital active right now?

No recent activity since September 2026.

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