innovation. investment. impact.

creating opportunitybuilding brandsgrowing businessestransforming communities

what are we passionate about?

PEOPLE

Creating a new generation of diverse entrepreneurs skilled in the art of managing and operating  businesses serving their local communities


PLANET

Leveraging innovation, public policy and technology for long-term sustainable solutions and environmentally responsible operations

PROSPERITY

Building accessible infrastructure and a robust ecosystem, ushering in generational wealth for marginalized groups

our approach 

IDEATION

UBV utilizes a hands-on process to explore different ideas that complement each other through a structured, and repeated methodology.

PROCESS

From idea to iteration, testing to optimization, refinement and launch, utilizing existing programs and policies to maximize success.

TALENT

UBV sources talent from diverse backgrounds  and experiences to tackle market & community challenges through their unique and innovative perspectives.

CAPITAL

Thru strategic planning, private and public fundraising,  UBV  supports the growth trajectory of these startups in all stages: from idea to iteration and beyond.

About Us

Universal Brand Ventures (UBV) stands at the vanguard of transformative innovation, committed to sculpting the landscape of personal and communal evolution, expanding the boundaries of possibility, and championing opportunities to traditionally marginalized communities.

Embracing the dynamic and proven venture studio archetype, UBV is dedicated to the meticulous cultivation of micro-enterprises designed to leave a long lasting, positive imprint on our local urban communities.

The essence of a venture studio lies in its foundational role as a business crucible, where ideas are not merely born but are meticulously brought to fruition through the assembly of visionary teams, strategic mentorship, and the intelligent infusion of capital to seamlessly navigate the journey of market success.

Within the fertile ecosystem of UBV, burgeoning small businesses are not only acquired but are meticulously nurtured, benefiting from an unparalleled amalgamation of creativity, strategic planning, financial empowerment, management acumen, and bespoke advisory services. 

With a consortium of seasoned angel investors and sage operational strategists, each possessing deep-rooted expertise in pioneering category innovation, UBV is a lighthouse guiding ventures towards uncharted territories and burgeoning markets, heralding a new era of industry leadership and societal contribution.

benefits 

UBV works in alignment with the communities it serves, expanding the vision the capabilities of  its portfolio organizations. We utilize frontier technologies to solve problems in underserved areas. UBV leverages diverse expertise and relationships in private and public sectors to optimize operations, meet the needs-of-the-moment, and develop robust strategies for future growth.

culture

UBV believes in working smarter not harder.  UBV sees the private sector as playing an essential role in a healthy community ecosystem.  We connect the dots,  turning vision into reality.  UBV empowers those we work with to succeed in competitive environments especially in uncertain times. In everything we build, our focus is on people, planet and prosperity.   

portfolio

Our holdings include businesses from a diverse sector of industries: retail, services, technology, holistic health, wellness, infrastructure, education, energy, e-commerce, logistics and lifestyle. 

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