Enlightened Hospitality Investments
Overview
Enlightened Hospitality Investments (EHI) is a value-added strategic growth equity fund affiliated with Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG). The fund identifies and invests in scalable businesses with proven category leadership, focusing primarily on fine casual restaurants and technology companies that fuel the hospitality sector. EHI leverages USHG's 35+ years of operational experience and relationships to provide strategic direction and drive growth for its portfolio companies. The firm's investment thesis is built on USHG's 'Enlightened Hospitality' strategy, which prioritizes employees to enhance customer satisfaction and generate sustainable returns.
Portfolio Companies
24
Website
ehi.fundInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blink | May 2026 | Early Funding | Lead |
| Blink | May 2026 | Growth Equity | Lead |
| Five Iron Golf | Mar 2026 | Series E | Co-investor |
| Culture Pop Soda | Apr 2025 | Series B Extension | Co-investor |
| OverNightOats | Jul 2024 | Series B | Lead |
Key People
Mark A. Leavitt
Managing Partner And Co-Founder
Harry Seherr-Thoss
Partner
Perry Ekierman
Principal
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
