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Nick Brown

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Smart Money Rating: 84 out of 100

Co-Founder and General Partner, Imag/nary Ventures

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Imag/nary Ventures
Title
Co-Founder and General Partner
Role
General partner
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Record updated 18 September 2026

About

Nick is a prominent investor in consumer brands, known for his insights and pragmatic approach that guide Imaginary’s strategy of backing the next generation of consumer businesses. Since the direct-to-consumer boom, he has been trusted to identify transformative brands early on. From 2011 to 2017, as a Partner at 14W Venture Partners, Nick was an early investor in brands like Glossier, Warby Parker, and The RealReal — brands that have redefined their categories. Nick’s contributions to the consumer investment landscape have solidified his reputation as a pioneer in recognizing and nurturing innovative brands that challenge the status quo. A member of the BoF 500, Nick is respected for helping shape the future of consumer & retail.

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