Bio
Jeremy Koven is an investor, operator, and entrepreneur specializing in the food, beverage, CPG, and hospitality sectors. As part of the investment team at LDR Ventures, Jeremy leads and advises on early- and growth-stage investments, bringing a deep operational perspective to portfolio strategy. Through Garnish, the brand consultancy he founded, they provide advisory and acceleration services to portfolio companies and independent brands, leveraging a network spanning chefs, operators, and industry leaders to drive growth, market entry, and brand positioning.
Jeremy’s background in hospitality is hands-on and diverse—he has overseen the operational build-out of restaurants in New York City, worked as a private chef for elite clientele, and collaborated with emerging and established brands on activations, distribution strategy, and market expansion.
A Magna Cum Laude graduate from the University of Arizona and Honors College, Jeremy combines academic rigor with a lifelong immersion in food and culture, shaped by early mentorship under top chefs and his upbringing in the entrepreneurial and culinary worlds. He is recognized for his ability to identify trends, spot systemic shifts, and connect visionary founders with the resources, relationships, and strategies needed to succeed.
Experience
Jeremy has nearly a decade of experience advising on early- and growth-stage investments with LDR Ventures, with a focus on food, beverage, CPG, and hospitality. He is the founder of Garnish Culinary, a brand consultancy and accelerator, and brings over four years of hands-on operational experience in New York City hospitality. His background also includes private chef work for professional athletes and high-net-worth individuals, giving him a unique blend of culinary, operational, and investment expertise.
Education
Campbell Hall School
University of Arizona Business School & Honors College