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Katherine Unknown

Katherine Unknown

Partner at Greycroft LP

West Hollywood, CA , United States

About

Katherine Power is a Partner at Greycroft, based in Los Angeles, California, where she leads the firm’s early-stage investments in consumer brands. Her role focuses on identifying and partnering with founders building innovative, science-driven brands at the intersection of beauty, personal care, wellness, and retail technology, with investments extending from seed to growth stages. She is recognized for her hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance, operational expertise, and influential network support to portfolio companies, particularly those reimagining traditional consumer sectors for the modern shopper.

Prior to joining Greycroft in 2023, Katherine built a distinguished career as a serial entrepreneur and founder. She launched and scaled four successful consumer businesses: Who What Wear (digital media/fashion), Versed (clean skincare), Avaline (wine), and MERIT Beauty (minimalist beauty). Her expertise spans accessibility, ingredient efficacy, data-driven digital business models, and omni-channel consumer experiences. Katherine’s achievements have been recognized by Fortune’s 40 Under 40, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, Inc.’s 20 Young Entrepreneurs to Watch, and Adweek’s Creative 100 lists.

Katherine works closely with co-investors and industry leaders, including L’Oréal BOLD and Rosewood Capital Ventures, contributing to platforms that empower the next generation of consumer brands. Although education data is unavailable, her career highlights her authority in beauty, personal care innovation, and consumer products investing. She is noted for hosting high-impact industry summits and fostering collaborations that accelerate category-defining brands.

Career History

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
GreycroftPartnerFeb 2023 to Present
Los Angeles, California, United States
MERIT BeautyFounder and ChairmanDec 2020 to Present
Los Angeles, California, United States
VersedFounder and ChairmanNov 2018 to Present
Greater Los Angeles Area
Avaline LTDCo-Founder, Board of DirectorsApr 2018 to Present
Los Angeles, California, United States
Sonoma BrandsOperating PartnerJul 2020 to Present
Baby2BabyAdvisorApr 2018 to Present
Greater Los Angeles Area
Clique BrandsCo-Founder and Executive ChairmanOct 2006 to Jun 2022
Los Angeles, CA
HelloGiggles.com (acquired by Time Inc.)AdvisorJan 2014 to Nov 2015
Elle MagazineWest Coast EditorJan 2004 to Jan 2006
Ellegirl MagazineWest Coast EditorJan 2004 to Jan 2006

Skills & Expertise

Entrepreneurship
Editorial
Brand Development
E Commerce
Social Media
Digital Media
Social Networking
Creative Direction
Strategic Planning
Publishing
New Media
Beauty Industry
Fashion
Customer Service
Female Millennials
Native Content
Big Data
Television
Online Advertising
Magazines
Content Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Digital Strategy
Marketing
Digital Marketing
Blogging
Shopping

Others at Greycroft LP (16)

NameRoleLocation
Alexandre Levy
Alexandre Levy
Senior AssociateNew York, NY , United States
Carley Phillips
Carley Phillips
PrincipalCA , United States
Conor Deveney
Conor Deveney
PrincipalNew York, NY , United States
K
Katie McDowell
AssociateNew York, NY , United States
Mark Terbeek
Mark Terbeek
PartnerLos Angeles, CA , United States
Anna Chen
Anna Chen
PartnerLos Angeles, CA , United States
Anna Dai
Anna Dai
PartnerLos Angeles, CA , United States
A
Anna Yu
PartnerNew York, NY , United States
Brentt Baltimore
Brentt Baltimore
PrincipalLos Angeles, CA , United States
Brian Nicholson
Brian Nicholson
PartnerSonoma, CA , United States
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