A growth equity firm that invests in hospitality-focused companies that prioritize people.

Enlightened Hospitality Investments

Enlightened Hospitality Investments (EHI) is a value-added strategic growth equity firm affiliated with Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG).
 
The firm was formed to leverage the brands, businesses and team at USHG to identify and invest in scalable businesses with proven category leadership and a commitment to building an employee, customer and community-focused culture. 
 
EHI partners with portfolio companies to provide strategic direction, operational experience, increased visibility and access to relationships to drive growth with our portfolio partners. 
 
EHI manages over $550M of committed capital and primarily focuses on hospitality and related technology businesses, but will also invest in other hospitality-related companies that share an employee, customer and community-focused culture.


Enlightened Hospitality Investments is pleased to announce that our portfolio partner ConverseNow.AI has acquired Valyant AI, a leading innovator in drive-thru automation technology. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in ConverseNow’s journey to redefine customer engagement and experiences in the restaurant industry, with Valyant’s complementary technology helping accelerate ConverseNow's drive-thru offerings. Join us in celebrating this exciting chapter! 🎉

🌟 Celebrating another successful Enlightened Hospitality Investments’ Community of Companies! 

Our reception at Tacombi and our summit at Manhatta were remarkable days that facilitated our continued efforts to foster our “enlightened” community and build incredible relationships expanding our already noteworthy network. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our partners, investors, panelists, and team members who joined us in our commitment to excellence and made this a memorable event. 

Until next year’s! 🥂

#EnlightenedHospitalityInvestments #Manhatta #Tacombi #2024CommunityofCompanies #PrivateEquity #EnlightenedHospitality #DannyMeyer

🎙 Mark A. Leavitt, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Enlightened Hospitality Investments, chats with Elana Margulies Snyderman in her most recent episode of EisnerAmper's Private Equity Dealbook. Mark discusses the opportunities and challenges of EHI’s transactions, including Culture Pop Soda and Goldbelly. Learn how EHI navigates due diligence on deals and what we are looking for in today’s economic and transaction environment. 

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🏌️‍♂️ Join us in welcoming Five Iron Golf to Enlightened Hospitality Investments' community! Danny Meyer encapsulated it best, "This investment is a testament to our belief in Five Iron’s vision and commitment to opening the world of golf both to enthusiasts and avid amateurs who want to practice their inner love for golf without having to visit the links." Along with Jared Solomon, CEO and Co-Founder, and the rest of the Five Iron team, we look forward to this partnership and transforming the indoor golfing experience. ⛳


#EnlightenedHospitality #FiveIronGolf #Investment #Hospitality #Leisure #Entertainment #Golf #Innovation

We are delighted to welcome Qu POS to the Enlightened Hospitality Investments community of companies! As Danny Meyer expressed, “Qu’s technology embodies the essence of Enlightened Hospitality, enriching both the guest and employee journey.” We are thrilled to partner with CEO Amir Hudda and co-investors Cota Capital, Bobby Cox Companies, Inc., and NRD Capital to help Qu realize its mission of infusing speed, agility, and innovation into restaurant operations. 🥂
 
#EHI #DannyMeyer #QUPOS #EnhanceHospitality #PrivateEquity #Partnership #TechInnovation #UnifiedRestaurantCommercePlatform

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