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About Us

The Vision Behind 1865 Group

Our Mission

Built from the Ground Up

1865 Group LLC is a privately held holding company with an operator's mindset. We don't just invest in ideas — we build them from the ground up. Our portfolio spans hospitality, fashion, AI technology, and consumer products — each venture designed to lead its category with authenticity, cultural relevance, and relentless execution.

Our Principles

What We Stand For

Operator's Mindset

We don't outsource vision. Every venture is built hands-on, from concept to market.

Cultural Relevance

We build brands that resonate with real people in real moments — not boardroom hypotheticals.

Category Leadership

Second place isn't a strategy. Each venture is designed to define, not follow, its category.

Our Story

The Road So Far

From founding to first launches — here's how 1865 Group has grown.

2025

Founded

1865 Group LLC established in California as a diversified holding company.

2025

CoyGF Launches

AI-powered virtual companion platform goes live at coygf.com.

2025

Pride & Thread

Premium sportswear brand begins development with USA 250, pickleball, and LA 2028 collections.

2026

Bounce Bucket

College dorm essential enters manufacturing phase with matte black, no-handle design.

2026

The Local Voice

Restaurant critique and travel review platform enters development.