Shaping a
Healthier Planet


Fueled by passion and expertise, we empower visionary e-commerce entrepreneurs and conservation field scientists through mentorship and strategic investment to help safeguard our planet’s future.


Our Portfolio of Partnerships

The Explorers Club
Academy of Science of St. Louis
Pangea Trust
Touchstone Essentials
Madagascar Whaleshark Project Foundation
RareShare
Great Rivers Habitat Alliance
Venin Royale

Anna Isserman

Anna Isserman is a dynamic force at the intersection of finance, conservation, and entrepreneurship.

With a wealth of experience supporting conservation initiatives, and entrepreneurial ventures, Anna is dedicated to driving positive change and fostering sustainable practices in both business and environmental conservation.

As a Co-Founder of Isserman Ventures, Anna leads strategic efforts to support innovative e-commerce startups and conservation projects worldwide. Her commitment to leveraging business as a force for good has been the driving force behind Isserman Ventures’ impactful investments and initiatives.

Her background in investment banking and entrepreneurship positions her as a well-rounded leader with a keen eye for opportunity and the experience to drive meaningful impact.

David Isserman

David Isserman is a seasoned e-commerce entrepreneur and the Co-Founder of Isserman Ventures.

With a career spanning over decades in the e-commerce sector, David has been instrumental in orchestrating the growth and global expansion of Touchstone Essentials, scaling it to over 600,000 customers across 50 countries.

As an advocate for innovative direct-to-consumer e-commerce startups, David’s passion also extends to conservation, exploration, and philanthropy, earning him distinguished recognition, including a Portuguese knighthood in 2023.

Currently serving as a Board Director and Executive Committee Member at The Explorers Club in New York and a Trustee of the Academy of Science of St. Louis, David leverages his expertise to advance scientific research and discovery, leaving an indelible mark on both the entrepreneurial and philanthropic landscapes.

David Isserman

David Isserman is a seasoned e-commerce entrepreneur and the Co-Founder of Isserman Ventures.

With a career spanning over decades in the e-commerce sector, David has been instrumental in orchestrating the growth and global expansion of Touchstone Essentials, scaling it to over 600,000 customers across 50 countries.

As an advocate for innovative direct-to-consumer e-commerce startups, David’s passion also extends to conservation, exploration, and philanthropy, earning him distinguished recognition, including a Portuguese knighthood in 2023.

Currently serving as a Board Director and Executive Committee Member at The Explorers Club in New York and a Trustee of the Academy of Science of St. Louis, David leverages his expertise to advance scientific research and discovery, leaving an indelible mark on both the entrepreneurial and philanthropic landscapes.