Stephen Steinberg

Stephen Steinberg is an entrepreneur and founder of multiple companies in the sports, fitness, and beverage industries. He is the founder of Animate Yerba Mate, a company that produces 100% organic yerba mate tea blends from South America.1 Steinberg launched Animate in October 2022 to expand access to premium yerba mate nationwide.12

In addition to Animate Yerba Mate, Steinberg is also the founder of:

1. Vapor Fresh (founded in January 2008): A company that develops and sells plant-based cleaning products for the sports and fitness industry.1
2. Raw Athletics (founded in January 2008): A holding company that develops brands supporting healthier lifestyles.1

Steinberg's background includes:

• Education: B.A. in Economics with a minor in Rhetoric from the University of Maryland (2006-2010).1
• Previous work experience: Analyst at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Private Equity Analyst at Capitol Partners, LLC.1

His entrepreneurial journey spans over 16 years, with a focus on creating products that promote healthier lifestyles and cleaner environments for sports and fitness enthusiasts.1