Activate Venture Partners

Activate Venture Partners, formerly known as Milestone Venture Partners, is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 1999 and based in New York City. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth technology companies, particularly those in the healthcare and enterprise software sectors. Their strategy emphasizes being the first institutional investor in startups, with over 85% of their portfolio companies receiving pre-revenue investments​. Notable investments in their portfolio include companies like Healthify, Diameter Health, and Cureatr, reflecting their strong focus on healthcare technology. Additionally, they have invested in technology firms like Canvs.ai and Cloudnexa, which provide services ranging from market research to AWS management. Activate Venture Partners typically leads seed and early-stage financing rounds with initial investments often below $5 million. They are known for their hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance and support to help startups scale effectively. The leadership team includes co-founders Edwin Goodman and Todd Pietri, along with partners like Glen Bressner and Don Yount. Their extensive experience and deep industry connections provide valuable insights and resources to the companies they invest in​.