Anzu Partners

Anzu Partners is a venture capital firm founded in 2014, focusing on breakthrough industrial and life sciences technologies. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in Boston, San Diego, and Tampa, the firm manages over $1 billion in strategic assets across various funds and investment strategies. Anzu Partners has a robust portfolio of around 40 companies, including notable investments in e-Zinc, Framework, EnCharge, AM Batteries, and Arduino. The firm has also achieved significant exits, such as NUBURU and Ai-Media, highlighting its capability to support companies from early stages through to successful public offerings or acquisitions. Anzu specializes in three primary investment solutions: venture capital investments, debt and revenue-based investments, and Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs). The firm provides not just capital but also deep expertise in business development, market positioning, global connectivity, and operations, helping to drive the commercial success of its portfolio companies. The leadership team at Anzu Partners includes experienced professionals like Managing Partners David Michael, David Seldin, and Whitney Haring-Smith, who bring decades of combined experience in global investments and consultancy. This expertise is further supported by a dedicated team of technical and operational professionals.