Beanstalk Ventures

Beanstalk Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focused primarily on retail technology. Founded in 2013 and based in New York, Beanstalk is closely tied to the retail and technology industries, often backing companies at the “napkin” stage and working closely with founders to build, scale, and market their products. With a hands-on approach, they offer support in recruiting teams, securing capital, and driving sales. Beanstalk Ventures typically leads funding rounds and has been an early investor in companies like RADAR (computer vision and RFID solutions for retail) and Backbone PLM (a SaaS platform for consumer goods). Their investment portfolio spans various sectors including fashion, fintech, and SaaS, reflecting their commitment to nurturing startups in consumer and business software spaces. The fund’s investments range from seed to Series A rounds, with an average investment size of $1-5M. By leveraging deep industry connections and experience as entrepreneurs, Beanstalk helps portfolio companies navigate the complex retail technology landscape and build sustainable businesses.