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Black Tech Nation Ventures
Pittsburgh, United States
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Black Tech Nation Ventures (BTN.vc) is a Pittsburgh-based venture fund focused on supporting underrepresented founders in the tech space. With a $50 million inaugural fund, BTN.vc targets pre-seed and seed-stage startups led by Black, Latinx, Indigenous, female, and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs. Their notable portfolio includes companies like Emtech (fintech), Goodfynd (enterprise solutions), and Kloopify (supply chain sustainability analytics). BTN.vc primarily invests in software-driven businesses, especially SaaS, fintech, edtech, and AI-focused startups. They offer initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $1 million, and often lead or co-lead funding rounds. The fund operates primarily in the U.S., but occasionally looks at international ventures. Their investment approach prioritizes scalable companies with the potential for 10x returns, aiming to build a portfolio of 20-30 companies. Led by three experienced general partners—Kelauni Jasmyn, David Motley, and Seán Sebastian—BTN.vc is not just about financial capital but also provides intellectual and social support through their extensive network of mentors and investors. The fund’s backers include major institutions like Alphabet and Bank of America. Startups are encouraged to approach BTN.vc with a clear vision, a strong leadership team, and readiness for growth.
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$2.6M
Historical average check
$4M
Historical max check
June 2024
Last investment date
5
Investments
Advertising & Marketing
Consumer Goods & Electronics
E-commerce & Retail
Fashion & Apparel
Lifestyle
Software & Apps
Fintech & Financial services
Data & Analytics
Web 3.0
Education
CleanTech & Sustainability
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