VC Funds Starting with J

J-Ventures is a community-driven global venture capital fund based in Palo Alto, California, founded in 2015 by Oded Hermoni. Operating under the banner of a 'Capitalist Kibbutz,' the J-Ventures Group — comprising J-Ventures Funds, J-Impact, and J-Angels — collectively manages $100 million in assets, with the core fund exceeding $60 million. The firm invests across enterprise software, fintech, cybersecurity, proptech, aviation, gaming, clean technology, agtech, and healthcare, deploying initial checks of $250K to $1 million with follow-on reserves. J-Ventures focuses on US-Israel cross-border opportunities and was the most active foreign VC in Israel in the first half of 2024. The fund has backed 42 active portfolio companies with 6 acquisitions to date. Notable holdings include Descope, Beehero (agtech), Finout (cloud cost management), DataRobot (AI platform), Bria.ai (generative AI), Hidden Level (airspace security), VisbyMedical (rapid diagnostics), and Cents (laundry technology). Exits include Omada Health, which went public in 2025, alongside Conversa Health, Concertio, MachEye, and Ananda. Hermoni has personally invested in more than 70 companies since 2005, with five reaching unicorn status. What distinguishes J-Ventures is its LP structure: the fund is backed by 470 expert members, including 140 serial founders, more than 100 current and former GPs from leading VC firms, and 170 Fortune 500 executives. This community — augmented by a 180-member J-Advisory network of former startup founders, CXOs, and industry executives — provides portfolio companies with operational guidance and market access that extends well beyond capital. The firm provides hands-on support through every stage of a company's growth.

J.F. Shea Ventures (Shea Ventures) is the corporate venture capital division of J.F. Shea Co., Inc., a family-owned company with origins tracing to 1881, when John Francis Shea founded the business in Portland, Oregon. The venture arm was established in 1968, making it one of the oldest corporate venture capital programs in the United States. Based in Walnut, California, Shea Ventures stewards the Shea family's wealth generated through its parent company's construction, homebuilding through Shea Homes, commercial real estate through Shea Properties, and heavy construction businesses. Managing Director John C. Morrissey leads a team of five. The venture division has invested in 161 companies across 9 funds, with 52 exits, and remains a SEC-registered investment adviser. Shea Ventures helped make the technology revolution a reality through early investments in companies that grew into industry leaders, including Compaq Computer Corporation, Altera Corp, Brocade Corp, and Exodus Corp. Today the firm invests at seed, early, and later stages in software including web marketplaces and SaaS platforms, semiconductors, biotechnology, and medical devices, with checks typically in the $1 million to $10 million range. Investments span Silicon Valley through to the eastern United States. The most recent investment was in Sorcero, an AI-powered life sciences content intelligence company, at Series B in October 2025. The most recent exit was NEXT Trucking, a digital freight marketplace, in February 2024. Shea Ventures operates with the patient capital orientation typical of a family office, maintaining positions across long investment cycles without the fund-life pressures that constrain institutional vehicles. This structure allows the firm to support portfolio companies through multiple rounds and market cycles, and has enabled a consistent track record of backing technology and life sciences companies from early formation through to significant exits over more than five decades.

J&T Ventures is an early-stage venture capital fund founded in 2014 and based in Prague, Czech Republic, managing EUR 40 million and investing in promising startups from the CEE, SEE, Nordics, and Baltics regions. The fund operates from the J&T Banka building in Prague's Karlin district and is structured as an independent VC where the partners have personally invested in the fund's success rather than operating as salaried professionals managing someone else's capital. Managing Partner Adam Kocik leads a team of eight including two partners. The firm leads rounds and deploys EUR 300,000 to EUR 2.5 million per company across pre-seed to Series A stages. J&T Ventures takes a sector-agnostic approach with primary focus areas including fintech, healthcare, education, IoT, smart city, data analytics, AI, cybersecurity, climate technology, gaming, and proptech. Over more than ten years of operation, the firm has invested in approximately 31 companies across seven countries with five successful exits. Notable portfolio companies include Apify, a web scraping platform backed by Y Combinator; Wultra, a digital security company that raised EUR 3 million in January 2025; Born Digital in conversational AI; SprayVision, a precision agriculture company that raised $2 million at seed stage in June 2024; and Daytrip, a city-to-city transfer platform. Exits include Dotykacka, a POS system that completed an IPO; 720 Degrees; Dateio; Scratch Wars; and FetView. The most recent investment was in ValkaAI in February 2026. J&T Ventures averages approximately two new investments annually, reflecting a deliberate pace that allows the partnership to engage deeply with each portfolio company. The fund's partner-as-LP structure aligns incentives with founders, and its decade-long track record across multiple European technology cycles has established it as a consistent seed-stage investor in the Central and Eastern European startup ecosystem.

J12 Ventures is a Stockholm-based venture capital firm founded in 2019, specializing in early-stage investments. The firm focuses on companies developing AI technologies, data infrastructure, and software applications, targeting sectors such as e-commerce, fintech, and delivery services. J12 Ventures operates mainly within the Nordics and Europe but also has a presence in London, Paris, and Helsinki​. Notable investments include companies like Deasie, which provides data governance solutions for enterprises; Unify, which dynamically routes prompts to the most suitable large language model (LLM) providers; and Buddywise, which uses computer vision to prevent workplace fatalities. Other significant portfolio companies are Ayora, offering automated revenue management for professional services, and Inex One, a marketplace for expert insights. J12 Ventures is managed by an international team of former founders and industry experts, providing unique access to resources and insights for their portfolio companies. The firm typically invests in pre-seed and seed stages, with a focus on backing founders who demonstrate exceptional ingenuity and resilience.

J20 Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2017 by May Li while she was still a student at Georgetown University. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in companies targeting the intersection of Gen Z and Millennial consumers, often referred to as “Zillennials.” J20’s portfolio spans industries like retail, healthcare, edtech, and the creator economy, aiming to back brands that resonate with younger, digital-native audiences. The firm’s first fund has seen success with notable investments like Burrow, a direct-to-consumer furniture brand, and Landed, a hiring marketplace for the retail and food industries. J20 Ventures’ investment strategy revolves around the future of retail and healthcare, focusing on emerging consumer brands, innovative products, and telehealth solutions that prioritize user experience and accessibility. May Li, a first-generation Asian-American entrepreneur, has positioned J20 Ventures as a solo woman-run VC, standing out by investing in “luxury-lite” brands that offer premium experiences at accessible price points. The firm is now preparing to raise its second fund, with plans to continue supporting consumer-facing startups that align with the shifting preferences of Zillennial consumers.

J4 Ventures is an early-stage technology venture capital firm founded in 2021 and based in New York City. The firm backs exceptional entrepreneurs addressing large markets with technology-driven or tech-enabled businesses, with a particular focus on finance, workplace, climate, and AI sectors. General Partners Bruce Jaffe, Jamie Rapperport, and John Mitchell lead the firm, supported by Venture Partner Brian Jacobs. Rapperport brings more than 25 years of software entrepreneurship experience as co-founder and CEO of Eversight, acquired by Instacart, and as co-founder of Vendavo, a leading B2B pricing platform. Collectively, the team brings three decades of venture experience, 25 years in Big Tech, and involvement in over 500 prior investments across two funds — Fund I and Fund II (2024 vintage). J4 Ventures invests at the pre-seed and seed stages in US-based startups, with check sizes between $500K and $1 million. The portfolio of 15 companies includes Molten Industries (clean graphite and hydrogen, which raised a $25 million Series A), Yoodli (AI speech coaching), Gooey AI, LearnLux (financial wellness), Wordware (LLM deployment), Take2 AI (job simulation platform), Upwage (workforce platform), Ruby Money, Learn to Win, and Atomic Limbs. Exits include Zelta and UpLink. J4 Ventures operates with a stated commitment to humility and integrity, prioritizing deep trust and genuine collaboration with founders. The firm seeks to back founders building scalable businesses across AI, fintech, climate, and the future of work, with a hands-on approach that reflects the team's own decades of operating and investing experience.

Jack Altman is a prominent entrepreneur and venture capitalist known for his role as the co-founder and executive chairman of Lattice, a leading people management platform designed to make work meaningful through tools for performance reviews, feedback, goals, and analytics. Lattice has grown significantly under his leadership, securing a valuation of $3 billion and raising substantial funding to support its expansion. In addition to his work at Lattice, Jack Altman founded Alt Capital, a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in innovative startups. Alt Capital has a fund of $150 million and targets startups at the intersection of technology and business​. Altman also shares insights and experiences through his blog and Substack, where he writes about topics related to startup culture, leadership, and venture capital.

Jackson Square Ventures (JSV) is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm manages $245 million in its current fund and has deployed more than $700 million across at least four funds since inception. JSV focuses on seed and Series A investments in software, marketplace, and AI-native companies, with check sizes ranging from $100K to $5 million and a sweet spot around $1.5 million. The founding team — Greg Gretsch, Bob Spinner, and Pete Solvik — are all former founders or senior tech executives; Solvik served as SVP and CIO at Cisco before joining the firm. All partners bring direct operating experience and lead rounds for the companies they back. JSV has backed more than 60 companies across its funds, producing 4 unicorns and 50 portfolio exits. The firm was a principal investor in DocuSign and Upwork, both of which achieved NASDAQ IPOs. Other well-known portfolio companies include Strava, Seismic, and OfferUp. More recent investments include Clarity Pediatrics, where JSV led a December 2025 round, as well as Artera and Tandemn. The latest exit was Alto Pharmacy in March 2025. JSV emphasizes partnering with founders at pivotal early stages, providing not just capital but a network of experienced operators and fellow founders. The firm's partners-as-former-founders ethos shapes every engagement — the team draws on direct experience building and scaling companies to support entrepreneurs through the operational and strategic challenges of early growth. This hands-on orientation has been consistent across the firm's 14-year history.

JAFCO Group Co., Ltd. is the oldest and largest venture capital firm in Japan, established in April 1973 as Japan Associated Finance Co. Ltd with initial capital of 500 million yen. Headquartered in the Toranomon district of Minato-ku, Tokyo, JAFCO is publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (8595.T) and maintains regional offices in Chubu, Kansai, and Kyushu. The firm has established over 100 investment funds with total committed capital exceeding 1 trillion yen — approximately $6.8 billion. With 109 professionals across venture capital, buyout, business development, and fund management, JAFCO operates in Japan, Asia, and the United States. The firm leads rounds across its portfolio and invests from pre-founding through later stages. JAFCO has made 4,247 investments resulting in an extraordinary 1,041 IPOs — one of the highest IPO track records of any venture capital firm globally. Investment focus spans business services, software, healthcare, SaaS, manufacturing, life sciences, e-commerce, IoT, AI, and smart cities. Notable portfolio companies include Cyberdyne (maker of the HAL robotic suit), Sansan (business card management software), freee (cloud accounting, IPO exit), and UUUM (YouTube multi-channel network). JAFCO is also launching a new $678 million fund focused on Japanese startups in AI, space, and nuclear fusion. JAFCO's investment philosophy combines deep sector expertise with a long-term partnership approach, built over five decades of backing Japanese entrepreneurs across every market cycle. A former US subsidiary, JAFCO Ventures in Palo Alto, later became independent as Icon Ventures, and JAFCO Asia manages approximately $3 billion in assets with 27 team members — reflecting the firm's sustained commitment to cultivating innovation ecosystems beyond Japan.

Jaguar Path Ventures is a technology venture builder founded in 2018 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Rather than investing in external startups, the firm operates as a company builder — ideating, launching, scaling, and exiting its own ventures across the 'phygital' (physical and digital) universe. Co-founded by Juan Sanchez-Herrera and Sergio Mave (Chief Innovation Officer), the firm runs a methodology designed for disruptive domains, operated by serial entrepreneurs and industry specialists aiming for rapid and sustainable scaling. Jaguar Path has built approximately 8 ventures across real estate, agtech, creators economy, talent-on-demand, and positive impact sectors. Named portfolio companies include Riogrande, Dogma Creative (an entertainment and advertising content studio bridging high-quality content with brand storytelling), and Pulsar. The firm targets 100% exit of all its ventures, with return horizons of two to three years per company. Initial stakes are taken at pre-seed or seed stage, and checks range from $500K to $3 million. The firm leads each venture it creates. Jaguar Path operates with permanent capital, running a repeatable cycle of designing and validating new concepts, allocating resources and funding, launching companies, and growing them to profitability before exit. The core investment themes — technology, innovation, and positive impact — guide both the selection of domains and the design of solutions. The firm's sector-agnostic approach means ventures span software, media, agriculture, and real estate, united by a shared emphasis on exponential early profitability for investors.

Jaguar Ventures, rebranded as Wollef since October 2021, is a venture capital fund focused on early-stage companies in Latin America. Founded in 2013 and based in Mexico City, the firm was co-founded by Cristobal Perdomo and Eric Perez Grovas and manages $180 million in assets across three funds. Fund III — raised under the Wollef name — targeted $100 million. The firm invests at pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages with ticket sizes of $500K to $2 million, leading rounds across its portfolio. Its tagline captures the firm's orientation: 'We take a risk on those who risk it all.' Wollef has backed 43 companies across the Latin American digital economy, with an exceptional track record of five unicorns: Kavak (pre-owned car e-commerce), Konfio (SME lending), Loft (real estate marketplace), Nubank (Latin America's largest neobank, partnered in 2019), and one additional unicorn. Other notable portfolio companies include Ben & Frank (affordable eyewear, partnered 2017), Conekta (payments), Foodology (cloud kitchens), Jeeves (global expense management), and Brandtrack (music SaaS, partnered 2017). More recent investments include Ginia (AI-powered employability marketplace), MiChamba (a WhatsApp-native task manager for deskless teams), and Sarelly (digital-native beauty brand). The firm's mission is to finance the future of Latin America. Investment focus spans fintech, e-commerce, SaaS, software, and marketplace models across Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and neighboring markets. Wollef's hands-on partnership model and deep regional network have enabled portfolio companies to scale across borders throughout Latin America.

JAL Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2004 and based in Herzliya, Israel. Established by Amiram Levinberg and Joshua Levinberg, the firm provides expansion capital to fast-growing, revenue-generating Israeli technology companies with exponential scalability potential. JAL has raised three funds, with Fund II (JAL II) closing at $105 million focused on post-seed and Series A rounds in early-revenue Israeli tech companies. The team of 14 includes Jasmin Kelman as CFO. The firm targets B2B and enterprise markets, backing companies that demonstrate deep, impactful technology and proven product-market fit — typically companies with at least $1 million in revenue or clear initial sales traction. It leads rounds across its portfolio. JAL has invested in 29 companies across enterprise software, SaaS, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and communications. The portfolio has achieved 10 acquisitions — a strong exit rate for an Israel-focused growth fund. Notable exits include Perimeter 81 (cybersecurity, acquired by Check Point Software), Kasamba, Infinipoint, Mintigo, Nanorep, and Opster (search optimization, acquired by Elastic). Current portfolio companies include Datarails (AI-powered financial planning, which raised $70 million following 70% revenue growth), IRP Systems (electric motor technology), Novidea ($50 million Series C insurtech), Solutum (environmental services), Vendict (compliance), and Octup (e-commerce operations). JAL Ventures looks for companies that blend unique technological offerings with domain expertise, committed founding teams, and highly satisfied paying customers. The firm's investment criteria focus on businesses with proven commercial traction and a capital-efficient path to significant scale — an approach shaped by two decades of partnering with Israeli technology companies through multiple market cycles.

Jalia Ventures is a $5 million impact investment seed fund co-founded in 2010 by Kesha Cash and serial impact investor Josh Mailman. Based in Oakland, California, the fund was named after a Swahili word meaning 'empowerment' and targeted seed-stage investments in mission-driven companies led by entrepreneurs of color. The fund provided expansion capital to revenue-generating companies with socially responsible or sustainability-focused business models aimed at improving opportunities for underserved Americans. Base investments ranged from $250K to $500K, and the fund aimed to help more than 50 startups owned by people of color to scale. Key portfolio companies include Red Rabbit, a fresh meal service for schools and after-school programs that grew from under $1 million in revenue and 13 employees in 2010 to over $7 million in revenue and 130 employees by 2013. Other investments include Schoolzilla (education data analytics) and ConnXus (supplier diversity software), which was acquired by Coupa Software in 2020 — validating the fund's thesis about the commercial potential of supplier diversity technology. Jalia Ventures served as a proof-of-concept vehicle that established Kesha Cash's track record as a fund manager. After managing Jalia from 2010 to 2013, Cash launched Impact America Fund, which has grown to manage $65 million or more. The fund is recognized as a pioneering vehicle in impact investing for underserved communities and entrepreneurs of color, demonstrating that mission alignment and financial return are not in conflict when capital is directed toward businesses serving under-resourced markets.

JAM Fund, founded by Justin Mateen in 2020 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is a venture capital firm known for investing in visionary founders disrupting large markets. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, SaaS, and consumer technology. JAM Fund has a portfolio of over 100 investments and has achieved notable exits including companies like Bueno Finance, COMPASS Pathways, and Rebate. Some of their recent investments include Rollup, Conta Simples, and Urbanic. JAM Fund often co-invests with other prominent venture capital firms like Y Combinator, Andreessen Horowitz, and Thiel Capital, enhancing their ability to support startups with substantial resources and networks. The firm leverages its founder's extensive network and experience to provide strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies, helping them navigate growth and scale effectively. With a focus on high-potential early-stage companies, JAM Fund continues to make significant contributions to the startup ecosystem.

James Beshara is a prominent entrepreneur, angel investor, and the founder of Magic Mind, a direct-to-consumer energy shot company designed to enhance productivity and flow states. Before Magic Mind, he co-founded Tilt, a crowdfunding platform acquired by Airbnb, where he also served as Director of Product. Beshara is known for his extensive angel investing portfolio, supporting high-growth startups in various sectors. Additionally, he hosts the podcast "Below the Line," which delves into the behind-the-scenes experiences of entrepreneurs.

Janngo Capital is a venture capital fund that invests in tech and tech-enabled startups across Africa, with a focus on social impact. Based in Abidjan and Paris, Janngo Capital operates under a unique approach combining venture funding and a startup studio model. Their mission is to harness technology to drive economic development, tackle key market failures, and advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the continent. With investments ranging from €50,000 to €5 million, the fund targets sectors such as healthcare, logistics, financial services, agriculture, mobility, and retail, prioritizing ventures that create jobs, particularly for women and youth. Janngo Capital is Africa’s largest gender-equal tech VC fund, with a portfolio that is 56% female-led and 54% Francophone. Notable companies they have backed include Sabi, a B2B marketplace optimizing informal trade in Nigeria, and Expensya, a digital expense management platform. The fund has received substantial backing from prominent international investors, including the European Investment Bank (EIB), African Development Bank (AfDB), and Proparco, as part of initiatives like Boost Africa, which aims to foster entrepreneurship across the region. The fund’s hands-on approach allows it to provide not just capital but also strategic support, mentoring, and capacity building. This has been instrumental in helping startups scale, especially in underdeveloped markets. Led by Fatoumata Bâ, Janngo stands out for its commitment to addressing the gender funding gap and promoting inclusive growth through technology-driven innovation in Sub-Saharan Africa.

January Ventures is a forward-thinking venture capital firm committed to investing in early-stage B2B startups that are digitally transforming traditional industries. Co-founded by Maren Bannon and Jennifer Neundorfer, the firm is dedicated to supporting ambitious founders who are often overlooked by traditional VC networks. The fund's notable investments include companies like Clarity Pediatrics, a health tech startup, and Treefera, a data platform for environmental sustainability. January Ventures is known for its strong community of founders, particularly from underrepresented backgrounds, providing not only financial support but also strategic guidance and operational advice. Geographically, January Ventures focuses primarily on the U.S. but has a presence in London, reflecting their global outlook. They emphasize a hands-on approach, frequently leading rounds and staying actively involved with their portfolio companies through various stages of growth. January Ventures' team brings a wealth of experience from diverse backgrounds. Maren Bannon, based in London, has a rich history in marketing and product roles at companies like Genentech and Roche. Jennifer Neundorfer, based in Boston, has a background in media and advertising, having worked at YouTube and 21st Century Fox. Together, they leverage their deep industry knowledge and extensive networks to help startups succeed. The firm prides itself on compassionate collaboration, providing founders with honest feedback and essential resources, from PR strategy to hiring and fundraising. This approach has earned January Ventures a reputation as a highly supportive and impactful investor in the startup ecosystem.

Joule Ventures, formerly Janvest Capital Partners, is a seed-stage venture fund specializing in Israeli startups commercializing enterprise-grade solutions for the U.S. market. Their notable investments include BioCatch, a leader in behavioral biometrics, and Coralogix, a provider of AI-driven log analytics. Joule's focus spans DevOps, cybersecurity, fintech, AI/ML, data enablement, and enterprise software. Geographically, they target startups in Israel with a strategic expansion to North America. The fund's strategy emphasizes a partner-only approach, providing founders with direct access to decision-makers and high-level resources from the initial engagement through to commercialization. Joule Ventures typically leads funding rounds and offers an average check size of $1M-$3M, demonstrating a strong commitment to early-stage startups. Key team members include Brian Rosenzweig in Atlanta, Dafna Winocur Biran in Tel Aviv, and Daniel Frankenstein in New York. Brian brings two decades of experience in Israel’s venture market, Dafna offers deep expertise in both Israeli and U.S. markets, and Daniel leverages his background in corporate advisory to support portfolio companies. Startups can approach Joule Ventures through their streamlined process, ensuring efficient support from the first interaction. Their offices in Tel Aviv, New York, and Atlanta facilitate a robust network and resource base for ambitious Israeli founders aiming to penetrate the U.S. enterprise market​.

Javelin Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, established by experienced entrepreneurs. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, primarily in the late seed and early Series A rounds, with initial check sizes ranging from $500K to $4M. Their investment strategy is geared towards software and technology companies with substantial growth potential and innovative business models. Javelin Venture Partners has a diverse portfolio, including companies like MasterClass, Thumbtack, SmartAsset, and Niantic. They seek founders who exhibit relentless grit, are data-driven, and possess exceptional recruiting and fundraising skills. The firm's evaluation criteria emphasize dynamic and capable founders, capital-efficient business models, and large market opportunities. The leadership team includes Managing Directors Jed Katz and Noah J. Doyle. Jed Katz has a rich history in online commerce and has founded multiple companies. He serves on the boards of Thumbtack, SmartAsset, HighArc, and others. Noah J. Doyle has extensive experience in product management and business development, having directed enterprise products at Google Earth and Google Maps. He sits on the boards of Appvance, Armory, Estimote, and others.

Jaza Rift Ventures is an impact investment firm founded in 2022 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, with additional offices in Accra, Ghana, and Luxembourg. Launched in partnership with Villgro Africa, the firm is exclusively focused on healthcare in Africa. The maiden Jaza Rift Pioneers Fund is a $5 million impact VC fund deploying checks of $100K to $500K at pre-seed, seed, and seed-extension stages into healthtech, medtech, and biotech founders across the continent. The firm also targets a larger $50 million fund for early-stage investments in digital health, medtech, and biotech. Jaza Rift leads rounds within its portfolio. The firm is a recognized Beyond The Billion partner. Managing Partner Sewu-Steve Tawia brings more than 20 years of experience in development finance, consulting, angel investing, and venture capital across Europe and Africa. Tawia holds CAIA and CIFE certifications and is an alumnus of London Business School, Audencia Business School, and Stanford GSB. The partnership with Villgro Africa provides access to a pipeline of more than 1,600 startups, with 20 identified as potential fund returners. Portfolio companies include Taneel (life and health insurance), Neopenda (medical devices for emerging markets), Plural Health (enterprise healthcare systems), and YeneHealth (Ethiopian femtech, where Jaza Rift led the pre-seed round in July 2023). Jaza Rift's thesis is straightforward: affordable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare in Africa represents both an urgent social need and a significant investment opportunity. The firm provides the '4Cs' framework alongside a network of advisors spanning biotech, medtech, and digital health to help portfolio founders navigate the unique challenges of building healthcare businesses across African markets.

Jazz Venture Partners, founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, is a leading venture capital firm focusing on technologies that enhance human performance. They have a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies like Sounding Board, KLOWEN Braces, Robust.AI, AppliedVR, Pymetrics, Embodied, and Mahana Therapeutics. Their investment strategy is centered on early-stage startups, particularly at the pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages, and they focus heavily on sectors like EdTech, HR Tech, software, health and wellness, robotics, and AI/ML. Geographically, Jazz primarily invests in U.S.-based companies but maintains a global perspective. Their approach includes backing innovative companies that leverage cutting-edge neuroscience and digital technologies to push the boundaries of human potential. They have successfully exited several investments, including Akili Interactive, which went public, and Pymetrics, acquired in 2022. Jazz Venture Partners typically writes checks in the range of $500K to $3M and is open to connecting with startups through their extensive network. They build their investment funnel through a combination of proactive scouting and leveraging their robust network in the tech and science communities​.

JCI Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Johnson Controls International, a global leader in building technologies and solutions. Founded in 2000 and based in the San Francisco Bay Area — with Johnson Controls headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin — the firm invests in startups that are strategically aligned with JCI's core markets and adjacent opportunities. The investment thesis centers on creating intelligent, energy-efficient, and secure buildings and environments for the next generation of smart cities. Focus areas include AI and machine learning, IoT, blockchain, robotics, security, and smart building technologies. The firm also previously operated as Tyco Ventures following Johnson Controls' 2016 merger with Tyco. JCI Ventures has made 43 investments with 10 exits. The portfolio spans seed through Series B stages with checks typically in the $1 million to $10 million range. Notable holdings include Artisight (an IoT platform for smart hospitals, last invested October 2024), Alcatraz (AI-powered access control), Audette (building decarbonization software), Nozomi Networks (OT/IoT cybersecurity, which raised a $100 million round — Johnson Controls also signed a services framework agreement with the company), and ENVIRO-TEC (HVAC). The most recent exit was Nozomi Networks in September 2025. Portfolio companies gain access to Johnson Controls' global network of resources and its massive installed customer base across commercial and industrial buildings worldwide. This strategic access — to distribution channels, pilot sites, and enterprise customers — is the primary value-add JCI Ventures extends beyond capital. The firm is led by Senior Director Rain Cui.

JDS Sports is a New York-based investment firm founded in 2017 that operates at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and technology. It focuses on early-stage investments, including pre-seed, seed, and Series A funding rounds. The firm leverages its strategic guidance, capital, and industry connections to help companies scale from startup to profitable ventures. JDS Sports stands out for its ability to foster synergies among its portfolio companies, enabling them to benefit from shared resources and networks. Notable investments include their early backing of Framework Ventures, a key player in the crypto space, and the acquisition of SLAM, a renowned basketball media brand. These pillars highlight JDS Sports’ approach of blending tech and culture to build modern businesses. Additionally, the firm has been involved in various ventures that connect sports with technology, media, and fintech, including software and SaaS companies. Led by Joseph D. Samberg, Peter Robert Casey, and other experienced professionals, JDS Sports combines deep industry expertise with a collaborative investment style. Their portfolio companies range across sectors such as sports media, content platforms, and digital consumer products, reflecting a broad focus on tech-enabled solutions that reshape how fans and athletes engage with sports. By supporting these ventures, JDS Sports aims to build the next generation of companies at the confluence of sports, culture, and technology.

Jeito Capital is a global private equity fund specializing in life sciences, with a strong focus on biopharma companies. Founded in Paris, Jeito supports breakthrough innovations that address critical unmet medical needs. The fund's mission is centered on improving patient outcomes through targeted investments in early-stage and growth-stage biopharma companies, particularly those working on therapies for life-threatening diseases. Jeito operates with a unique long-term investment strategy, providing continuous financial support from clinical development through to market access. This allows its portfolio companies to achieve significant milestones while accelerating drug development. The fund has a diverse portfolio of companies, including SparingVision, which is developing gene therapy treatments for inherited retinal diseases, and CatalYm, a biopharma firm working on novel cancer immunotherapies. With over €534 million under management, Jeito's integrated team of experts spans the entire drug development value chain, offering portfolio companies not only capital but also strategic guidance in areas like regulatory affairs, clinical trials, and commercialization. Jeito’s investment approach is also distinguished by its emphasis on global impact, working across Europe and the United States to bring life-saving treatments to market. Jeito has rapidly become a significant player in the life sciences sector, driven by its patient-centered philosophy and focus on fostering the growth of biotech companies that are on the cutting edge of medical innovation.

Jelix Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2016 and based in Sydney, Australia. Founded by Andrea Gardiner, the firm manages $50 million across two funds, including an ESVCLP-registered vehicle (Fund 1 raised $15 million), and backs daring founders across Australia and New Zealand. The team of 9 includes three partners: Andrea Gardiner (Founder and CEO), Alon Greenspan (Investment Partner), and Kym Hooper (CFO/COO). Jelix invests from pre-seed through Series A, often as the first institutional investor, entering companies as early as the pre-product stage or at up to $2 million ARR when bootstrapped. Focus areas include deep technology, automation and AI, climate, developer tools, SaaS, and complex coordination problems in globally scalable businesses. Jelix leads rounds across its portfolio. The firm has backed 37 companies whose portfolio has collectively raised hundreds of millions in follow-on capital. Notable investments include Quantum Brilliance (room-temperature quantum computing, which raised a $20 million Series A with Main Sequence and Investible), Syenta (3D printing of multi-material electronics), PropHero (digital property investment platform), and Fugu (carbon removal and recycling, Seed round September 2025). The portfolio has produced 4 exits, with the most recent being Clipboard in January 2026. Jelix operates with a conviction that the best technology-driven businesses can emerge from Australia and New Zealand and scale globally. The firm brings a hands-on approach to each investment, working closely with founders through the earliest and most operationally demanding phases of company building — a philosophy shaped by Gardiner's own experience as a founder and operator.

Jerusalem Global Ventures (JGV) is a venture capital firm founded in 1994 by Shlomo Kalish and based in Jerusalem, Israel. The firm holds over $150 million in capital for investment across multiple funds and has announced a $200 million growth equity fund — the Tamar Fund — focused on early-growth-stage, category-leading technology companies. The firm's two leading partners, Shlomo Kalish (Founder and General Partner) and Ranan Grobman (General Partner), have worked together for more than 17 years through multiple market cycles. Daniel Reich serves as Partner and Chief Operating Officer. JGV invests at seed and early stages in communications, information technology, and life sciences, with particular emphasis on AI, cybersecurity, AR/VR, and wearable technologies. It leads rounds across its portfolio. JGV has built a track record of landmark exits over more than three decades investing in Israeli technology. Early exits led by Kalish include Galileo Semiconductors (sold to Marvell), Mellanox Semiconductors (NASDAQ-listed, later acquired by NVIDIA for $6.9 billion), Tradus/QXL (sold to Naspers), Creo (sold to Kodak), Saifun Semiconductors (sold to Spansion), PowerDSine (sold to Microsemi), and Accord Video (sold to Polycom). More recently, the firm backed Moovit — the transit and mobility app acquired by Intel for approximately $900 million in 2020 — JGV's largest recent exit. Current and recent portfolio companies include Lumus (augmented reality optics), Powermat (wireless charging technology), Ginger Software (AI writing assistant), and Wilocity. JGV has developed strong ties with top Israeli entrepreneurs and technologists over 24-plus years of active investing, positioning the firm as a long-standing anchor of the Jerusalem and Israeli startup ecosystem.

Jerusalem Venture Partners (JVP), founded in 1993 by Dr. Erel Margalit, is a leading international venture capital firm headquartered in Jerusalem, with additional offices in New York, Tel Aviv, and Be’er Sheva. The firm focuses on early to growth-stage investments across various sectors including cybersecurity, big data, fintech, foodtech, and digital health. Notable investments by JVP include CyberArk, QlikTech, and Earnix. CyberArk is renowned for its cybersecurity solutions and went public on NASDAQ. QlikTech, a cloud-based business intelligence platform, also had a successful NASDAQ IPO. Earnix, which provides AI-based analytics solutions for insurers and banks, achieved unicorn status with its significant valuation. JVP has raised over $1.4 billion across multiple funds and has a strong track record of successful exits. The firm supports its portfolio companies through the Margalit Startup City model, which offers office space, management support, and strategic guidance in dynamic creative campuses located in Jerusalem and New York. These centers foster innovation and collaboration among startups, entrepreneurs, and strategic partners​.

JetBlue Technology Ventures, now operating as SKY VC, was founded in 2016 as the first US airline-backed corporate venture capital subsidiary, established as a wholly owned subsidiary of JetBlue Airways in Silicon Valley. In May 2025, SKY Leasing — a premier aviation alternative asset manager with relationships spanning more than 100 airlines, OEMs, and MROs — acquired JetBlue Ventures and rebranded it as SKY VC in September 2025. The team of 13 continues under its existing leadership, with Amy Burr as Managing Director and Arielle Ring joining as President in June 2025. The firm typically invests $1 million to $3 million per company at seed through Series B stages, leading rounds across its portfolio. Since 2016 the firm has invested in 56 early-stage startups across enterprise and frontier technologies reshaping travel and transportation, including next-generation connectivity, robotics, quantum computing, sustainable aviation, and AI. The portfolio has produced 8 successful exits, including 1 IPO and more than 6 acquisitions. Notable companies include Joby Aviation (eVTOL, IPO), FLYR (airline revenue optimization SaaS), Tomorrow.io (weather intelligence), Gladly (AI customer experience), Assaia (AI computer vision for airports), Air Company ($69 million Series B led by JetBlue Ventures with In-Q-Tel), Aether Fuels (sustainable aviation fuel), and Wherobots (spatial AI). Past exits include Shape Security (acquired by F5 in 2019), TurnKey (acquired by Vacasa in 2021), 30SecondsToFly (acquired by Amex GBT in 2020), and Redeam (acquired by Travel Curious in 2025). SKY VC's strategic edge lies in deep aviation and travel industry relationships — portfolio companies gain access to an unparalleled network of airlines, airports, and travel operators as both validation channels and early customers. Stanford GSB published two case studies on the firm's evolution from a corporate venture arm to an independent aviation technology investor.

Jets Capital is a UAE-based venture capital firm established in 2017, primarily investing in early-stage crypto and Web3 projects. With a focus on sectors such as blockchain infrastructure, decentralized finance (DeFi), Web2-to-Web3 transitions, decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), consumer applications, and GameFi, Jets Capital aims to support innovative startups that drive the integration of modern technologies into everyday life. The firm manages around $50 million and provides a comprehensive ecosystem to help startups scale, offering resources in areas like advertising, legal services, market entry, and strategic partnerships. Jets Capital positions itself as a long-term partner for startups, guiding them through the complexities of launching and growing in the blockchain and crypto space. Notable companies in its portfolio include Oasys, a blockchain project based in Singapore, where Jets Capital participated in a Series B round alongside other prominent investors. Led by CEO Sergei Khitrov, the team is composed of experienced professionals who focus on identifying early-stage projects with the potential to transform the digital economy. Although Jets Capital's recent activity indicates a slowdown in new investments, the firm remains a key player in the crypto venture capital landscape, particularly within the Middle Eastern market, where it aims to bridge technological innovation with scalable business models.

Jetstream is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, specializing in early-stage investments in climate technology. Founded in 2018 by Tommy Leep, Jetstream focuses on pre-seed startups that are advancing sustainable solutions across various sectors including earth observation, clean energy, carbon removal, and forest conservation. Jetstream typically invests $250,000 in pre-seed climate tech software startups. The firm emphasizes a narrative-driven approach to help startups tell compelling stories that attract additional funding. Their investment strategy includes providing insider access to a network of key industry contacts and negotiation coaching to help startups secure favorable terms. Notable investments in Jetstream’s portfolio include Skydio, a leader in autonomous flight technology, and Beta Technologies, which develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The firm’s investment philosophy centers around creating impactful, scalable solutions that address critical environmental challenges. Jetstream's commitment to climate tech is further reflected in their annual UP.Summit, which gathers top innovators, investors, and corporate leaders to discuss and propel advancements in mobility and sustainability.

iangmen Ventures, established in 2015, is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Beijing, China. The firm focuses on investing in tech-driven startups, particularly those in sectors such as artificial intelligence, healthcare, IoT, and enterprise computing. Their strategy revolves around leveraging technological innovation to unlock business value, primarily targeting early-stage companies that show significant growth potential. Jiangmen has invested in over 50 startups across various industries, including notable companies like Hesai Technology and Heisenberg Robotics. The firm is known for its commitment to backing companies involved in frontier technology such as quantum computing, AI-powered platforms, and advanced manufacturing. One of its more recent investments includes MyTwins.ai, a Hangzhou-based AI platform. Co-founded by Vanessa Gao and Qiang Shen, Jiangmen Ventures takes a hands-on approach with portfolio companies, offering not only financial backing but also strategic mentorship to help startups scale effectively. The firm places a strong emphasis on innovative solutions that can disrupt traditional industries and foster industrial upgrades, particularly in China’s rapidly growing tech landscape.

Jina Ventures is a New York-based global investment firm founded in 2003 by Ron Shah, originally as an M&A and capital-raising advisory business. The name derives from the Sanskrit word meaning 'Conqueror of Obstacles.' The firm operates across three business lines: early-stage venture investing from pre-seed through Series A in innovative technology companies addressing large markets; VC secondaries, providing liquidity and end-of-fund-life solutions for venture funds; and corporate spin-outs, supporting technology venture spin-outs from the world's leading companies. Jina Ventures was a pioneer of secondary portfolio transactions in Asia. Over its history, the firm has led more than 50 middle market transactions and deployed more than $100 million across the United States, Asia, and Europe. Managing Partner Ron Shah has personally transacted over $100 million in India and completed 75-plus investments and M&A transactions globally. Jina Ventures Fund I, a 2006 vintage fund with 14 investments, achieved 14 exits by 2013. The team includes Aseem Tiwari as Partner, and the firm has a particular strength in emerging markets technology investing, with India as a key geography alongside the United States and broader Asia-Pacific markets. Jina Ventures describes itself as mission-focused and disciplined, concentrating only on opportunities where conviction is highest. The firm functions as an actively operating business rather than a passive allocator, bringing direct transaction execution, sector expertise in emerging markets software and AI, and a global network of corporate and institutional relationships to its portfolio companies and advisory clients.

Johnson & Johnson Innovation is a global network dedicated to empowering healthcare innovators. Founded in 2012, JLABS supports early-stage companies in the pharmaceutical, medical device, consumer, and health tech sectors. Their mission is to foster the development of life-saving and life-enhancing health solutions. JLABS operates across multiple locations, including San Diego, San Francisco, Cambridge, Shanghai, and New York. They offer a robust infrastructure and resources to startups, facilitating collaboration and growth. The initiative has made over 400 investments, including notable companies such as Capstan Therapeutics and Synthis Therapeutics, focusing on biotechnology and medical devices. Their investment strategy emphasizes strategic partnerships and co-investments, working alongside various industry leaders and funding bodies to maximize impact. Recent investments include support for companies like Immunyx, Grapheal, and Neurogene, showcasing their commitment to advancing innovative healthcare solutions.

JLL Spark Global Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of JLL, focusing on strategic PropTech investments to drive innovation within the commercial real estate sector. Established in 2017, JLL Spark has invested over $390 million in more than 50 early-stage PropTech startups. These investments span various technologies, including IoT sensors, AI-driven platforms, and applications aimed at enhancing tenant experiences and building efficiencies. The team at JLL Spark, led by experienced professionals such as Raj Singh, Laurent Grill, and Mihir Shah, leverages JLL’s extensive real estate expertise and global network to support portfolio companies in scaling and entering new markets. JLL Spark's investment strategy emphasizes sustainability and the integration of AI to optimize real estate operations, reduce costs, and enhance environmental impact. Key portfolio companies include HqO, VergeSense, and Infogrid, which are transforming the way real estate operates through innovative technologies. JLL Spark’s approach involves not only providing capital but also ensuring that their portfolio companies are integrated into JLL’s business lines, creating synergies that drive growth and adoption of new technologies across the industry.

JME Venture Capital, established in 2009, is a prominent venture capital firm based in Madrid, Spain. It focuses on early-stage technology startups, investing primarily in Spanish companies with notable expansions across Europe and occasional investments in the US. The firm has raised three funds with over €120 million in assets under management (AUM), investing between €100k and €3m per deal. JME's investment portfolio includes successful companies like Flywire, Jobandtalent, and Voi. Their investment strategy targets sectors such as fintech, healthtech, and blockchain technology. Notably, JME has invested in over 70 startups, leading to significant exits including companies like Volava and Waynabox. The team at JME Venture Capital is led by Samuel Gil and Javier Alarcó, who emphasize a fast and transparent investment process. They support founders with global-scale resources while allowing them to maintain control over their vision and operations​.

Johnson Venture Partners (JVP) is an Atlanta-based micro venture capital fund founded in 2015 by Matt Johnson. The firm invests $50,000 to $500,000 in seed and early-stage startups throughout the Southeast United States, targeting pre-money valuations under $10 million with potential for 10x or greater returns. JVP operates with an open-ended fund life cycle, allowing patient capital without the artificial time constraints of traditional venture structures. Managing Partner Matt Johnson has invested in more than 40 startups over 15-plus years, serves on the Venture Atlanta selection committee, and is a Founding Partner of Fund That Tiger, a Clemson alumni investment vehicle. General Partner Robert Cramer brings 35 years of experience, including founding A.D.A.M. Inc. (IPO 1995, sold 2010) and co-founding ThePort Network. JVP is industry-agnostic across technology-driven sectors including SaaS, AI, fintech, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, consumer products, and digital media. The portfolio of 41 companies spans a range of stages and verticals, with notable holdings including 6am City (local media), Altis Biosystems (biotech), CareTrack (healthtech), NewSci (AI), Nickl Pay (fintech), Viva Finance (fintech), LimeLoop (sustainable packaging), and Oncore Golf. The most recent investment was RootNote in October 2024. One known exit has been recorded: Miventure in October 2021. JVP targets key Southeast startup ecosystems including Atlanta, Charlotte, Greenville, Nashville, Orlando, Tampa, and Raleigh-Durham. The firm's mission is to create exceptional long-term value for both entrepreneurs and LPs through patient capital, trusted founder relationships, and the operational expertise that the partnership brings from decades of company-building experience.

Join Capital is a Berlin-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in deep tech and industrial tech startups. They focus on sectors such as manufacturing, construction, logistics, and enterprise software. Their investment strategy emphasizes helping European deep tech startups achieve significant growth and traction. Join Capital provides not only financial backing but also extensive support through their 360-degree support series, which includes talent selection, sales development, and strategic alignment. Some of their notable investments include Frenetic, a company pioneering custom magnetics technology, and Generative Engineering, which aims to revolutionize physical engineering processes. These investments reflect Join Capital's commitment to backing innovative solutions that address complex industrial challenges. Join Capital is led by a team of experienced professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge in both technical and business fields. This combination enables them to effectively mentor and support startups from inception to market leadership. The firm’s approach is highly collaborative, working closely with founders to transform technical expertise into successful business ventures. For startups looking to engage with Join Capital, it's crucial to present innovative deep tech solutions with clear potential for industrial application and scalability. The firm values strong technical foundations paired with a vision for significant market impact.

Johnson & Johnson Innovation – JJDC, Inc. (JJDC) is the strategic venture capital arm of Johnson & Johnson, focused on investing across the healthcare spectrum. Established in 1973, it is one of the longest-standing corporate venture firms, with a mission to drive transformative innovations that address critical healthcare needs. JJDC invests globally across sectors like biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, health tech, and digital health, often aligning its investments with Johnson & Johnson's core business areas. The firm has regional innovation centers in Boston, Menlo Park, London, and Shanghai, allowing it to stay close to emerging trends and collaborate with startups at various stages, from seed to later-stage rounds. JJDC's portfolio includes companies like Genmab, Vedanta Biosciences, and Bright Peak Therapeutics, reflecting its focus on breakthrough therapies and next-gen healthcare solutions. Additionally, JJDC leverages Johnson & Johnson’s extensive resources, providing not only capital but also strategic support, including R&D, regulatory guidance, and commercialization pathways. The investment approach of JJDC prioritizes long-term strategic value over immediate returns. This allows it to support ventures through the often lengthy development timelines typical of the healthcare industry, ultimately aiming to integrate successful innovations into Johnson & Johnson’s ecosystem. With a legacy of fostering groundbreaking medical technologies, JJDC remains committed to advancing patient care globally while continuing to evolve alongside the dynamic healthcare landscape.

Jolt Capital is a Paris-based private equity firm specializing in growth-stage investments in deeptech companies across Europe. Founded in 2011, Jolt focuses on supporting technology-rich firms with strong fundamentals, particularly in sectors like photonics, advanced materials, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and IoT. They typically invest between €10 million and €50 million in businesses that are poised for significant scale, offering both capital and operational expertise to help them expand globally. Jolt Capital stands out by using its proprietary AI platform, Jolt.Ninja, to identify promising investment opportunities. This technology-driven approach allows the firm to discover high-potential companies while avoiding market hype. Their portfolio includes notable companies like Heptagon, NIL Technology, and Verimatrix, all of which leverage cutting-edge technology to address significant market needs. The team at Jolt Capital combines decades of experience in technology, investment, and entrepreneurship, working hands-on with portfolio companies to assist in everything from business strategy to talent acquisition and financial optimization. With a focus on sustainable and responsible investment, Jolt Capital’s mission is to grow European deeptech firms that can transform industries and improve societal outcomes.

Jordache Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Jordache Enterprises, the privately held conglomerate founded in 1978 by brothers Joe, Ralph, and Avi Nakash. The Nakash brothers are credited with establishing the designer denim market in the United States and have built Jordache into a $2 billion empire spanning fashion, real estate, hospitality, aviation (Arkia Israeli Airlines, which carries more than 2 million passengers annually), agriculture, and technology. Headquartered in New York, Jordache Ventures is also listed on the Israeli Venture Capital database, reflecting the Nakash family's active cross-border US-Israel investment interests. The firm has made 8 known investments at seed and early stages, predominantly during the 2013 to 2016 period, with checks typically in the $100K to $1 million range. Notable investments include ALICE, a hotel operations platform connecting all service points within a hotel to simplify guest management, which was co-invested alongside Expedia, 645 Ventures, and Tishman Speyer and subsequently acquired by Alpine SG in July 2021. Jordache Ventures has achieved 3 portfolio exits across its investment history. Its investments have spanned software, travel, and food and beverage sectors. Jordache Ventures reflects the Nakash family's interest in applying their extensive experience across hospitality, retail, and international business to technology companies in adjacent markets. The firm has been relatively inactive in new deal activity since 2016, consistent with a harvest-oriented stance as the parent conglomerate continues its broader diversification across fashion brands, real estate holdings, and aviation assets in both the United States and Israel.

Joule Ventures, formerly known as Janvest Capital Partners, is a U.S.-based seed fund focused on investing in Israeli founders who are commercializing enterprise-grade solutions for the U.S. market. The firm, which recently closed a $65 million Fund IV, operates from offices in Tel Aviv, New York, and Atlanta. The firm emphasizes hands-on, high-conviction investments in pre-seed and seed stage companies, particularly in sectors like cybersecurity, AI/ML, fintech, DevOps, data enablement, and software. Notable investments include BioCatch, a leader in behavioral biometrics, and Coralogix, a company providing full-stack observability solutions. Joule Ventures has also backed emerging companies such as Mirato, an AI-driven TPRM platform for financial institutions, and Arnica, a stealth-mode DevSecOps startup. Joule Ventures stands out for its comprehensive support system, offering U.S. market validation, design partner engagement, early customer connections, core team recruitment, cap table and corporate governance guidance, Series A acceleration, and branding and PR support. This extensive involvement helps ensure that their portfolio companies are well-equipped for success in the competitive U.S. enterprise market​.

Joules Accelerator, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting early-stage climate tech startups. Since its founding in 2013, Joules has been at the forefront of promoting innovative solutions in climate and energy, particularly in the Southeast region of the United States. Joules Accelerator runs two 90-day cohorts per year, each consisting of 6-10 startups. These cohorts focus on technologies that drive decarbonization and electrification. The accelerator provides startups with access to a vast network of industry advisors and partners, including Duke Energy, Microsoft, and EY. Startups are offered opportunities for revenue-generating pilots, commercialization, and strategic connections within the industry. The program is highly selective, conducting due diligence on hundreds of startups to choose the best candidates. Startups benefit from mentoring, networking, and the potential to receive Joules Camp pilot grants ranging from $10,000 to $20,000 to deploy their technologies in underserved communities across the Carolinas. Joules has successfully supported numerous startups. For instance, Harvest, a graduate from one of their cohorts, recently closed a $4.2 million seed round and won the CEE Integrated Home Competition. Another notable alumni, Rhizome, secured $2.5 million in venture capital and expanded its customer base to several major electric utilities. The accelerator emphasizes values such as diversity, equity, inclusion, transparency, and integrity, ensuring that their work positively impacts both startups and the broader community.

Journey Ventures is a Tel Aviv-based multi-stage venture capital firm dedicated to the travel technology industry, launched as a joint venture between the Fattal Hotel Group and Spring Ventures. Founded in 2019, the firm targets Israeli and international companies specializing in tourism, travel tech, and the hotel industry that have reached an advanced stage of technological development. The Fattal Hotel Group is Israel's largest hospitality organization, operating more than 200 hotels in 20 countries including the Leonardo hotel chain, a leading European brand. Spring Ventures is a private equity firm traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, led by Israeli internet entrepreneur Aviv Refuah. The firm is co-founded by Nadav Fattal, VP Marketing at Fattal Hotels Group with more than 10 years of digital marketing and startup experience, and Aviv Refuah, who completed the largest e-commerce transaction in Israel when Spring Ventures sold its online commerce activities to the Azrieli Group in May 2016 for approximately $22 million. Journey Ventures has made 9 known investments at seed and Series A stages with checks in the $500K to $3 million range. Portfolio companies include Lumai, which received a Series A investment in April 2025. A distinctive feature of Journey Ventures is the strategic access it provides to its portfolio: companies gain the Fattal Hotel Group's network of 200-plus hotels across 20 countries as a live testing ground and distribution channel. This combination of institutional hospitality expertise and operating infrastructure gives portfolio companies an unusually direct path to customer validation and commercial traction within the global travel and hospitality sector.

Jovono Ventures, based in Los Angeles and founded in 2016, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in paradigm-shifting companies and missionary founders who tackle hard problems or create delightful products. Their portfolio reflects a diverse range of industries, particularly high-tech and enterprise applications. Some of Jovono's notable investments include Anduril Industries, a provider of AI-based defense solutions; Flexport, a digital freight forwarding platform; and DoNotPay, a legal tech company that helps users navigate legal paperwork. Other significant investments are in companies like Sofar Ocean Technologies, QEDIT, and Paragon​. Jovono's investment strategy does not limit itself to specific stages, locations, or industries, but rather focuses on the potential impact and innovation of the companies. This flexibility allows them to back transformative startups at various stages of development. They have made 23 investments so far, including in early-stage companies such as Persist AI and Apollo Brokers. The firm is led by Evan Zimmerman, who brings extensive experience and a strong vision for supporting groundbreaking ventures. Jovono's commitment to building long-term partnerships with founders and helping them navigate their growth journeys sets it apart in the venture capital landscape.

Joy Ventures, now rebranded as Corundum Neuroscience, is a venture capital firm originally founded in 2017 and based in Herzliya, Israel. The firm has transitioned its focus to become a neuroscience-focused venture builder and fund. Under its new identity, Corundum Neuroscience aims to drive innovation in neuroscience by investing in and supporting early-stage companies that develop groundbreaking consumer products and technologies rooted in scientific research. The firm specializes in nurturing startups at various stages, from seeding ideas to advancing them through the critical phases of development. Corundum Neuroscience emphasizes creating products that enhance emotional and mental well-being, reflecting its deep commitment to improving human health through innovative technologies. The firm’s strategy includes providing not just financial backing but also extensive resources such as mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to a network of experts in neuroscience and related fields. With its rebranding, Corundum Neuroscience is positioned to become a leader in the neuroscience sector, fostering the development of cutting-edge solutions that address some of the most pressing challenges in mental health and cognitive sciences.

Joyance Partners, established in 2017, is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies that use science and technology to cultivate joy, aiming to improve the way we live. Joyance Partners has made significant investments in health and consumer sectors, targeting companies from pre-seed to Series A stages across North America, Europe, and Asia. Their notable investments include ClosedLoop, which uses AI to identify at-risk patients and recommend interventions, and Copper Cow Coffee, which delivers a premium Vietnamese coffee experience. Another standout is Cubby, which creates smart beds designed to improve anxiety, sleep, and safety for individuals with cognitive disabilities such as Autism and Epilepsy. Joyance Partners also backs innovative companies in beauty and sustainability, like Conserving Beauty, which focuses on solutions-based skincare, and Electric Era, which works on sustainable energy solutions. The firm has made over 500 investments and boasts more than 200 exits, reflecting a strong track record in nurturing and scaling startups. They support companies that promise to enhance personal health, happiness, and well-being through technological advancements. The leadership team, including Managing Partner Michael Edelhart and Founding Partner William Lohse, leverages their extensive experience to guide their portfolio companies towards growth and success. Joyance Partners continues to be an influential player in the venture capital landscape, dedicated to investing in transformative technologies that bring joy to people's lives​.

Joyful Ventures is a venture capital fund dedicated to transforming the global food system through sustainable proteins. With a focus on early-stage investments, Joyful targets alternative protein startups using plant-based, fermentation, and cultivated technologies. Founded by Milo Runkle, Jennifer Stojkovic, and Blaine Vess, the fund aims to disrupt traditional food production and address urgent climate issues. Their $23M fund supports companies developing innovative, humane, and scalable food solutions that outcompete animal-based products on cost, taste, and convenience. Joyful Ventures prioritizes founders facing early-stage challenges, especially underrepresented groups, and actively engages with its portfolio, providing mentorship and leveraging a vast network to accelerate growth. They believe in long-term collaboration and are action-oriented, with a clear commitment to nurturing relationships and driving results​. Their notable investments include startups in cultivated and plant-based meat, like Bosque Foods and Ohayo​. The fund's leadership brings decades of experience in food activism and tech innovation, positioning Joyful Ventures as a driving force in building a more sustainable and inclusive food industry​.

The Joint Polish Investment Fund (JPIF) is a venture capital firm based in Warsaw, Poland, established in 2015. The fund primarily focuses on investments in life sciences, targeting early-stage and mid-stage companies, particularly those with clear and near-term value inflection points. JPIF typically holds investments for a period of 3-5 years, aiming to achieve significant growth and value creation during that time. The fund has a specific interest in sectors such as therapeutic devices, monitoring equipment, and personalized medicine, with investments made in companies like Fixnip and DreamJay. JPIF's strategy involves not only providing financial support but also leveraging its team's extensive experience in the life sciences to guide these companies towards successful commercialization. JPIF is led by Kreske Nickelsen, the CEO, along with a team of general partners who bring diverse expertise to the fund's operations. The firm operates under the broader European venture capital landscape, contributing to the growth of innovative life science companies in Central and Eastern Europe.

JPIN Venture Catalysts (JPIN VCATS) is a London-based Euro-Asia focused venture capital firm, angel network, and global advisory founded in 2019. The firm is the international extension of Venture Catalysts (VCATS), India's leading investment network, and sits within the broader Venture Catalysts++ ecosystem — a half-billion-dollar multistage platform comprising 9Unicorns (accelerator VC), Beams Fintech Fund, Elev8 (growth stage), VCATS Angel Growth Fund, and Incubate Hub. JPIN was co-founded by six partners including Dr. Apoorv Sharma, who backed decacorn OYO Hotels at seed stage as well as BharatPe, Beardo, and Supr, alongside Nayan Gala and Gaurav Singh, both UK-based for more than a decade with extensive angel investing track records. The firm invests and syndicates capital from £200K to £20 million, operating sector-agnostically across seed and Series A rounds. The portfolio spans 30 companies across India, the United States, Singapore, and other markets. Notable investments include Zypp Electric (EV rentals, Series C, Gurugram), Chingari (social media), TinyChef, and Expertrons. Exits include Karkinos Healthcare, acquired by Reliance Industries for $43.9 million in December 2024, and Koovers. The most recent investment was BioSapien at seed stage in 2025. JPIN's cross-border strategy is its defining characteristic: the firm actively enables UK and European companies to expand into India while helping Indian companies penetrate UK and European markets. The firm joined the Envestors network for UK deal syndication, and its nine-person team brings a combination of South Asian market expertise and London financial networks to founders seeking to build internationally from an early stage.

JSR Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a multinational company specializing in digital solutions, life sciences, and elastomers. Founded in 1957, JSR initially focused on synthetic rubbers but has since expanded its operations to become a leading global supplier in various technology-driven markets. One of JSR's major areas of expertise is semiconductor materials, where they produce lithography materials, CMP materials, and packaging solutions essential for semiconductor chip production. The company has also made significant strides in the life sciences sector, providing services and materials for drug discovery, diagnostics, and bioprocessing. They acquired companies like KBI Biopharma and Selexis to strengthen their capabilities in this field. JSR is also heavily involved in advanced semiconductor technologies. They acquired Inpria Corporation, a leader in metal oxide photoresist technology for extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography, to bolster their semiconductor materials portfolio. This acquisition aligns with JSR's strategy to enhance their presence in advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes. Moreover, JSR collaborates with Cambridge Quantum Computing (CQC) on quantum computing projects to develop state-of-the-art quantum algorithms. This partnership highlights JSR's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological innovation. Overall, JSR Corporation leverages its extensive R&D capabilities and strategic acquisitions to maintain its leadership in the semiconductor and life sciences industries, continuously driving innovation and value creation for its global customers.