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Cavallo Ventures

Cavallo Ventures

United States

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About

Cavallo Ventures, the venture capital arm of Wilbur-Ellis, strategically invests in innovative startups across biotechnology, agriculture, and food tech industries. Notable investments include companies like Andes, which focuses on sustainable agriculture technology, and Debut Biotech, known for biotherapeutic innovations. The fund primarily targets startups in North America, especially those in California. Cavallo Ventures typically participates in Series A to Series D rounds, often co-investing with other leading funds such as Bessemer Venture Partners and Mayfield. Their investment strategy is centered on supporting technological advancements that can be integrated within Wilbur-Ellis’s existing business operations, providing startups with market access and industry expertise. The fund prefers to invest in startups that align with their focus on sustainability and advanced agricultural technologies. Recent investments highlight Cavallo’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, with companies like Smartwyre and Beta Hatch securing significant funding. The average check size ranges from $5 million to $10 million, and they are known to be active participants in 2-6 investment rounds annually. Key team members include Michael Wilbur and Cavallo’s team of experienced investors based in San Francisco. Startups seeking investment are advised to highlight their innovative approaches and potential for integration into Wilbur-Ellis's ecosystem. Cavallo Ventures values a collaborative approach, often leading investment rounds and providing strategic support to portfolio companies.

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Round

Series A
Series B
Series C+
Seed

Previous Investments

Agritech & Farming
AI & Deep Tech
Biotech
CleanTech & Sustainability
Consumer Goods & Electronics
Data & Analytics
Food & Beverage
Hardware. Robotics & IoT
Healthtech & Wellness
Legal & Professional services
Natural Resources
Pharma
Social media
Software & Apps
Transportation & Mobility

Geo focus

USA

Highlights

$4.8M

Historical average check

$75M

Historical max check

October 2024

Last investment date

53

Investments

Biotech

Software & Apps

Healthtech & Wellness

Agritech & Farming

Hardware. Robotics & IoT

Natural Resources

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cavallovc.com

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