Fund profile
Contour Venture Partners
New York, United States
Leading
About
Contour Venture Partners, based in New York City since 2005, specializes in seed-stage investments within the enterprise SaaS, vertical B2B SaaS, and financial services sectors. They are particularly focused on startups that leverage innovative software solutions. Contour is known for its significant early investments in notable companies such as Datadog, Movable Ink, and Ellevest. The firm primarily invests in the Northeastern United States, capitalizing on the region's robust technology and financial services sectors. Contour typically leads or co-leads investment rounds, with initial investments ranging from $500,000 to $2 million, and provides ongoing support through subsequent funding stages. Contour's investment strategy centers on partnering with passionate, experienced entrepreneurs who are committed to transforming their industries. They prioritize companies with scalable products, strong market potential, and capable management teams. Contour's active involvement includes board representation and strategic guidance in areas like sales, growth strategies, and exit planning. The team at Contour, led by co-founders Matt Gorin and Bob Greene, brings extensive venture capital and entrepreneurial experience. Their collective expertise spans multiple market cycles and industry sectors, enabling them to offer invaluable support to their portfolio companies. Startups seeking investment from Contour are advised to demonstrate a clear path to profitability and significant market impact. The firm values long-term partnerships and looks for leaders with integrity, deep industry knowledge, and a passion for their business.
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Highlights
$465k
Historical average check
$37M
Historical max check
May 2024
Last investment date
176
Investments
AI & Deep Tech
Fintech & Financial services
Software & Apps
Media, Events & Entertainment
Transportation & Mobility
Other
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