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Equal Ventures

Equal Ventures

New York, United States

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About

Equal Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage companies that aim to disrupt traditional industries. Founded in 2018 by Richard Kerby and Rick Zullo, Equal Ventures specializes in sectors such as retail, insurance, supply chain, and climate technology. The firm backs startups that challenge legacy systems, emphasizing those that bring transformative innovation to underserved markets. Equal Ventures typically leads seed rounds, with investments ranging from $500K to $2M. Their portfolio includes companies like Cocofloss, Stavvy, and Fable, showcasing their dedication to supporting businesses that reshape consumer experiences and industry standards. The firm adopts a thesis-driven approach, using what they call a "prepared mind" to identify high-potential opportunities before they become mainstream. What sets Equal Ventures apart is its commitment to partnering with founders from diverse backgrounds. The firm operates more like a family than a traditional VC, providing hands-on support to portfolio companies and leveraging deep industry expertise to help them scale. They focus on long-term relationships, ensuring their founders have the strategic backing they need to succeed in complex markets. Equal Ventures is positioned to continue shaping the future of several key sectors, using technology and innovation to solve large-scale problems in industries that have long resisted change.

Details

Round

Seed
Series A
Series B
Series C+
Venture Round

Previous Investments

Advertising & Marketing
AI & Deep Tech
B2B
CleanTech & Sustainability
Consumer Goods & Electronics
E-commerce & Retail
Education
Energy & Utilities
Fashion & Apparel
Fintech & Financial services
Food & Beverage
HR & Recruitment
Lifestyle
Real Estate & Proptech
Social media
Software & Apps
Transportation & Mobility

Geo focus

USA

Highlights

$4M

Historical average check

$40M

Historical max check

December 2024

Last investment date

32

Investments

E-commerce & Retail

Fashion & Apparel

Software & Apps

Transportation & Mobility

Energy & Utilities

Social media

Advertising & Marketing

Fintech & Financial services

Other

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