Fund profile
Listen Ventures
Chicago, United States
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About
Listen Ventures, based in Chicago, is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in consumer-focused brands. Founded in 2010, Listen Ventures operates with a unique approach by combining capital with brand strategy, creativity, and consumer insights to help entrepreneurs build impactful brands. The firm has raised $92 million across two funds: Listen Ventures III, a $62 million core fund for early-stage investments, and Listen Up, a $30 million opportunity fund for later-stage investments in its existing portfolio. Notable investments include brands like Calm, Catch Co, Dame, Factor, and Interior Define. Listen Ventures emphasizes a concentrated investment strategy, preferring to invest larger amounts of capital and resources into fewer companies. This allows them to provide comprehensive support, including strategic and creative guidance. Their investment thesis centers on identifying shifts in cultural narratives and consumer behavior, backing brands that address these shifts effectively.
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Highlights
$2M
Historical average check
$30M
Historical max check
July 2023
Last investment date
47
Investments
Fintech & Financial services
Consumer Goods & Electronics
Lifestyle
Healthtech & Wellness
Web 3.0
Software & Apps
Food & Beverage
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