E-commerce & Retail VC Funds

Vamos Ventures is a Los Angeles-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in diverse founders, particularly from the Latinx community. Founded by Marcos Gonzalez in 2018, Vamos Ventures focuses on early-stage, tech-driven companies with the potential for high financial returns and significant social impact. The firm's primary investment sectors include Health & Wellness, Future of Work, FinTech, and Sustainability​. Notable investments in their portfolio include Form Energy, a company revolutionizing energy storage; Suma Wealth, a fintech platform focused on financial inclusion for the Latinx community; and SweetBio, a health and wellness startup innovating in wound care​. Vamos Ventures' mission is to create alpha and impact by funding disruptive solutions led by Latinx and diverse founders. The firm emphasizes the importance of community empowerment, social mobility, and representation in the tech ecosystem. They are supported by notable partners such as Apple, Bank of America, and the Ford Foundation​.

Vanedge Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Vancouver and Silicon Valley. Founded by experienced technology entrepreneurs, the firm focuses on investing in companies that leverage deep technology and innovative solutions in areas such as hard tech, artificial intelligence, and analytics. Vanedge Capital aims to help visionary technologists build and scale their businesses through capital investment, operational expertise, and a robust network of industry connections. The firm has $390 million under management and has developed a repeatable investment process refined over a decade to deliver superior returns. Their portfolio includes a diverse range of companies such as Canalyst, Cogniac, and Echodyne, each known for their groundbreaking technologies and market impact. Key team members include Moe Kermani, who has extensive experience in cloud computing and machine intelligence, and Amy Rae, who focuses on SaaS businesses and applied analytics. The team provides hands-on support to their portfolio companies, helping them mitigate execution risks and attract follow-on capital from top-tier co-investors.

Variant Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm based in New York, specializing in investments that support the development of the "ownership economy." Founded in 2020, Variant focuses on web3, decentralized finance (DeFi), and blockchain sectors. The firm aims to invest in companies that are building an internet where users become owners, leveraging the transformative potential of blockchain technology. The team at Variant includes co-founders Jesse Walden and Li Jin, along with a group of experienced professionals such as Jake Chervinsky (Chief Legal Officer) and Geoff Hamilton (Investment Partner). They bring a wealth of expertise in legal, financial, and operational aspects to support their portfolio companies. Variant's portfolio includes prominent companies like Uniswap, Magic Eden, and Worldcoin, which are making significant strides in their respective fields. The firm is known for its quick decision-making process, providing initial investments typically in the range of pre-seed and seed stages. In a notable development, Variant Fund merged with Atelier Ventures to further strengthen their focus on the ownership economy, expanding their investment reach and operational capabilities​.

Vectr Ventures is a global early-stage venture capital firm and venture studio headquartered in Hong Kong, founded in 2013. Describing itself as a 'startup launcher studio,' Vectr combines capital, company creation and hands-on partnership to back founders building transformational products, and positions itself as an ideal partner for companies looking to expand into Asia. The firm invests at the early and incubation stages, primarily Seed and Series A, across technology, mobile and cloud, artificial intelligence, media and commerce, enterprise applications and retail, with a portfolio that spans both the United States and Asia, generally as a co-investor. Vectr runs a team of around 20 people including roughly three partners, with leadership including Managing Partner Alan Chan, General Partner Arthur Law and Partner Adrian Chan, supported by managing directors across technology, product and development, and finance and operations. Across roughly 140 investments the firm has produced five unicorns, two IPOs and 14 acquisitions, with notable portfolio companies including the curated film-streaming platform MUBI, which reached unicorn status in 2025, the online-education company MasterClass, and the European mobility platform FREE NOW. Vectr Ventures should not be confused with the separate Hong Kong firm Vectr Fintech Partners, which rebranded as OMVC in 2025. By combining a venture studio with early-stage capital and an Asia-expansion focus, Vectr Ventures backs founders building transformational technology, media and commerce companies across the US and Asia.

Velocity Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm with a singular focus on the Travel and Hospitality sector across Southeast Asia, founded in 2020. The firm launched its sector-specific Travel and Hospitality Fund, reaching a first close of US$20 million, partly in response to the COVID-19 disruption, with the aim of powering the recovery and reinvention of the region's travel and hospitality startups and matching corporates with promising young companies. Velocity backs visionary entrepreneurs reshaping the sector at the seed to Series A stage, and selectively through to pre-IPO, across five verticals: Transportation, Travel Retail, Real Estate and Accommodation, Food and Beverage, and Retail and Entertainment, and it is willing to lead. Beyond capital it offers a hands-on, value-added approach combining strategic guidance with a deep industry network in Asia. The team blends travel and hospitality sector specialists with successful entrepreneurs who collectively bring around 13 decades of operating and investing experience and a track record of more than 50 deals across venture capital, private equity, M&A and IPOs with a reported roughly 24.4% IRR on early-stage investments. Velocity was founded by A. Patrick Imbardelli, former CEO of Pan Pacific Hotels and of InterContinental Hotels Group in Asia-Pacific, and Nicholas Cocks, an entrepreneur turned professional investor, with partners including Jonathon Cocks and Bennett Lee. Portfolio companies include ZUZU Hospitality, Aigens, BYHOURS, TripGuru, Tripbtoz, Journee, Tablevibe and Feast. By focusing exclusively on travel and hospitality in Southeast Asia, Velocity Ventures backs the founders reshaping the region's travel economy.

Venista Ventures is a Cologne-based venture capital firm founded in 2004 that invests exclusively at the pre-seed and seed stage, aiming to be the first institutional investor in ambitious founders with visionary ideas. The firm targets data-driven business models in Consumer Internet and B2B SaaS, backing outstanding teams primarily across Germany, Western Europe and the Nordics, willing to lead. Its initial ticket size is typically EUR 50,000 to EUR 150,000, with total investment per company of up to EUR 1,000,000. Venista practices what it calls 'Applied VC,' the belief that, especially in the early days, pure monetary support has limited impact, so its operational team adds value by supporting portfolio companies in HR, controlling and accounting while founders retain full control of their business. The team sees itself as a sparring partner and mentor on product and growth, and on online marketing, B2B sales and recruiting, rather than as active managers, keeping founders in the driving seat; the group also includes two fully-owned operating subsidiaries that run as agencies. The team of roughly six is led by founder and CEO Christian Teichert, alongside COO Frank Maschmeier and CIO Tobias Neveling. As of mid-2024 Venista had invested in around 28 companies, including Circuly, Connect Earth, Superjoi and Tilta, with notable exits including Familo, datapine and GTX Messaging. By acting as a first institutional investor and pairing capital with hands-on operational support, Venista Ventures backs data-driven Consumer Internet and B2B SaaS founders across Germany, Western Europe and the Nordics.

Venrock, a venture capital firm born from the Rockefeller family’s pioneering investments, focuses on early-stage companies in healthcare and technology. Its portfolio features high-profile companies like Apple, Intel, and more recently, businesses such as Illumina, and Cloudflare. Venrock operates primarily in the U.S., with offices in Palo Alto, New York, and Cambridge, emphasizing innovation-driven startups. Venrock’s investment strategy targets disruptive ideas in digital health, biotech, enterprise software, and cybersecurity. They prioritize early-stage investments, often leading seed and Series A rounds with checks typically ranging from $5M to $10M. The firm’s disciplined approach includes follow-on investments, ensuring sustained growth. Venrock tends to stay hands-on, offering strategic guidance rather than merely financial support, particularly in sectors with complex technical or regulatory landscapes. With recent funds like Venrock 10, a $650M pool, the firm is increasingly active, especially in biotech and digital therapeutics. Founders should note that Venrock values data-driven pitches and prefers founders with strong domain expertise. Partner Bryan Roberts, a key figure, exemplifies Venrock’s deep involvement in healthcare innovation, while other partners like Brian Ascher are notable for their tech focus. For startups, the ideal approach to Venrock involves showcasing clear scalability and a transformative market vision. Venrock’s long-standing reputation for backing groundbreaking companies is cemented by its proactive role in nurturing bold ideas that shape the future.

Venture Catalysts, branded Venture Catalysts++, is an early-stage investment and innovation platform founded in 2016 and headquartered in Mumbai, positioning itself as India's first integrated incubator and multi-stage venture capital firm. It operates one of India's largest early-stage ecosystems, with a network of over 3,000 angel investors spread across 11 cities in three countries, India, Hong Kong and Qatar, and access to more than 10,000 angel networks, aiming to democratize angel investing. The firm follows a multi-stage approach with seed-stage checks typically ranging from about $0.25M to $2M, averaging around $1.1M, and is willing to lead. It has syndicated roughly $700M across more than 300 portfolio startups carrying a combined valuation of more than $10B. Co-founded by Dr. Apoorva Ranjan Sharma, Co-Founder and President, alongside Anil Jain, Anuj Golecha and Gaurav Jain, the platform also runs specialized vehicles including the 100 Unicorns $100M early-stage accelerator fund, the Beams Fintech Fund, around $90M and India's first growth-stage fintech vehicle from 2022, and the Spyre PropTech Venture Fund, around $50M from 2025. Its portfolio of nearly 390 companies spans enterprise applications, retail, fintech, proptech and consumer sectors, and includes unicorns BharatPe and Vested Finance, plus well-known names such as Vedantu, Zingbus, Beardo, SuprDaily, Innov8, Home Capital, BlowHorn and Fynd. The firm remains highly active, with dozens of new investments each year. By combining a vast angel network with multi-stage funds, Venture Catalysts backs Indian founders from incubation through growth.

Venture Kick, a leading philanthropic initiative in Switzerland, has been instrumental in supporting early-stage startups since its inception in 2007. The program provides up to CHF 150,000 in pre-seed funding through a structured, three-stage process, aimed at helping science-based startups transition from innovative concepts to market-ready businesses. With a portfolio of over 1,000 supported startups, Venture Kick has contributed significantly to the Swiss startup ecosystem. Their efforts have led to the creation of more than 13,300 jobs and attracted over CHF 8 billion in investments. Notable successes from their alumni include Climeworks, a leader in direct air capture technology, which recently raised CHF 600 million to scale its operations, and YASAI, a vertical farming company that has secured investment from the Bell Food Group to boost its growth​​. The foundation’s focus spans various high-tech sectors, including ICT, life sciences, cleantech, and advanced manufacturing. In 2023 alone, Venture Kick reviewed 781 applications and supported 118 projects, demonstrating its robust selection process and broad industry impact. The initiative aims to scale its model further, with ambitious goals of supporting 3,000 high-tech companies and creating 100,000 jobs by 2033​.

Venture MENA is a dedicated venture capital fund founded in 2019 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, that sources and backs promising early-stage technology startups across the Middle East and North Africa. The fund invests in MENA-based entrepreneurs building new tools and networks that enable businesses to operate in tomorrow's market, writing checks from the seed range through Series A with a defined reserve allocation policy for follow-on rounds, and an average round size of around $1M, generally as a co-investor. Its investments span e-commerce, software, financial services, fintech, SaaS and security among other sectors. Venture MENA operates as a single-GP fund led by founder and Managing Director Mohamed Hamdy, who brings more than two decades of venture capital and private equity experience, including roles as investment director for an Abu Dhabi family office for roughly seven years, Managing Director of the Turn8 accelerator, Head of Future Platforms at the Dubai Future Foundation, and advisor at ADQ. Hamdy went on to become Managing Partner at Further Ventures, a separate Abu Dhabi fund anchored by the ADQ sovereign wealth fund that focuses on fintech, digital assets and logistics. Across his career he has been associated with a broad track record of seed and growth-stage technology investments in the MENA region and beyond. By focusing on MENA-based founders and pairing seed-to-Series-A capital with deep regional experience, Venture MENA backs the technology companies building the tools and networks for the region's next generation of businesses.

VentureFriends is an Athens-based venture capital firm that was founded in 2016 by Apostolos Apostolakis and George Dimopoulos. The firm focuses on seed and early-stage investments in sectors like fintech, proptech, SaaS, and consumer solutions. With offices in Athens, London, Barcelona, and Warsaw, VentureFriends targets startups across Europe and the Middle East, aiming to support ambitious entrepreneurs with bold ideas. VentureFriends has a track record of backing promising startups, including notable companies like Instashop, Belvo, and Blueground. They are known for their hands-on approach, often acting as an extension of the startups they support. Their typical initial investments range from €500,000 to €2.5 million, with follow-on investments that can go up to €10 million. This strategy allows them to stay deeply involved in the growth of their portfolio companies. The firm has raised multiple funds, with their most recent one closing at €90 million, enabling them to continue supporting innovation in regions like Latin America and MENA. They are highly regarded for their ability to guide startups through both the good times and the tough times, providing not just capital, but mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to their extensive network.

Ventures Platform is a leading Pan-African venture capital firm, renowned for its founder-friendly approach and substantial investments in tech-driven startups. With notable portfolio companies like Paystack, PiggyVest, and Remedial Health, Ventures Platform has a keen focus on fintech, health tech, edtech, and agritech sectors. Their geographic focus spans across Africa, targeting high-growth potential in emerging markets. The fund's investment strategy is characterized by early-stage investments, usually taking the lead in funding rounds, with average check sizes ranging from $50K to $500K. Ventures Platform emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering extensive portfolio support through their Platform and Networks team. This includes market analysis, ecosystem engagement, and strategic communications to ensure their portfolio companies scale successfully. To approach Ventures Platform, startups are encouraged to demonstrate innovative solutions with clear market potential, preferably in sectors aligned with the fund's focus. Building connections through ecosystem events and demonstrating strong growth metrics can significantly enhance the chances of securing investment.

VentureSouq is a dynamic venture capital firm based in Dubai, specializing in early-stage investments with a focus on FinTech and ClimateTech. Launched in 2013, VSQ has become a cornerstone of the MENA region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, managing over 200 investments globally. Key investments include high-profile companies like Tabby, Sary, and Huspy, demonstrating their commitment to fostering innovation in diverse markets. VSQ targets sectors such as financial technology, climate technology, edtech, and digital media, emphasizing solutions that address critical economic, environmental, and societal issues. Their strategic focus includes sub-sectors like alternative proteins, carbon economy, energy storage, and supply chain technology, aligning with their mission of conscious investing. Geographically, VentureSouq invests across MENA and Pakistan, with notable ventures in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Pakistan. Their regional approach is complemented by a global perspective, reflecting their expansive investment reach. VSQ's investment strategy revolves around thematic funds, aiming to support transformative tech startups from seed to growth stages. They actively lead funding rounds, often with substantial follow-on investments, and leverage their extensive network to propel startups toward significant milestones. Their portfolio management is hands-on, providing operational support, strategic guidance, and valuable industry connections. The leadership team includes co-founders Sonia Gokhale, Tammer Qaddumi, and Sonia Weymuller, all bringing a wealth of experience from various prestigious financial institutions. Their diverse backgrounds and deep sector expertise underpin VSQ's robust investment framework.

Verdane is a specialist growth investment firm focused on tech-enabled and sustainable businesses across Europe. Founded in 2003, Verdane has raised nine funds and several co-investment vehicles, with total commitments exceeding €6 billion. The firm invests in both single companies and portfolios, targeting two core themes: digitalization and decarbonization. Notable investments include Babyshop, Banqsoft, Baum und Pferdgarten, Bellman Group, and Bemz. Verdane's flexible investment approach allows for both minority and majority stakes, supporting companies through growth capital and strategic guidance. Their portfolio spans diverse sectors such as B2B software, consumer digital services, and green technology. Verdane operates from seven offices across Europe, including Berlin, Munich, Copenhagen, Helsinki, London, Oslo, and Stockholm. Their in-house team of over 130 professionals provides deep sector expertise and hands-on support to help portfolio companies scale and achieve market leadership. In recent years, Verdane has been recognized for its performance, notably being named the top-performing mid-market investor in Europe in 2022 by HEC-Dow Jones. The firm is also a certified B Corporation, ensuring its investments align with high sustainability standards.

Verissimo Ventures is a pre-seed and seed stage venture fund investing in technology startups across Israel, the US, and Europe. The firm focuses on backing founders who aim to solve significant problems using cutting-edge technology. Verissimo Ventures is particularly interested in vertical software, operational software, and engineering & infrastructure software, along with innovative business models targeting emerging and large markets​. Founded by Alex Oppenheimer, Verissimo brings a hands-on approach from day one, helping portfolio companies turn finance and operations into strategic assets. The team’s background spans operational finance, technology leadership, and R&D, with experience in guiding companies from founding stages through to IPO and M&A exits. This extensive experience allows them to provide invaluable support to their portfolio companies at every growth stage. The fund's portfolio includes companies such as Causal, Rossum, and Trullion, among others. Founders have praised Verissimo for their deep operational expertise, network, and strategic support, which have been critical in helping startups navigate early-stage challenges and achieve significant milestones.

Verity Venture Partners (VVP) is a consumer-focused VC firm that backs purpose-driven entrepreneurs building innovative brands. With a focus on early-stage startups, VVP invests in companies generating between $1-10M in revenue, often within beauty, wellness, personal care, food & beverage, and enabling technologies. The firm is led by co-founders Tina Bou-Saba and Matt Levin, both seasoned investors with deep experience in consumer goods and private equity. Tina has a track record of supporting high-growth brands and female entrepreneurs, while Matt brings over 27 years of expertise from Bain Capital. VVP's investment strategy revolves around high-impact partnerships with founders, offering not just capital but also strategic and operational support. They are highly selective, typically leading investment rounds, with a hands-on approach to scaling companies in underserved markets. Key investments include Arrae, Dae, and Cadence, reflecting their commitment to wellness and consumer tech. Headquartered in San Francisco, they are geographically focused on the U.S. and Canada, aiming to foster community and sustainability in their portfolio. Founders looking to engage with VVP should highlight alignment with their values of authenticity and purpose-driven growth, as the firm prefers to build deep, collaborative relationships early in a company's journey.

Verod-Kepple Africa Ventures (VKAV) is a pan-African venture capital firm investing in tech-enabled, growth-stage companies across the continent. It was formed in 2021 as a joint venture between Kepple Africa Ventures, a Japanese VC active in African startups, and Verod Holdings, an African growth-capital private equity firm. The firm is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with an office in Nairobi, Kenya. VKAV closed its inaugural fund at $60M in April 2024, with plans to back up to roughly 21 growth-stage companies. Its limited partners include SBI Holdings, Toyota Tsusho, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, JICA, the Japan ICT Fund and SCM Capital. The fund typically invests $1M to $3M per company with follow-on capacity, focusing on post-revenue, scalable startups at Series A and Series B, and it is willing to lead. By fund close it had deployed about $17.5M across 12 companies. Its investment thesis centers on three areas, Inefficiency Solvers, Homegrown Innovation and Infrastructure, spanning fintech, mobility, e-commerce, proptech, deep tech, insurtech, energy and healthcare. The firm offers operational support via Verod and exit and partnership opportunities in Japan via its LPs. Partners include Satoshi Shinada, Ryosuke Yamawaki and Ory Okolloh. Portfolio companies include Shuttlers, Ceviant and Navettes in Nigeria, NowPay, Nawy and Chefaa in Egypt, KOKO Networks and mTek-Services in Kenya, Chari in Morocco, Cloudline in South Africa, and Moove Africa and Julaya across multiple markets. By uniting Japanese and African investors, VKAV backs growth-stage African founders and bridges them to Japanese partners.

Version One Ventures is a venture capital firm that focuses on backing mission-driven founders at the earliest stages of their ventures. Established by Boris Wertz and Angela Tran, the firm is based in Vancouver and San Francisco. Version One invests in a diverse range of sectors, including SaaS, marketplaces, crypto, and climate/energy. Notable investments include companies such as Coinbase, Ada, Shippo, Uniswap, and Jobber. The firm has a reputation for identifying high-potential opportunities early, having successfully invested in vertical SaaS in the early 2010s, crypto since 2016, and climate tech starting in 2020. Version One Ventures is driven by a core belief in supporting founders who are creating transformational change and new market categories. They seek out opportunities that might seem fringe or emerging but have the potential to lead and define new industries. This approach has led them to invest in areas like AI, VR/AR, and hardtech/biotech.

Vertex Ventures is a global network of venture capital funds with a focus on early-stage investments across various innovation hubs, including China, Israel, Southeast Asia, India, the US, and Japan. Vertex Ventures Japan (VVJ), the newest addition, recently launched its inaugural JPY 10 billion ($64 million) fund, Vertex Ventures Japan Fund I (VVJFI). This fund is dedicated to investing in early-stage Japanese startups with high growth potential, particularly in sectors such as deep tech, digital transformation (DX), artificial intelligence (AI), and the creator economy​. VVJ leverages the extensive global network of Vertex Holdings, which manages over $6 billion in assets and provides strategic support and operational assistance to its portfolio companies. This network allows VVJ to offer Japanese startups access to global markets and resources, fostering innovation and technological advancement​. The fund is led by Managing Partner Takashi Tomita and General Partner Tomohiro Miyasaka, who are responsible for identifying new investment opportunities and driving strategic growth. Vertex Ventures Japan also collaborates with the University of Tokyo and the Japanese government to enhance the startup ecosystem through cross-border partnerships between industry, academia, and government.

Vesey Ventures actively backs early-stage fintechs with a strong focus on U.S.-based companies revolutionizing financial services, also leveraging key connections in Israel for cross-border growth. Their portfolio includes standout names like Trulioo, Grain, and Coast, reflecting Vesey's commitment to startups reshaping compliance, payments, and financial accessibility. With its deep expertise in navigating regulatory and go-to-market complexities, Vesey Ventures is more than a capital partner, providing tailored, strategic guidance to scale impactful business models. The firm often leads or co-leads rounds, taking an involved approach through its extensive LP network and industry partnerships. Vesey’s investment strategy prioritizes founders with innovative solutions and a clear path to sustainable scale. The fund’s team, which includes experienced fintech operators and strategists, works closely with founders to develop meaningful BD opportunities, optimizing access to hard-to-enter financial networks. Vesey encourages early engagement from startups, valuing warm introductions through its network but remaining open to bold founders reaching out directly. With a collaborative, strategy-driven model, Vesey Ventures is dedicated to fostering transformative financial solutions that address real-world needs and empower future financial ecosystems.

VestedWorld is a Chicago-based venture capital firm focused on catalyzing growth in emerging markets, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Founded with a mission to drive sustainable economic development, VestedWorld invests in early-stage companies across sectors such as agribusiness, consumer products, and technology-enabled services. The firm's strategy emphasizes identifying high-growth potential businesses that can create significant economic and social impact in regions often overlooked by traditional investors. VestedWorld operates with a strong belief that the most effective way to alleviate poverty is through economic development. By channeling capital into promising startups in countries like Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana, the firm aims to foster entrepreneurship, create meaningful jobs, and support the broader economic ecosystem. VestedWorld's approach is not just about providing financial returns to its investors, but also about contributing to the overall prosperity and stability of the regions it invests in. The firm’s leadership, including Managing Director Euler Bropleh, brings extensive experience in both venture capital and emerging markets. They maintain a hands-on approach, working closely with portfolio companies to help them scale and succeed in challenging environments. VestedWorld's impact-driven investment model allows investors to "do well by doing good," aligning financial success with positive social outcomes. With a clear focus on sectors critical to economic development, such as agriculture and technology, VestedWorld is committed to making a transformative impact in some of the world's fastest-growing but undercapitalized markets.

Vestigo Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, that focuses on fintech startups. Founded by David Blundin, Mark Casady, and Ian Sheridan, the firm aims to support transformative innovations in financial technology. Vestigo Ventures manages Fund I with $58.9 million, concentrating on market structures, operational solutions, worksite management, and personal wealth management. The firm leverages its connection with Cogo Labs, a data-driven startup incubator, to provide extensive support to its portfolio companies. Vestigo Ventures has invested in notable startups like Digital Assets Data, LifeYield, and Micronotes. The team includes experienced professionals like Managing Partner Mike Nugent and Partner Frazer Anderson, who bring a wealth of expertise in fintech and venture capital. Vestigo Ventures’ strategic limited partners comprise corporate investors from the insurance and asset management sectors, family offices, and individual investors from the financial services industry. This diverse LP base provides portfolio companies with invaluable industry insights and operational experience. Overall, Vestigo Ventures stands out for its focused investment strategy in fintech and its commitment to accelerating the growth of early-stage companies through data-driven insights and strong industry connections.

Vibe Capital is a venture fund founded by Ankur Nagpal, known for its focus on early-stage investments in technology-driven startups. The fund's strategy is centered on identifying and supporting innovative companies, particularly those in emerging markets like India, Brazil, and across Africa, reflecting a belief in the transformative power of venture capital in these rapidly growing regions. Vibe Capital has raised two funds so far: the first at $12 million and the second at $70 million, with a significant portion of investments directed outside the U.S. The fund targets sectors like AI, Web3, and deep tech, emphasizing a proactive approach to wellness, financial innovation, and entrepreneurship-enabling platforms. What sets Vibe Capital apart is its no-management-fee structure, ensuring that all raised capital is directed into startups, with a third of the fund's capital coming from the founders themselves. The fund is particularly attractive to entrepreneurs due to the hands-on experience of its team, who are all former founders and operators, providing invaluable support in growth, marketing, and go-to-market strategies. The fund’s network is another strong point, with ties to prominent investors and firms like Bessemer and General Catalyst, offering startups crucial connections for future fundraising.

VilCap Investments, founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, focuses on early-stage impact investing, backing companies that address pressing social and environmental challenges. Their portfolio spans various sectors, including health, education, energy, agriculture, and financial services. Notable investments include Bodhi Health Education, Certintell, Constant Therapy, and iKure in the health sector, and MPOWER Financing, Nepris, and Pear Deck in education. VilCap's investment strategy is deeply rooted in impact, aiming to create long-term prosperity and equity. They typically invest in seed and early-stage companies, with a preference for those that align with their mission of fostering social and environmental change. VilCap Investments often collaborates with Village Capital’s accelerator programs to find and fund innovative entrepreneurs. The firm’s geographic focus includes the United States, India, Africa, and Latin America, reflecting their commitment to global impact. Their investments range from $150,000 to $500,000 in follow-on funding, emphasizing support for high-performing companies. Key team members include Michael Davis, Managing Director, and Victoria Fram, co-founder and advisor. VilCap prefers to be approached through their network, leveraging connections to identify potential investments that align with their values and impact goals​. For startups aiming to engage with VilCap, highlighting a strong alignment with social and environmental impact, alongside a solid business model, will be crucial. Their unique approach blends financial support with strategic guidance to ensure long-term success and sustainability.

Village Global is an early-stage venture capital firm that leverages a robust network of luminary investors to back innovative entrepreneurs from the very start. Based in San Francisco, the firm has garnered support from tech giants like Jeff Bezos, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, and Reid Hoffman, who also serves as the firm's Chairman​. Village Global focuses on a wide array of industries, including fintech, health, consumer, and enterprise technology. Their portfolio boasts successful investments in companies such as Kapwing, Pogo, and Stitch, highlighting their commitment to backing transformative and high-potential startups​. The firm's investment strategy involves leading pre-seed and seed funding rounds, typically writing checks between $250,000 and $1.5 million. Village Global is noted for its network-centric approach, offering unparalleled access to mentors, follow-on funding, and strategic advice from some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs​. With over $500 million in assets under management, Village Global's team includes influential figures like Anne Dwane and Ben Casnocha, who actively support their portfolio companies through hands-on guidance and connections. For startups looking to partner with Village Global, demonstrating a bold vision and the potential for significant impact is crucial. The firm's unique network-driven model provides startups with the resources and support needed to accelerate their growth from day one.

VinaCapital Ventures is the technology venture capital platform of VinaCapital Group, one of Vietnam's largest investment and wealth management firms. Launched in August 2018 from Ho Chi Minh City as a strategic partnership with Korea's Mirae Asset Capital and Naver, VinaCapital Ventures was structured as an evergreen $100M Vietnam-focused investment platform seeded directly by VinaCapital Group. The firm is co-led by VinaCapital Group's founding partner Don Lam, who has worked in Vietnam since the early 2000s and grew VinaCapital from a single $10M fund vehicle in 2003 into one of Southeast Asia's leading investment management franchises, and it is willing to lead. The deal team includes long-time Vietnam veteran Brook Taylor, formerly deputy managing partner of Deloitte in Vietnam, Partner Trung Hoang and Vice President Richard Han. The thesis is laser-focused on Vietnamese and broader Southeast Asian technology businesses that use asset-light, tech-enabled solutions to digitize and resolve inefficiencies in traditional industries: proptech, fintech, e-commerce and digital marketplaces, social commerce, agritech and food, edtech, healthtech, AI and SaaS. Fund 2, and a planned VinaCapital Ventures Growth Fund, target growth-stage deployments. Across approximately 35 disclosed portfolio investments, named names include livestream-commerce platform GoStream, proptech Homebase, B2B agritech Koina, digital rewards platform UrBox, facial-recognition fintech Wee Digital, video-conferencing platform Quickom and food-products company Innohas, its most recent reported investment in July 2024. Backed by one of Vietnam's largest investment firms, VinaCapital Ventures digitizes traditional industries across Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

Vine Ventures, founded in 2019 by Ryan Zurrer, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with a strong focus on early-stage investments in the life sciences and technology sectors. The firm has a particular interest in innovative solutions for mental health and wellness, emphasizing the development of psychedelic therapies and healthcare technology systems. Notable investments from Vine Ventures include companies like Alto Neuroscience, which recently went public, and Kocomo, a proptech startup based in Mexico City. Vine Ventures has also backed Remepy, Lykos Therapeutics, and Necto, demonstrating their commitment to advancing healthcare and financial software solutions. Geographically, Vine Ventures invests in the U.S., Latin America, and Israel, reflecting their global reach and diversified portfolio. Their strategic approach involves leading funding rounds and providing substantial support to help startups scale and achieve significant milestones​. The Vine Ventures team boasts experienced professionals like Daniel Tarockoff and Ozan Polat, based in San Francisco and Zurich respectively. Ryan Zurrer, the founder, has a robust background in venture investing and entrepreneurship, particularly in the renewable energy and blockchain sectors. This diverse expertise allows the firm to offer valuable insights and hands-on support to their portfolio companies​. For startups aiming to collaborate with Vine Ventures, it's essential to present innovative, scalable solutions that align with their focus areas. Direct, concise pitches that demonstrate clear market potential and strategic fit are highly valued by the firm. By fostering a collaborative environment and leveraging their extensive network, Vine Ventures continues to drive impactful advancements in the health and wellness sectors.

Visible Hands is a pre-seed venture capital fund and accelerator dedicated to supporting underrepresented founders, particularly women and people of color, in building successful tech startups. Founded in 2020, Visible Hands offers a 14-week accelerator program that provides founders with up to $200,000 in funding, alongside comprehensive company-building services. The program focuses on helping founders navigate the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey by offering tailored support, including branding, sales coaching, and mentorship. Visible Hands has gained a strong reputation for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, investing in founders who have often been overlooked by traditional VC firms. The firm's portfolio includes a diverse range of startups, with a significant percentage of its founders identifying as Black, African American, and Latinx. The fund recently closed an oversubscribed Fund I at $10.5 million, reflecting the growing interest in its mission and approach. Visible Hands also runs city-specific fellowship programs, such as VHNYC in New York and VHBOS in Boston, which focus on local, early-stage entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds. The firm's impact-driven approach not only aims to generate financial returns but also to create meaningful social change by empowering underrepresented founders to succeed in the tech industry.

Visible Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies, emphasizing human-centric solutions that drive significant cultural and economic outcomes. Their investment strategy focuses on supporting innovative startups across various sectors, including health, education, fintech, and consumer products. They are particularly committed to championing underrepresented founders, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The firm's portfolio includes notable companies such as Illumix, an augmented reality platform; Ello, a social network for creative communities; Recurate, a recommerce platform for brands; and WaitWhat, a media invention company. Visible Ventures provides not only capital but also strategic guidance, operational support, and a robust network to help their portfolio companies scale and succeed. The team at Visible Ventures consists of experienced investors, operators, and advisors dedicated to supporting early-stage companies and helping them achieve their goals.

Vision Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm with a focus on supporting bold entrepreneurs across various sectors, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). The fund's portfolio spans industries such as AI, SaaS, HR tech, and robotics, featuring notable investments like Sloneek, Airvolute, and BiteBerry. These companies exemplify Vision’s focus on innovation, automation, and simplifying business operations globally. Vision Ventures primarily invests in pre-seed and seed rounds, with an average check size of up to EUR 1.6 million. The firm seeks startups with the potential to scale globally, providing not only financial backing but also strategic advice on growth and market positioning. Vision Ventures takes a hands-on approach, often helping with product development and strategic decisions. Geographically, Vision Ventures is rooted in Slovakia, but their investments and partnerships are spread across Europe, with an increasing interest in global opportunities. Founders should approach Vision Ventures with a clear market strategy and scalability plan, as they highly value data-driven growth models and visionary leadership. The team, led by serial entrepreneur Tomáš Bél, is known for its strong business acumen and deep experience in various industries, making them a reliable partner for navigating the complexities of early-stage growth. In short, Vision Ventures offers much more than capital—they are deeply involved in guiding companies to success, offering expertise across finance, technology, and market development.

VITALIZE Venture Capital, founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, focuses on early-stage investments in WorkTech, emphasizing people-first, data-driven innovations that transform work outcomes. Their portfolio includes a range of companies like Plumb, Mobly, and Lucia, operating in diverse sectors such as software development, productivity tools, and information services. Led by founder Gale Wilkinson, the team also includes Justin Gordon and Caroline Casson, who bring extensive experience in venture capital and startup incubation. VITALIZE supports startups through its $23.4M Fund II and a community of over 500 angel investors, offering capital and strategic guidance. The firm is committed to fostering diversity, with 70% of their angel investors coming from underrepresented backgrounds. VITALIZE Angels, their angel investing arm, allows both accredited and non-accredited investors to participate, promoting broad access to venture capital opportunities.

VMG Partners is a leading investment firm specializing in consumer products and technology, with a focus on scaling visionary brands. Based in San Francisco, VMG has been active since 2005, and is well-known for its hands-on approach to supporting entrepreneurs. The firm has invested in prominent brands like Kosas, Briogeo, and The Honey Pot, helping them grow into household names. VMG primarily targets consumer industries including food and beverage, personal care, and pet products, alongside emerging tech in marketing and software sectors. While based in the U.S., their portfolio spans internationally. They typically invest in companies with strong brand identities and innovation pipelines, focusing on late-stage growth and early-stage opportunities. Their investment strategy emphasizes long-term partnerships with a focus on brand DNA and sustainability. VMG offers both capital and operational expertise, ensuring their companies are prepared for both success and challenges. They prefer to lead rounds but are open to co-investing, with typical check sizes varying depending on the company’s stage. The team includes seasoned experts like Wayne Wu and Carle Stenmark, based in San Francisco, who bring a wealth of experience in scaling consumer brands. VMG is committed to diversity and responsible investing, pushing for sustainability and inclusivity across its portfolio. Entrepreneurs are encouraged to reach out through direct channels, as VMG prides itself on being accessible to changemakers.

Volt Capital is a San Francisco-based, crypto-native venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Soona Amhaz. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, specifically targeting pre-seed and seed rounds in the blockchain, Web3, and cryptocurrency sectors. Volt is known for its technical expertise and hands-on approach, often partnering closely with founders to help scale their networks and ecosystems. The firm’s portfolio features notable companies like Nansen, Magic Eden, LayerZero, and Sound, all of which are shaping the future of decentralized technologies. Volt Capital typically invests with check sizes ranging from $100K to $1M, offering more than just capital—they provide operational support through Volt Labs, helping startups with product architecture, liquidity provisioning, and market cycle navigation. Volt Capital has backing from industry heavyweights, including Marc Andreessen and Chris Dixon from a16z, as well as Elad Gil and Balaji Srinivasan. Their deep network and commitment to technical innovation have made them a key player in the crypto and Web3 investment landscape​.

Volta Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Gent, Belgium, primarily investing in early-stage B2B software startups across the Benelux region (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg). Founded in 2014, Volta focuses on companies in sectors such as FinTech, PropTech, and HealthTech, with a strong emphasis on recurring revenue models and scalable business solutions. The firm typically invests between €300K and €2 million during initial funding rounds and provides follow-on funding up to €7 million. Volta Ventures has a reputation for being actively involved with its portfolio companies, offering operational guidance, strategic advice, and leveraging its extensive network to help startups grow and succeed. Notable portfolio companies include Cashforce (a cash forecasting platform) and Keyrock (a liquidity provider in financial markets). Volta is known for its hands-on approach and long-term commitment to its companies, often co-investing alongside other funds to ensure ongoing support throughout multiple funding rounds. With offices in Amsterdam and Gent, Volta Ventures is a key player in the European startup ecosystem, driving innovation in enterprise software.

Voltage Ventures is a Berlin-headquartered early-stage venture capital fund founded in 2016 with sector expertise in advertising technology, digital media and broader B2B software. The firm supports its portfolio companies with capital, operator advice, and a Berlin-anchored adtech and e-commerce network at the pre-seed and seed stage, with a stated preference for German and broader European founders alongside selective US activity, generally as a co-investor. Its investment categories cover adtech, business and productivity SaaS, software development tooling, and digital commerce infrastructure. Across approximately 30 disclosed investments to date the firm has produced at least one acquisition exit. Named portfolio companies include McMakler, a Berlin-headquartered online residential real-estate broker that has scaled to multiple-hundreds of millions in transaction volume and Voltage Ventures' most recent reported investment in June 2019, Vamp, a Sydney-headquartered creator-marketing software platform serving global brands, and Reaction Commerce, an open-source commerce platform later acquired by Mailchimp. Specific founder names, current team, fund size, average check size and AUM are not publicly disclosed in standard venture databases, and publicly tracked deal activity has been quiet since 2019, suggesting the firm is currently operating from its existing portfolio rather than actively deploying into new investments. By pairing capital with operator advice and a Berlin adtech and e-commerce network, Voltage Ventures backed early-stage advertising-technology, digital-media and B2B software founders across Germany, Europe and selectively the US, building a portfolio anchored in marketing and commerce infrastructure.

Vorwerk Ventures is an independent €150 million venture capital fund based in Berlin, with a strong focus on consumer-centric businesses and digital technologies. Originally grown out of the Vorwerk Group in 2019, the firm invests in early-stage companies, typically from pre-seed to Series A, with check sizes ranging from €500,000 to €10 million. They emphasize sectors such as consumer goods, fintech, and health tech, with a focus on companies that are innovating in the digitalization of traditional industries. Vorwerk Ventures has an impressive track record, including investments in companies like HelloFresh, Flaschenpost, Everdrop, and Zapp. They not only provide capital but also offer extensive support in business development, strategy, and operations to help their portfolio companies grow. Their investment approach focuses on finding strong founding teams and consumer-centric business models that target substantial markets. As part of their strategy, Vorwerk Ventures reserves up to €15 million for follow-on financing rounds to ensure continuous support for high-potential companies.

Voyage Ventures, now operating under the name Carta Ventures, Inc., is the wholly-owned venture capital subsidiary of Tokyo-headquartered Carta Holdings, the publicly listed digital media and advertising technology group formerly known as Voyage Group and originally founded in the late 1990s as EC Navi. The venture vehicle itself was incorporated on March 25, 2011 as EC Navi Ventures Inc. to make minority-equity investments in internet and mobile-internet startups; it was rebranded to Voyage Ventures alongside the parent's Voyage Group rebrand, and subsequently to Carta Ventures when the parent became Carta Holdings. Carta Holdings has itself become part of a broader Japanese media ecosystem, operating under the influence of Japanese digital advertising and telecom strategic parents and with Dentsu in its ownership chain. The fund focuses on seed and early-stage Japan, China and other Asian internet and mobile-internet businesses, with adjacent activity in consumer, retail and enterprise software, generally as a co-investor. Ticket sizes are intentionally small at roughly JPY 1 million to JPY 10 million, consistent with a corporate seed program rather than a leading institutional fund. Across approximately 36 disclosed portfolio investments as of March 2020 the firm has produced 4 IPOs and 1 acquisition, with named exits including knowledge marketplace coconala, manga and IP platform TORICO, and Breaker. The investment team is intentionally small at three partners working closely with Carta Holdings' broader advertising-technology businesses for strategic alignment. As Carta Holdings' corporate seed program, Voyage Ventures backs early-stage Asian internet and mobile founders.

Voyager Capital, based in Seattle, is a leading venture capital firm with over $520 million under management. Since its founding in 1997, Voyager has focused on early-stage B2B startups, particularly in software, cloud infrastructure, and big data applications. The firm targets investments in the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada, emphasizing regions such as Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Alberta. Voyager Capital has raised $100 million for its latest fund, aimed at supporting 15 to 20 startups across these regions. This fund continues Voyager's tradition of backing innovative companies, with notable portfolio successes including Zipwhip, acquired by Twilio, and Yapta, acquired by Coupa Software. The firm is led by a seasoned team of investors, including co-founder and managing director Bill McAleer, Erik Benson, Diane Fraiman, and James Newell. Their investment strategy is entrepreneur-centric, providing not just financial support but also extensive mentorship and networking opportunities to help startups scale efficiently and effectively. Voyager Capital stands out for its commitment to the Pacific Northwest's burgeoning tech ecosystem, leveraging its deep connections and regional focus to drive substantial growth and innovation in its portfolio companies.

VSC Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, founded by Vijay Chattha and Jay Kapoor. The firm leverages its 20+ years of experience in public relations to offer a unique blend of investment and storytelling expertise. VSC Ventures specializes in Seed and Series A investments, focusing on three main sectors: the future of work, wellness and bio, and world-saving climate technology. VSC Ventures differentiates itself by using its storytelling capabilities to help portfolio companies gain visibility with customers, investors, and employees. With a $21 million fund, the firm has already made significant investments in startups like Sesame Solar, Graphwear, Pepper Bio, and Goodcall. Their strategy is to provide both capital and communications support to help startups scale and stand out in an increasingly competitive market. In addition to financial backing, VSC Ventures works closely with founders to refine their messaging, go-to-market strategies, and media presence. This hands-on approach has proven successful for startups that benefit from their comprehensive media and PR expertise alongside traditional venture capital support.

VTF Capital, also known as VegasTechFund, is a venture capital firm focused on the future of commerce. Based in Las Vegas, VTF Capital targets pre-seed and seed-stage investments, typically investing $200,000 to $1 million. The firm manages $48 million in assets and emphasizes operational involvement, working closely with portfolio companies to help them scale and achieve their goals. VTF Capital's investment focus includes commerce technology, digital brands, and pre-consumer logistics. They seek out companies that generate revenue and solve significant problems within their industries. The firm avoids investments in gambling, gaming, or nightlife entertainment, and prefers startups with technically-minded teams that have developed and sold a minimum viable product (MVP). The leadership team includes Managing Partner Zach Ware, General Partner Will Young, and General Partner Tony Hsieh, among others. The team brings a wealth of experience from previous roles at companies like Zappos and various startups, providing valuable insights and guidance to their portfolio companies.

Wa’ed Ventures is a $500 million venture capital fund established by Saudi Aramco to promote innovation and economic diversification in Saudi Arabia. The fund focuses on investing in tech-based startups, particularly those involved in sustainability, digitalization, and social impact. Its portfolio includes companies such as Red Sea Farms, which develops sustainable agricultural technology for harsh environments, and Mighty Buildings, a leader in modular construction and 3D printing aimed at reducing housing shortages and environmental impact. Wa’ed Ventures primarily invests in early-stage and growth-stage startups, offering strategic guidance and funding. The average investment ranges between $2 million and $5 million, though the firm is also capable of supporting larger, later-stage investments. Its strategy aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to foster innovation that contributes to economic diversification, particularly in industries like fintech, logistics, AI, and health tech. Startups interested in partnering with Wa’ed Ventures should demonstrate clear scalability, robust technology, and a strong focus on sustainability. The firm prefers to lead funding rounds and plays a hands-on role in helping its portfolio companies navigate regulatory landscapes and market challenges. The team, led by experienced professionals from sectors like finance and technology, offers significant strategic support to help startups grow and succeed. Wa’ed Ventures is a crucial player in Saudi Arabia’s venture ecosystem, supporting the country's transformation into a tech-driven economy while aligning with global sustainability goals.

WAGMI Ventures is a global Web3-focused venture capital firm with a vast network of over 25,000 industry experts and executives. Since its inception, WAGMI Ventures has been actively investing in early-stage Web3 startups, deploying over $25 million across more than 100 companies worldwide. Their investment portfolio spans a wide range of innovative projects in blockchain, AI, fintech, and decentralized finance (DeFi). Notable portfolio companies include EigenLayer, PortalHQ, Balance, and Hydrogen Labs, among many others. The firm has also seen successful exits, solidifying its presence in the evolving Web3 ecosystem. WAGMI Ventures stands out for its community-driven approach, offering more than just capital. The firm leverages its extensive network to provide startups with strategic introductions, product feedback, and go-to-market strategies. The firm is highly regarded by its founders, with many citing the value of WAGMI's industry connections and hands-on support in areas like hiring, partnerships, and product development. Led by co-founder Paul Pesek, alongside a team of venture partners and strategic advisors, WAGMI Ventures aims to drive the mass adoption of Web3 technologies and foster innovation in decentralized ecosystems.

Walden Venture Capital, founded in 1974 and based in Woodside, California, focuses on early-stage investments, particularly within the digital media and cloud services sectors for consumers and enterprises. The firm often leads early institutional funding rounds after companies demonstrate significant progress with seed or angel capital. Walden's investment philosophy is centered around backing visionary founders and management teams that create products or services with mass-market potential. The firm has a notable portfolio that includes companies like Pandora, SoundHound, and TodayTix, and it actively supports its portfolio companies in building strong brands and scaling their customer base. Walden typically invests in sectors like media, AI, branded eCommerce, and cloud infrastructure, driving innovation by nurturing companies that push industry boundaries. Led by experienced managing partners like Larry Marcus and Matt Miller, Walden Venture Capital provides strategic guidance and active involvement to help its companies succeed in the long term. With a history of over 100 investments and numerous successful exits, Walden continues to be a prominent player in the venture capital landscape.

Wamda Capital is a leading venture capital firm focused on fostering entrepreneurship in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT) region. Established in 2014 by Fadi Ghandour, the founder of Aramex, Wamda has invested in over 100 startups, including notable names like Careem, Souq, and Mumzworld. These companies have been critical in shaping the tech ecosystem in the region, with Careem being one of its standout exits following its acquisition by Uber. Wamda Capital’s investment strategy is sector-agnostic, with a particular focus on technology and tech-enabled businesses. The firm typically invests in Seed to Series A rounds, but it also has a flexible approach through its evergreen investment structure, allowing for both early-stage and opportunistic investments. Its portfolio spans industries such as fintech, e-commerce, and digital health, with recent investments in companies like Tabby (fintech) and Insider (AI-based marketing). Wamda is headquartered in Dubai and is well-known for its hands-on approach, working closely with founders to provide strategic guidance, network connections, and access to growth capital. They emphasize scalability and innovation, making them a strong partner for startups aiming to expand across the MENA region. Led by experienced professionals like Fadi Ghandour and Fares Ghandour, Wamda Capital provides not only capital but also deep regional expertise, making it a pivotal player in the MENAT startup landscape.

Watertower Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund based in Los Angeles, California. The firm was founded by Derek Norton and Jeremy Milken, native Angelinos passionate about fostering the city's creative and entrepreneurial spirit. Watertower Ventures focuses on investing in industry-defining consumer technology and enterprise software companies, providing initial check sizes ranging from $250,000 to $1.5 million. They aim to lead or play a significant role in syndicates and reserve capital to support portfolio companies as they grow. Watertower Ventures is committed to a hands-on, collaborative approach, leveraging their extensive network of senior-level decision-makers in technology, internet, and media to help their portfolio companies succeed. They pride themselves on being available 24/7 and providing both capital and strategic support, including customer introductions and sales outreach. Their investment philosophy emphasizes a founder mentality and startup ethos, focusing on building long-term relationships with founders who share their values of integrity and ambition. The firm’s portfolio includes innovative companies like Wondery, Popshop Live, and PactFi, reflecting their diverse investment strategy.

Wave Capital, founded in 2017 and based in San Francisco, is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in companies that are building marketplaces. The firm was co-founded by Riley Newman, Sara Adler, and David Rosenthal, who bring deep expertise from their experiences at companies like Airbnb and Madrona Venture Group. Wave Capital’s investment strategy is heavily focused on backing startups at their earliest stages—often at the pre-seed and seed levels—where they help founders with everything from building their teams to finding product-market fit. This hands-on approach has positioned them as a key partner for marketplace startups, leveraging their strong networks within Silicon Valley to propel companies toward their Series A rounds and beyond. The firm’s portfolio is diverse, with investments in sectors ranging from blockchain and enterprise software to cleantech and e-commerce. Notable investments include companies like Locale, a food and grocery delivery platform, and Camus Energy, which focuses on renewable energy management systems. In total, Wave Capital has made 27 investments, with several successful exits, including Steady Health and Darwin Homes. Wave Capital’s team is known for its deep operational expertise and its ability to work closely with startups, offering more than just capital by being actively involved in guiding the companies they invest in​.

Wavelaunch VC is a New Delhi-headquartered global early-stage investment firm and three-month accelerator program founded in 2016 that backs founders 'solving difficult problems' at the pre-seed, seed and Series A stages. Despite its Indian operating base, Wavelaunch primarily deploys capital into US-based startups and runs two structured batches per calendar year, one from January to March and a second from June to August, combining a cohort experience with traditional equity investing. Tickets range from $500K to $4M for target ownership of 7 to 15%, and self-reported performance is an average 7.2x return multiple for early-stage investors; the firm generally participates as a co-investor. The fund is sector-agnostic with mandates spanning enterprise software, consumer internet, hardware, fintech, healthcare and beyond, and the disclosed portfolio touches more than two dozen sub-sectors. Headcount is small at approximately four people including two partners, with Arunav G. among the publicly visible team members. Standard databases track 42 disclosed portfolio companies, of which 20 are reported unicorns, alongside one IPO and twelve acquisitions, with marquee names including Indian fintech infrastructure platform Razorpay, social-commerce platform Meesho, and the iconic website builder Weebly, acquired by Square. The 3,000-plus figure cited on the firm's website refers to total applications and engaged founders across batches, not the equity portfolio. By combining a twice-yearly accelerator with traditional equity investing and focusing on US-based founders solving difficult problems, Wavelaunch VC has built an early-stage portfolio spanning fintech, consumer, hardware and healthcare.

Wavemaker Partners is a leading early-stage venture capital firm with dual headquarters in Los Angeles and Singapore. The firm focuses primarily on enterprise, deep tech, and sustainability startups, especially in Southeast Asia and Southern California. Since its founding in 2003, Wavemaker has raised over $600 million and invested in more than 400 companies globally. Key investments include Moka (acquired by Gojek), Wavecell (acquired by 8x8), and Red Dot Payment (acquired by PayU). In Southeast Asia, the firm has been involved with startups like GudangAda, a B2B marketplace, and Transcelestial, which focuses on laser communications. Wavemaker is known for its emphasis on fintech, enterprise software, and deep tech, backing startups that address critical market needs with scalable solutions. Typically leading early rounds, Wavemaker provides financial backing and strategic support, with a strong interest in sectors like AI, quantum computing, and sustainability. Its cross-border presence and active investment strategy make it a major player in the global venture capital landscape.

Waverley Capital is a venture capital firm focused on investing in and fostering innovation within the global media, entertainment, and sports industries, which collectively represent a market worth over $1 trillion. Founded by Edgar Bronfman Jr. and Daniel V. Leff, the firm leverages its deep industry expertise and extensive network of media and technology executives to partner with exceptional entrepreneurs. The firm's strategy is centered on identifying and investing in early to mid-stage companies that have the potential to become category-defining leaders. Waverley Capital has made notable investments in companies like FuboTV, Headspace, and Roku, which reflect its commitment to supporting transformative ventures in the media ecosystem. Waverley Capital is highly engaged with its portfolio companies, providing strategic and operational support to help them scale. The firm primarily invests in the United States but also explores opportunities globally, including in countries like Germany. With a team based in New York, Waverley Capital continues to build its reputation as a leader in media-focused venture capital.

Wedbush Ventures is an early-stage venture fund based in Southern California, launched in 2020 by Petra Griffith. The fund primarily focuses on investing in pre-seed and seed-stage companies, particularly those led by visionary entrepreneurs aiming to solve major market problems. With a strong operational and product-building background, Petra Griffith brings expertise from her time at companies like Netflix and Yahoo!, which helps the fund identify and nurture companies poised to redefine industries. Wedbush Ventures is committed to supporting innovation, especially in sectors like digital media, enterprise software, fintech, and healthcare. While the fund emphasizes startups in Southern California, it also backs companies across the U.S. The firm leverages its deep connections to Wedbush Capital and Wedbush Securities, offering portfolio companies access to extensive industry research and strategic guidance. The firm’s latest investments include companies like Glystn, a business productivity software startup, demonstrating their focus on transformative technologies.