Software & Apps VC Funds

Navigare Ventures, founded in 2021 and based in Stockholm, is an early-stage venture capital firm specializing in science-driven companies. As a subsidiary of Wallenberg Investments AB, Navigare Ventures focuses on deep tech sectors, including advanced computing, quantum technologies, synthetic biology, bio innovation, and data-driven life sciences. The firm is committed to investing in transformative technologies that have a strong industrial and societal impact. Navigare Ventures typically invests in Seed and Series A rounds, partnering closely with founders to support the growth and development of their companies. The firm has a robust portfolio that includes companies like Elypta, a startup developing metabolism-based liquid biopsy technology for cancer detection, and EnginZyme, which focuses on sustainable biomanufacturing. Their investment strategy is characterized by long-term partnerships, leveraging an extensive network of scientific and industrial expertise to help startups scale and succeed in their respective fields​.

Navigate Ventures is an early-growth stage venture capital firm founded in 2020 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, with offices in Los Angeles and London. The firm is built around a distinctive 'A Extension Round' thesis: it specializes in B2B enterprise SaaS companies outside Silicon Valley that have cleared early venture risk — proven product-market fit, a repeatable go-to-market motion, capital efficiency, and typically $2 million or more in ARR — but have not yet attracted the scale of growth capital their trajectory warrants. Navigate is led by Founder and Managing Partner Ivan Nikkhoo, whose partnership brings more than 130 combined years of investing, advising, and operating experience in enterprise software and has returned over $1 billion in shareholder value to LPs. The fund reports more than $600 million in assets under management and has made 45 investments, with 31 committed in the trailing three years. It writes initial checks of $3 million to $10 million, scaling to $10 million to $50 million in follow-on as portfolio companies grow. The portfolio clusters into enterprise applications, vertical SaaS, AI industry applications, and fintech. Notable companies include HealNow, an enterprise pharmacy customer-management and payments platform; Quincus, an AI orchestration platform for digital supply chain operations; and Zuub, a dental revenue cycle management solution. Navigate is also pioneering the application of AI across all four stages of the venture lifecycle: sourcing, diligence, portfolio management, and exit strategy. Navigate's core thesis is that the best enterprise SaaS opportunities are consistently overlooked because they are built outside the Bay Area. The firm's geographic and stage focus, paired with its deep operational network, allows it to identify and support market leaders that would otherwise be undercapitalized.

Navitas Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on transformative technology and innovation within the real estate and construction sectors. Founded with the mission of driving change in the built world, Navitas has successfully closed its third fund at $160 million, significantly exceeding its initial target. Navitas Capital backs founders who leverage AI, digitization, sustainability, and fintech to revolutionize their industries. The firm’s portfolio includes notable companies such as Matterport, Procore, and OpenSpace, all of which are leaders in applying technology to real estate and construction. Their investment strategy spans from seed to late-stage growth, emphasizing partnerships that align with their vision of transforming the built environment. Navitas provides more than just capital; they offer strategic support and access to a broad network, helping their portfolio companies scale and succeed. The firm's team, including co-founders Jim Pettit and Travis Putnam, brings deep industry expertise and a commitment to supporting innovative startups.

Naxicap Partners, a subsidiary of Natixis Private Equity, is a leading French private equity firm managing €6.7 billion in assets as of the end of 2022. The firm focuses on mid-cap buyouts and small-cap growth investments across diverse sectors including healthcare, technology, real estate, and business services. They are known for supporting companies with strong growth potential and stable business models, adapting their investment focus based on sectoral economic dynamics. Notable investments in Naxicap's portfolio include Advanced Accelerator Applications, a developer of molecular nuclear medicine theragnostics, and Alltub, a manufacturer of collapsible aluminum tubes. The firm has also seen successful exits such as the sale of Maxi Bazar to the Zouari family group and House of HR to Bain Capital. Naxicap has a strong commitment to ESG principles, having received the highest rating from the UN Principles for Responsible Investment for Strategy & Governance. They focus on incorporating ESG issues into their investment analyses and ownership policies, promoting sustainability within the investment industry.

Naya Ventures was founded in 2011 as a North Texas-based venture capital fund structured as 'entrepreneurs investing in entrepreneurs,' with an original mandate to bridge the US and India technology ecosystems. In 2020 the firm relaunched as Dallas Venture Capital (DVC), with Founder and Managing Director Dayakar Puskoor joined by Abidali Neemuchwala — former CEO and Managing Director of Wipro — as Venture Partner and co-founder. Headquartered in Irving, Texas, DVC operates a cross-border strategy with $130 million across two funds: the DVC USA Fund ($80 million) and DVC India Fund I ($50 million), both deployed over a four-to-five-year window. DVC concentrates on B2B SaaS companies in CloudOps, AI and MLOps, DevOps, DevSecOps, cybersecurity, data, IoT, and extended-reality infrastructure, writing $2 million to $10 million checks at seed, Series A, and early-growth stages. The firm leads rounds and delivers value-add through the 'DVC Advantage' model, guiding portfolio companies on business development, product strategy, and technology architecture. DVC has made 62 investments with a combined portfolio enterprise value exceeding $1 billion. Notable portfolio companies include Kore.ai, a conversational AI platform; CoreStack, a cloud governance platform whose $8.5 million Series A was led by DVC in March 2020 and which went on to raise a $30 million Series B in November 2021; Hyperverge; Felix Healthcare; and Altia Systems, which was acquired for $125 million. DVC's dual-fund structure gives it a structural edge in cross-border deals — deploying US capital into India-origin companies scaling globally, and India capital into US-founded companies expanding into one of the world's fastest-growing enterprise markets.

NCT Ventures is a Columbus, Ohio-based venture capital firm with roots going back to 1986, when Founder and Managing Partner Rich Langdale sold his car to invest $5,000 in Digital Storage — a wholesaler of computer supplies — before going on to raise $375 million in venture capital across less than two years. Today, NCT backs seed and early-stage technology companies disrupting major industries in underserved Midwest markets. The firm manages 5 funds and leads rounds, deploying $250,000 to $1 million in early stages and up to $5 million as portfolio companies scale. Langdale is joined by Partner Bill Frank. NCT has made approximately 43 investments across SaaS, healthcare technology, data analytics, and enterprise software. Notable portfolio companies include Healthy Roster, a sports training and EMR platform for physical therapists that has raised $6.97 million alongside Queen City Angels and Rev1 Ventures; iUNU, an AI-powered platform for greenhouse operations whose $7.5 million Series A NCT led alongside BootstrapLabs, with the company going on to raise its Series B in April 2025 and reach $69.7 million in total funding; SafeChain; PopCom; Buzz Solutions; DOmedia, NCT's most recent investment in December 2025; and Heureka Software. A recent exit is Kapow, acquired by Bizly in February 2025. NCT has developed the Ideas-to-Business Model in partnership with The Center for Entrepreneurship at The Ohio State University, providing an infrastructure for taking early-stage ideas to market through defined development phases. This institutional partnership gives NCT a distinctive pipeline in a region where early-stage capital has historically been scarce, and allows the firm to engage founders before most funds would consider writing a check.

Necessary Ventures is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage companies that address significant societal needs. The firm is led by Neil Devani, who brings extensive experience in both venture capital and entrepreneurship. Necessary Ventures primarily invests in companies across a range of sectors including health tech, financial services, biotechnology, and sustainability. Notable investments in their portfolio include Recursion Pharmaceuticals, a company revolutionizing drug discovery through advanced computational methods; Rubi Laboratories, which converts CO2 into sustainable textiles; and Andela, a tech talent training and employment platform. Additionally, they have backed Vicarious Surgical, which develops minimally invasive robotic surgery technology, and Wayve, an AI-driven autonomous vehicle company. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and support to help their portfolio companies scale and succeed. They emphasize a collaborative and empathetic partnership with founders, aiming to create long-term value and impact. Necessary Ventures has a strong presence in both the U.S. and international markets, with investments in various high-growth regions. They have co-invested with leading venture funds such as Y Combinator, Collaborative Fund, and Talis Capital, highlighting their integration into a robust network of investors.

NEM Ventures is the venture capital and investments arm of the NEM blockchain ecosystem, founded in 2018 and based in Gibraltar. The firm was created following a public community vote that mandated NEM Ventures to manage a pool of reserved funds and deploy them as strategic investments in projects aligned with NEM's ethos — specifically those building on NEM's NIS1 and Symbol blockchain protocols. NEM Ventures was led by Founder and General Partner Kailin O'Donnell and operated with a lean two-person team. The fund concentrated on seed and early-stage companies in the blockchain, cryptocurrency, and fintech sectors, with a geographic emphasis on New Zealand and Switzerland. Investment criteria prioritised projects with truly differentiated products, founders committed to advancing the blockchain ecosystem, and business models capable of generating positive net income in the medium term. NEM Ventures also ran the NEM Ignite Incubator Programme, a virtual incubator for early-stage companies building on NIS1 or Symbol that launched its first cohort in 2021. The firm made 9 disclosed investments. Notable portfolio companies include Techemy, a holding company for a blockchain and distributed-ledger enterprise ecosystem whose subsidiaries include Brave New Coin, Blockchain Labs, and Sphere Identity; Vimba, a cryptocurrency savings platform; StakeHound, which received a seed investment in January 2021; and SharpShark, a blockchain time-stamping platform for intellectual property protection and tokenisation. NEM Ventures' last disclosed investment was in early 2021, and the fund is now inactive. It remains a notable example of community-governed venture capital deployed to accelerate adoption of a specific blockchain ecosystem.

Neo is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, founded by Ali Partovi, with a strong emphasis on supporting the next generation of tech leaders. Launched in 2012, Neo invests primarily in early-stage startups, often serving as the first institutional investor for many high-growth companies. Neo focuses on industries like AI, consumer internet, and education, investing in startups that have the potential to drive significant innovation. Neo’s investment strategy is centered on a hands-on approach, offering both financial backing and access to a powerful network of industry leaders. With check sizes ranging from $100K to $5 million, Neo supports startups from seed through Series A stages. They also place a high value on mentorship, connecting founders with an elite community of experienced entrepreneurs, engineers, and executives who offer guidance throughout the startup journey. The firm's portfolio includes some of the most promising startups in the tech space, such as Gusto, Pachama, and Notion. Neo prides itself on fostering diversity and inclusion, believing that the best tech companies are built by teams from a variety of backgrounds. Led by Ali Partovi and supported by a team of seasoned investors and operators, Neo is committed to making a long-term impact in the startup ecosystem by focusing on companies that combine technological innovation with meaningful social impact.

NeoCarta Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, with additional offices in Menlo Park and Boston. The firm was co-founded by Thomas Naughton and Tony Pantuso, whose managing directors have collectively financed more than 80 private technology companies across their careers, with nearly half of those companies going public or being acquired. NeoCarta focuses on early-stage and later-stage companies developing technology infrastructure with significant market potential, bringing capital, operational experience, and strategic relationships to each partnership. The firm writes Series A, B, and C checks across enterprise applications, enterprise infrastructure, hardware, and consumer technology — with average round participation of $12.4 million at Series A, $14.9 million at Series B, and $25 million at Series C. NeoCarta built a portfolio of roughly 21 companies, producing 14 acquisitions and several IPOs. Notable portfolio companies include Meru Networks, a wireless communications platform; Narus, a network management and security software company; Cavium Networks, a semiconductor company acquired by Marvell; DataSynapse, a grid computing platform acquired by TIBCO; Everyday Health, a health media company that completed an IPO; Digital Guardian, an enterprise security platform; ZoomSystems, an automated retail technology provider; and P2 Energy Solutions. NeoCarta invests primarily in the United States, with one Canadian portfolio company, and has co-invested frequently with Sierra Ventures, Clearstone Venture Partners, and BlueStream Ventures. The firm's most recent disclosed investment was in Digital Guardian in May 2020, and it is now considered largely dormant. Its legacy represents a generation of enterprise and infrastructure investing from the dot-com era through the rise of cloud computing.

Neoteq Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2020 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, with a regional focus on the Rhineland. The firm was co-founded by Founding Partners B.J. Park and Simon Schneider, supported by a team of six that includes Clara Bergedieck as Platform Manager, Marie Hildebrand as Investment Analyst, and Jan Jeske as Investment Manager. Neoteq's mission is to support exceptional founding teams from the very beginning — investing from pre-seed through Series A into companies that can solve a relevant customer problem with a technology-led product and have the potential to become market leaders, regardless of industry. Neoteq leads rounds and writes checks of EUR 500,000 to EUR 3 million across AI and software, biotech, B2B SaaS, cleantech, and enterprise applications. The firm has invested in approximately 12 companies, with 4 new investments in the trailing 12 months as of late 2025. It demonstrably leads: the firm led Detechgene's EUR 3.2 million second seed round in August 2025, backing the biotech's 'PCR to Go' mobile molecular diagnostics platform, and led OMMM's seed round of approximately EUR 3.6 to 4.2 million for its AI planning software. NRW.Bank is a frequent co-investor, sharing three deals with Neoteq and underscoring the firm's deep integration with the North Rhine-Westphalian startup ecosystem. Neoteq emphasises long-term partnership over transactional investing, working alongside founders on product development, market entry, and team building from the earliest stages. The firm's Rhineland focus and proximity to Cologne's corporate industrial base gives it a distinctive sourcing advantage for B2B and deep-tech ventures emerging outside Germany's better-known startup hubs.

Neotribe Ventures, founded in 2017 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in breakthrough technologies across various sectors including applied artificial intelligence, biotech, enterprise infrastructure, and the internet of things. The firm targets early to growth-stage companies that are shaping the future through innovative solutions. Neotribe Ventures has made 98 investments with notable companies in its portfolio such as Energy Vault, Heliogen, and CipherTrace. The firm has achieved 17 exits, including significant companies like Robinhood, which went public in July 2021. Other successful exits include Pluribus Networks and ClearMotion. The firm is led by co-founders Swaroop Kolluri and Steven Bragonier, along with partners like Nitin Chopra and Neeraj Hablani. Neotribe Ventures manages nearly $450 million in assets across three funds, including the recent Ignite Fund, which focuses on growth-stage investments. Neotribe Ventures' strategy involves providing not just capital but also extensive support and resources to help their portfolio companies succeed. The firm's emphasis on deep technology and innovative solutions makes it a significant player in the venture capital landscape​.

Net Capital Ventures is an Israeli investment and advisory firm founded in 2017 and headquartered in Ramat Hasharon. The firm is backed by prominent Israeli family offices rather than institutional limited partners, which frees it from the time and size constraints typical of traditional funds and allows it to support portfolio companies from seed through exit and into later stages. Alongside equity investments, Net Capital Ventures provides full-service advisory on M&A and capital-raising transactions for innovative Israeli companies. The leadership team comprises Managing Partner Nir Dor, Partner and Legal Counsel Orit Lidor, and Partner Dan Naftali. The portfolio spans roughly 40 investments across a broad range of sectors. Healthtech holdings include SEEGNAL, EndoStream, Physimax, Wear2b, BioBetter, SOOS, and OvoTech. Media and entertainment investments include Shortical, a mobile streaming platform for short-form vertical dramas that received the firm's most recent investment in January 2026; VYBS; and MYPLAY Sport Video. Gaming positions include Play Perfect and Eldritch Foundry. The deep tech and security portfolio features TRACENSE, CYTORA, Interionet, and Waveguard, while consumer and commerce holdings include MYSTORE-E, Wenrix, Reeco, and Webpick. Other 2026 entries include VYBS and Play Perfect. Net Capital Ventures' family-office structure gives it a meaningful structural advantage: it can act opportunistically across rounds and stages without the constraints of a closed-end fund cycle, and it brings legal and M&A advisory capabilities in-house rather than routing founders to external advisors. The firm targets transformative, disruptive technologies addressing major global challenges and takes an active role in each portfolio relationship.

FMO, the Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank, has been fostering sustainable private sector growth in emerging markets since 1970. With a committed portfolio of €12.1 billion, FMO operates in over 85 countries, supporting initiatives that create jobs, improve living standards, and contribute to economic development. FMO's investment focus includes sectors such as energy, financial institutions, and agribusiness, food, and water. They finance long-term projects aimed at promoting low-carbon energy systems, enhancing food security, and making finance more sustainable and accessible. Notable initiatives include the Access to Energy Fund, which invests in renewable energy projects to expand access to clean energy in underserved regions, and the MASSIF fund, which promotes financial inclusion by supporting microfinance institutions. The bank's venture capital arm invests in tech and tech-enabled startups that improve access to goods and services for underserved populations. This includes investments in funds like Jungle Ventures III, focusing on early and growth-stage tech companies in Southeast Asia, and the E3 Low Carbon Economy Fund for Africa, which invests in early-stage low-carbon technologies and business models. FMO's unique position is bolstered by its ability to mobilize private party capital and its strategic partnerships with various financial institutions and development organizations globally. This approach allows FMO to take on challenging investments and share significant risks, opening up new markets and opportunities for other financiers.

Netrove Ventures Group is a regional venture capital and corporate finance advisory firm founded in 1999 and headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with additional offices in Hong Kong and Guangzhou, China. Operating under Netrove Partners Sdn Bhd, the firm serves clients and holds business interests across more than 25 countries spanning Asia, Europe, and the United States. The firm is anchored by Chairman and CEO Max Teh Kim Seng, an entrepreneur-executive with a regional operating background across China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Vietnam. Netrove appraises startups on business model and value proposition, regional scalability, and the strength and passion of the management team. The firm focuses on early and growth-stage venture investing and complements this with corporate finance advisory services, including strategic restructuring, fundraising, corporate turnarounds, and IPO and M&A advisory across the Asian region. The portfolio includes Galasys Technologies, an e-ticketing and theme-park management platform operating across Asia; Fruiti King, a premium gelato and popsicle producer in Malaysia; EAT Holding Corp, covering education and healthcare investments; Fifth Media, a Vietnam-focused mobile gaming and content business; Zapzap Math, an edtech platform; and CrowdPlus.asia, an equity-crowdfunding platform from which Netrove exited in November 2021 in Malaysia's first-ever equity-crowdfunding investor exit, selling its stake to an Australian financial services group after six years of holding. Netrove Ventures Group blends direct investment with advisory, giving it a differentiated view of capital formation, governance, and exit dynamics across Southeast Asia. Investment pace has been selective in recent years, consistent with the firm's long-hold, value-creation approach.

Network Ventures is a Chicago-based, Midwest-focused seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Founder and Managing Director Jeff Maters, who was previously the third employee at Pritzker Group Venture Capital — J.B. and Tony Pritzker's multi-stage fund — where he observed the emergence of the New York and Los Angeles startup ecosystems firsthand. That experience led Maters to conclude that Chicago and the Midwest had the raw entrepreneurial ingredients but lacked consistent early-stage capital. Network Ventures leads rounds and writes early checks — typically $100,000 to $1 million — into companies building network effects: marketplaces, networks, and platforms. The fund is deliberately concentrated, backing only a handful of companies each year to enable genuinely hands-on engagement with founders. As of early 2025 the portfolio spans 18 companies, with 2 new additions in the trailing twelve months. Notable portfolio companies include Pickleheads, a pickleball community platform that raised $2.5 million in a seed round in February 2025 with Network Ventures participating; UnVale, a social platform software company that received the firm's most recent first-time check in March 2025; Honeycomb Credit, a small-business community lending platform; Hunt Club, an expert-network recruiting marketplace; EarlyBird, a family financial-gifting fintech; ShipBob, an e-commerce fulfillment company; Lemonlight, a video marketing marketplace; and Parentaly, a parental-leave coaching platform. Network Ventures leverages its founder and investor community as a flywheel for introductions, advice, and reference networks. The firm's Midwest orientation is a feature rather than a constraint — it gives Network Ventures access to a consistent deal flow of capital-efficient, operationally grounded companies that attract less competition from coastal funds.

NEU Venture Capital, founded by Jerry Neumann in 2008, is a venture capital firm based in New York City. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in enterprise software, consumer software, mobile technologies, and internet-related ventures. NEU Venture Capital has made a total of 53 investments, showcasing a strong track record in backing innovative companies and helping them scale. Notable investments include Zipdrug, a company that raised $10.8 million in its diversity investment round, and Shortcut (formerly known as Clubhouse), a project management tool for software development teams. The firm has also seen significant exits, such as The Trade Desk, an advertising technology company that went public, and Percolate, a marketing software firm acquired by Seismic. NEU Venture Capital prides itself on its founder-friendly approach, often being the first institutional investor in many of its portfolio companies. This hands-on approach includes strategic guidance, networking opportunities, and support in achieving product-market fit, which has earned the firm a strong reputation among startup founders. Overall, NEU Venture Capital continues to play a significant role in the venture capital landscape by supporting early-stage technology companies and fostering their growth through strategic investments and active involvement.

Neulogy Ventures, established in 2014 and based in Bratislava, Slovakia, is a Luxembourg-regulated venture capital fund. The firm focuses on early-stage tech companies, particularly those operating in Slovakia and the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region. Neulogy Ventures manages €65 million in assets, with a diverse portfolio spread across 10 countries. The fund targets investments in sectors like media, cleantech, data analytics, productivity applications, medtech, infrastructure, fintech, security, 3D, e-commerce, and new energy. Neulogy Ventures aims to support mission-driven entrepreneurs with bold ideas that push technological frontiers, particularly those addressing climate change and healthcare challenges. Neulogy Ventures emphasizes a hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance, business development support, and fundraising assistance to its portfolio companies. The firm values long-term partnerships, prioritizing shared values and a collaborative approach over quick exits. Notable companies in Neulogy's portfolio include GA Drilling, GreenWay, and GroupSolver. The team, led by managing partners Christian Mandl and Jaroslav Luptak, brings extensive experience in entrepreneurship, fundraising, and business development, ensuring robust support for their investees.

Neva SGR, founded in 2020, is the venture capital arm of Intesa Sanpaolo Group, one of Italy's largest banking institutions. Based in Turin, Neva focuses on investing in technology-driven companies at various stages, from seed to Series C. The firm is sector-agnostic but leans heavily towards fintech, deeptech, ESG transition technologies, and core tech innovations. With two main funds—Neva First and Neva First Italia—the firm targets both Italian and international startups. Neva First focuses on global opportunities, with a minimum of 30% invested in Italian companies, while Neva First Italia co-invests with a more localized emphasis on Italian startups. The funds have a combined budget of around €500 million, with an average ticket size of €4-10 million per investment. Neva SGR is particularly active in life sciences and deeptech, with notable portfolio companies including D-Orbit in space logistics and Tr1X, a biotech firm focused on autoimmune therapies. The firm’s mission is to foster innovation that addresses global challenges while boosting the Italian and European tech ecosystems.

NevCaut Ventures is a dynamic venture capital firm established in 2021 and headquartered in Irvine, California. Focused primarily on FinTech, NevCaut invests in pre-seed, seed, and Series A companies that are pushing the boundaries of financial technology to foster inclusivity and innovation. The firm prides itself on its ability to provide more than just capital, leveraging deep regulatory expertise and extensive networks in financial services to help startups navigate complex regulatory landscapes and scale effectively. With a portfolio that includes prominent companies like Upgrade, FairPlay, and Synctera, NevCaut Ventures targets businesses that offer solutions in financial services, business productivity software, and compliance management. The firm’s average investment ranges from seed rounds to early Series A funding, with several of its portfolio companies advancing to unicorn or "soonicorn" status. The leadership team, led by co-founders Dan Quan and Erik Brue, brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors. Dan Quan, a former senior advisor at the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), played a significant role in driving fintech innovation and regulatory adaptation in the U.S. Meanwhile, Erik Brue offers deep expertise in data and technology, stemming from his extensive experience in company management and founding ventures. NevCaut's mission is to support ambitious founders who are creating impactful financial solutions for a more inclusive world, making it a key player in the rapidly evolving fintech landscape.

New Age Capital, founded in 2016 by Ivan Alo and LaDante McMillon, is a New York-based venture capital firm focusing on seed-stage investments in tech and tech-enabled startups led by Black and Latino entrepreneurs. The firm aims to bridge the funding gap for underrepresented founders by providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and access to a robust network of investors and partners. The firm typically invests between $850,000 and $1 million per company, targeting an ownership stake of 10-15%. New Age Capital prefers to lead funding rounds and maintains a hands-on approach, fostering long-term relationships with founders well in advance of their capital needs. This strategy allows the firm to provide tangible value and support through various growth stages. New Age Capital's portfolio includes a diverse array of companies such as Myavana, a personalized hair care recommendation platform; PredictionStrike, a sports stock market; and Navigate Maternity, which uses data to support prenatal and postpartum care. The firm's emphasis on authenticity, empathy, and transparency has positioned it as a trusted partner for founders from historically underfunded communities. By focusing on capital-efficient, high-potential startups in large and fragmented markets, New Age Capital aims to generate outsized returns while driving significant impact in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

NAV.VC, formerly known as New Atlantic Ventures, is a venture capital firm based in Reston, Virginia. Founded in 1999, the firm has a strong focus on investing in seed and early-stage companies, particularly those operating in the technology sector. NAV.VC’s investment strategy centers around emerging and disruptive consumer trends, with key sectors including cybersecurity, digital health, fintech, e-commerce, education technology, and advertising technology. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, working closely with portfolio companies to help them navigate the challenges of early growth and scale their operations effectively. NAV.VC leverages its extensive network and deep industry expertise to provide strategic guidance, mentoring, and support to its portfolio companies, aiming to drive their success in highly competitive markets. NAV.VC’s portfolio features a diverse range of companies that are at the forefront of innovation in their respective fields. The firm has a track record of identifying promising startups with the potential to disrupt traditional industries and create significant value for both customers and investors. By investing in companies that align with emerging market trends, NAV.VC positions itself as a forward-thinking venture capital firm that is deeply committed to fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of tech entrepreneurs.

New Enterprise Associates (NEA) is a global venture capital firm with a storied history of supporting innovative businesses. Founded in 1977, NEA manages over $25 billion in assets and invests across all stages of a company's lifecycle, from seed stage to IPO. The firm has a diverse portfolio that spans technology and healthcare sectors. NEA's notable investments include companies like 23andMe, Coursera, Robinhood, and Uber, highlighting their focus on transformational businesses. They have facilitated over 270 IPOs and more than 450 mergers and acquisitions, underscoring their impact on the market. The firm operates from key locations in Menlo Park, California, and New York City, but their investment reach is global, covering North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond. NEA's strategy involves not just funding but also actively mentoring and supporting their portfolio companies through various stages of growth. Recently, NEA closed on two new funds totaling $6.2 billion, the largest in the firm's history, aimed at early-stage and growth-stage investments in sectors like enterprise tech, fintech, digital health, and life sciences. This reflects NEA’s commitment to driving innovation and supporting founders with the capital and expertise needed to build successful companies.

New Form Capital, established in 2019 and based in New York City, is a venture capital firm focused on the intersection of blockchain technology, capital markets, and financial data. The firm exclusively backs early-stage startups, with a strong emphasis on decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain infrastructure. New Form has made over 30 investments, supporting companies developing blockchain-driven financial services that aim to reduce inefficiencies and create new market opportunities. New Form typically writes its first checks during pre-seed and seed rounds, and its portfolio includes key players like Compound Finance and Blockfolio, which highlight the firm's deep expertise in decentralized finance. New Form leverages its extensive network of traditional finance institutions and fintech innovators to help its portfolio companies scale rapidly, providing both strategic guidance and connections to talent and follow-on capital. The firm’s founder and general partner, Alex Marinier, previously worked at DCM Ventures and Blackstone, bringing significant institutional investing experience to the table. Alongside a team of experts from venture capital, trading, and private equity, New Form positions itself as a key player in building the future of financial systems using blockchain​.

New Ground Ventures (NGV) is an early-stage, generalist venture capital firm founded in 2011 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California. The firm is one of the most active early-stage investors of the past decade, having funded roughly 145 companies since inception with more than 139 disclosed investments and 20 portfolio exits on record. NGV's portfolio clusters into three broad categories: software, consumer, and deep tech, spanning education, financial services, food and consumer brands, health, and enterprise software. The firm has raised at least two funds and operates with a small, highly experienced team anchored by Zac, who previously led the Principal Finance business at Silver Point Capital and was a partner there before co-founding NGV, and Anthony, formerly a managing director at Reservoir Capital focused on financial services, healthcare, and cleantech investments, and earlier an investor at Bain Capital Credit. NGV typically invests at pre-seed, seed, and Series A with checks of $100,000 to $3 million, running an efficient but rigorous diligence process focused on team quality, product and technology differentiation, unit economics, and cash flow relative to capital needs. The firm's flagship recent exit is Spindrift, the sparkling-water brand acquired by Gryphon Investors for a reported $650 million or more in January 2025. NGV's generalist posture is intentional — the firm believes that the characteristics that make a company an exceptional early-stage investment transcend sector, and that a flexible mandate allows it to follow conviction wherever the data leads. Operations are managed by Suzy, who oversees fund administration, investor reporting, and portfolio monitoring.

NLV Partners, founded in 2005, is a leading venture capital firm focused on revolutionizing healthcare. With notable investments in companies like CRISPR Therapeutics, Akili Interactive Labs, and iRhythm Technologies, NLV Partners targets biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, medical devices, and healthcare IT. Their portfolio boasts 30 billion-dollar companies and numerous successful exits, reflecting their impact in the industry. Geographically, NLV Partners concentrates on the United States, partnering with businesses from startup stages to public offerings. Their investment strategy involves backing visionary teams and disruptive healthcare technologies. They aim to develop commercially attractive and clinically important healthcare solutions, leveraging decades of experience and deep domain expertise to navigate the complex healthcare landscape. NLV Partners typically leads investment rounds, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance. They prefer to be approached through well-prepared pitches that clearly demonstrate the potential for clinical and commercial success. The fund's average check size varies, tailored to the needs of each investment. The team includes co-founders Ron Hunt and Vijay Lathi, based in New York and Menlo Park respectively. Both bring extensive experience in healthcare investments and have been instrumental in shaping the firm's strategic direction. For startups seeking a partner with profound industry knowledge and a track record of success, NLV Partners stands out as a pivotal ally in the healthcare sector.

New Markets Venture Partners (NMVC) is a leading edtech and workforce-technology venture capital firm founded in 2002 and based in Fulton, Maryland, in the Washington D.C. metro area. The firm was co-founded by Mark Grovic, Donald Spero, and Robb Doub, with Jason Palmer now serving as General Partner alongside Grovic. NMVC is a growth-stage, double-bottom-line investor focused on scaling transformative technology companies that improve education and workforce outcomes while generating strong financial returns. The current fund is approximately $68 million, and the firm leads rounds — most recently leading FamilyWell Health's $8 million Series A alongside .406 Ventures in 2025. NMVC typically writes checks of $100,000 to $5 million at Series A and Series B, targeting companies that have demonstrated product-market fit. Over more than 20 years and roughly 67 core investments, the team has generated $3.3 billion in enterprise value, impacted more than 75 million lives including 38 million at-risk learners and 28 million adult learners, and completed 21 realized exits including 1 IPO and 30 acquisitions — notable exits include PowerSchool, Galvanize, and Kroll Bond Rating Agency. Three portfolio companies — Mursion, Noodle, and Orijin — made Time magazine's Top EdTech Companies list. Recent new investments include KidzToPros (Series B, February 2025), FamilyWell Health, and Knack. NMVC's Advisory Board, led by Amy Kardel, brings together more than 30 education and workforce operators and thought leaders. The firm's two-decade track record in a sector that demands both mission alignment and financial discipline makes it one of the most credentialed edtech investors in the United States.

New North Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in technologies critical to national security and economic resilience. Founded in 2019, the firm specializes in sectors like AI/ML decision-making, cybersecurity, and technologies designed to combat misinformation. New North Ventures is dedicated to supporting companies at the intersection of defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure, with the goal of advancing innovations that align with the national interests of the U.S. and its allies. Their investment strategy typically targets companies from Pre-Seed to Series A stages, with investment sizes ranging from $1M to $3M. New North Ventures often seeks a 10% equity stake in the companies they back. The firm is also notable for its strong ties to government entities, such as the Office of Strategic Capital and the Small Business Administration, which enhance their ability to support and scale dual-use technologies. The firm operates out of Manchester, New Hampshire, and has been involved in several high-impact investments, including companies like Reality Defender and Efabless. Their latest fund, New North Ventures Fund II, is structured to leverage both private and government capital, aiming to deliver substantial returns while supporting innovations crucial to national security.

New Science Ventures (NSV) is a premier venture capital firm established in 2004, with offices in New York and London. The firm specializes in investing in companies that leverage groundbreaking scientific innovations in the life sciences and information technology sectors. NSV has a keen focus on businesses with strong IP protection and those addressing significant unmet market needs. Notable investments include Ventyx Biosciences, Phase Four, Achronix Semiconductor, and Paragraf. NSV is particularly interested in companies that can transform their industries with innovative scientific approaches. Their strategy is to invest in both early and mid-stage companies, supporting them through crucial growth phases to maximize their potential and value. NSV is not afraid to take contrarian views and often seeks opportunities outside traditional tech hubs, emphasizing the importance of science-based innovation. The firm typically leads funding rounds and provides substantial follow-on support, ensuring that their portfolio companies have the resources needed to succeed. Key team members include co-founder Tom Lavin, who brings over 30 years of experience in finance and investment banking, and Raju Mohan, a seasoned biotech entrepreneur and senior advisor with extensive expertise in drug discovery and development. Startups looking to engage with NSV should emphasize their scientific uniqueness and potential for significant market impact. NSV values strong management teams and clear, defensible IP strategies, making these essential points of focus when approaching the firm.

NewSpace Capital is a space-focused venture capital firm that invests in growth-stage companies at the intersection of space technology and sustainable development. With a focus on scalable technologies and established revenues, NewSpace targets businesses that leverage space applications to address critical global challenges, including climate change, environmental monitoring, and resource management. The firm typically invests between €10 to €20 million in companies that are ready to scale their operations, offering both financial support and strategic expertise. NewSpace Capital operates with a “picks & shovels” strategy, concentrating on key areas like satellite communications, earth observation, remote sensing, advanced analytics, and space infrastructure. Their approach minimizes risk by backing companies that have moved beyond technical and market entry barriers, ensuring they are poised for significant growth. Portfolio companies like ICEYE, which specializes in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology for earth observation, and Kayrros, a leader in environmental intelligence, highlight NewSpace’s commitment to leveraging space technology for tangible impacts on Earth. The firm is led by a team of multidisciplinary experts with deep industry connections, allowing them to access exclusive deals in underinvested segments of the space market. With a target fund size of €250 million, NewSpace Capital aims to drive the next wave of innovation in space while addressing pressing global issues, positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly expanding space economy.

NewSpring Capital, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania, is a private equity firm focusing on growth equity, mezzanine capital, healthcare, and buyouts. The firm manages approximately $3.5 billion in assets and has invested in over 250 companies across various sectors. Notable investments in NewSpring's portfolio include Vacasa, a leading vacation rental management company; Innovid, a video marketing platform; and Nutrisystem, a weight management company. These investments reflect NewSpring's strategy of supporting high-growth companies in business services, healthcare, information technology, and consumer products. NewSpring Capital operates through multiple strategies, including NewSpring Growth, which targets high-growth technology companies; NewSpring Healthcare, focusing on innovative healthcare services and technology; and NewSpring Mezzanine, providing capital for acquisitions and recapitalizations. The firm's comprehensive approach allows them to support companies at different stages of their lifecycle, from early growth to expansion.

New Stack Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in founders who are often overlooked by traditional venture capital firms. Founded by Nick Moran, New Stack Ventures targets startups in under-capitalized markets and geographies, with a particular focus on IoT, deep tech, smart hardware, and various platform-based business models. The firm recently closed its second fund, New Stack Ventures Fund II, at $42.6 million, significantly larger than its first $6 million fund. This new fund allows New Stack to support an additional 35 companies at the pre-seed and seed stages. The firm prides itself on being one of the largest single-partner funds raised outside of the typical Silicon Valley ecosystem, emphasizing its commitment to backing "outsider" founders. New Stack Ventures has built a strong reputation for its proactive and founder-friendly approach. The firm was highlighted by TechCrunch as one of the most active and engaged investors in the industry. Its portfolio includes notable companies like Draftbit, Curv, and Flamingo, reflecting its diverse investment strategy. The team at New Stack Ventures is comprised of experienced professionals, including Nate Pierotti, Luke Skertich, and Ariella Frank, who bring extensive backgrounds in startups, product management, and venture capital. Their collaborative and inclusive investment process ensures they identify and support high-potential startups effectively.

The Edward L. Kaplan, '71, New Venture Challenge (NVC) is a startup accelerator and investment program run by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, founded in 1996 in Hyde Park, Chicago. The NVC is consistently ranked among the top university-based business-plan competitions and accelerators in the nation, placing alongside Y Combinator and Techstars in the Seed Accelerator Rankings Project. Since inception, more than 230 NVC-backed startups remain in operation, having collectively raised over $915 million in follow-on capital and generated more than $13 billion in exits. The program is led by Polsky Center Executive Director Starr Marcello, with deep adjunct faculty involvement from Mark Tebbe. The NVC operates multiple tracks: the flagship graduate program, a Social NVC in partnership with the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation, a Global NVC for Executive MBA students, a College NVC for undergraduates, and an Alumni NVC launched in 2018 for UChicago graduates worldwide. The 29th annual competition in June 2025 awarded a record $2.267 million to ten finalists — the largest prize pool in the history of any university-based business-plan competition — with B2B SaaS company Rayni taking first place and $835,000. Other 2025 finalists included NutraCareU, MOOJ, and relos. Prizes typically range from seed grants of a few thousand dollars up to six-figure investments. Breakout NVC alumni include Grubhub, the 2006 winner that completed an IPO; Simple Mills, the 2014 winner acquired by Flower Foods for $795 million; and Braintree. The program has become a material generator of venture-backed companies from the University of Chicago community.

New Venture Partners is a global venture capital firm that specializes in transforming corporate R&D assets into standalone businesses. The firm focuses on leveraging cutting-edge innovations from large technology companies and spinning them out into independent ventures. With a unique approach, New Venture Partners works closely with corporate partners to identify high-potential technologies that may not align with the company's core business but have significant market opportunities. The firm invests primarily in sectors such as telecommunications, IT, semiconductors, and digital media, emphasizing deep tech and transformative innovations. Their portfolio includes companies that emerged from major R&D labs, such as Bell Labs and British Telecom, showcasing their expertise in corporate spinouts. New Venture Partners typically invests in early-stage startups, guiding them from the incubation phase through to commercialization. Their team brings a wealth of experience from both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds, providing a mix of strategic guidance and operational support to help ventures scale. With offices in the U.S. and Europe, New Venture Partners has a global reach and focuses on markets across both continents. Their strategy revolves around aligning with corporate partners to unlock the commercial potential of underutilized technologies, ultimately creating high-value businesses that deliver strong financial returns. The firm has established a reputation as a leader in corporate venture capital, with a track record of successful exits and long-term value creation.

New Wave Ventures is a dynamic, privately-owned venture capital fund based in London. Focused on investing in companies with significant growth potential, New Wave targets initial investments ranging from £500,000 to £2,000,000. Unlike many funds, New Wave Ventures invests its own capital without relying on external investors, allowing for a more flexible and long-term investment approach. Their investment philosophy centers on the belief that great businesses are built by great people. New Wave Ventures seeks entrepreneurs who can overcome obstacles and dominate their markets on a global scale. They prefer to co-invest with like-minded partners but often opt to be the sole investor alongside committed owner-managers. This fund is not driven by short-term exits or leverage; instead, it focuses on sustainable growth and strategic support​. Geographically, New Wave Ventures concentrates on the UK, particularly the North West region, encompassing cities like Manchester and Liverpool. Their goal is to fill the funding gap for early-stage and scale-up businesses in these areas, fostering innovation and growth​. The leadership team at New Wave brings a wealth of experience in running successful businesses and tackling various challenges. Their approach involves minimal interference in day-to-day operations, instead offering strategic guidance and financial support. Startups can reach out directly via email for potential investment opportunities​. This combination of substantial financial backing, strategic expertise, and a people-first philosophy makes New Wave Ventures a compelling partner for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses.

New York Angels, founded in 2004, is one of the most active and well-established angel investor groups based in New York City. Specializing in early-stage investments, the group has made over 386 investments, with notable successes including Greenhouse Software, Payoneer, and Billtrust. Their portfolio spans various sectors such as Artificial Intelligence, Fintech, Healthcare, and SaaS. New York Angels typically invests in increments starting from $25,000 and expects its members to invest a minimum of $50,000 annually in its deals. Their average investment round size is around $2 million, and they are known for both leading and participating in follow-on rounds. The group has achieved 72 exits, indicating a strong track record of identifying and nurturing high-potential startups. The investment strategy of New York Angels emphasizes thorough due diligence and a collaborative approach, leveraging the diverse expertise of its members. They actively engage with their portfolio companies, providing not only capital but also valuable mentorship and networking opportunities. Key figures in the organization include founder David S. Rose, who has played a pivotal role in shaping the group's investment philosophy and operations. Startups looking to secure funding from New York Angels should be prepared to demonstrate strong business fundamentals and a clear growth trajectory

New York Life Ventures (NYL Ventures) is the corporate venture capital arm of New York Life Insurance Company, founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York City. The unit was launched by Joel Albarella, Senior Vice President and Head of NYL Ventures, who is regarded as one of the insurance industry's earliest and most prominent corporate venture capitalists. NYL Ventures started with approximately $200 million in committed capital and has grown to roughly $1.2 billion in assets under management, delivering a 10-year internal rate of return of nearly 30% and top-quartile returns since inception. At its 10-year milestone the fund had crossed $1 billion in AUM and completed more than 250 proof-of-concept tests with portfolio companies. NYL Ventures invests from seed to growth stages, with checks ranging from $1 million to more than $10 million, concentrating on fintech, insurtech, enterprise software, digital health, and proptech. The investment team includes Tim Del Bello as Head of Investments, John Masson as Director, and Senior Associates Madison Cuthbertson and Alan Day. The fund has executed more than 65 VC investments, maintaining an active portfolio of roughly 34 companies including 4 unicorns. Notable investments include Norm Ai, a regulatory-AI platform that raised a $27 million Series A in 2024; ValidMind, a model-risk management platform that raised an $8.1 million seed; Empathy, a bereavement platform that raised a $47 million Series B and became NYL's first insurance-industry partnership; and Scribe, a $25 million round participant. NYL Ventures functions as a strategic as well as financial partner, offering portfolio companies direct access to New York Life's distribution capabilities, actuarial expertise, and relationships across the insurance and wealth management industry.

New York Venture Partners, founded in 2014, is a venture capital firm based in New York City. NYVP focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in seed rounds, and aims to support startups with both capital and strategic guidance. The firm has a diverse portfolio with investments across various industries, including enterprise software, cybersecurity, AI, fintech, and health tech. NYVP is known for its notable investments in companies like VHX, Food52, and CrowdTwist, which have achieved significant market success. The firm typically invests check sizes ranging from $300,000 to $700,000, allowing it to support startups through critical early development phases. NYVP's investment strategy emphasizes partnering with innovative entrepreneurs and providing them with resources beyond just financial support. This includes access to experienced advisors who can offer strategic guidance, as well as operational support to help with recruiting and fundraising efforts.

Empire State Development (ESD) is New York State's chief economic development agency, focusing on promoting business growth, job creation, and enhancing the state’s overall economy. Through various programs and initiatives, ESD supports businesses of all sizes and industries, providing financial incentives, grants, loans, and other resources to foster economic development across the state. One of ESD's flagship programs is the "FAST NY" initiative, which aims to create shovel-ready sites for industrial development, providing substantial grants to improve infrastructure like transportation, utilities, and site development. This program has committed over $175 million to support over 2,700 acres of industrial property. ESD is also a major player in fostering innovation through investments in life sciences and biotech. For instance, the expansion of Harlem Biospace, supported by a $1.5 million ESD grant, exemplifies its role in nurturing New York’s biotech ecosystem by providing advanced facilities for startups and fostering collaboration between businesses and academic institutions like Columbia University. Overall, ESD’s initiatives are focused on strategic job creation, attracting innovative industries, and revitalizing communities, helping to position New York as a competitive environment for both startups and established businesses.

Newark Venture Partners is a seed-stage venture capital firm based in Newark, New Jersey, with a strong focus on B2B software companies. Founded in 2015, NVP aims to support innovative startups by providing seed funding and operational support to foster growth and success. The firm has raised approximately $90 million for its second fund, doubling the size of its first fund. NVP's investment strategy revolves around healthcare, fintech, and supply chain sectors, seeking startups that offer transformative solutions in these high-stakes industries. The firm’s portfolio includes notable companies like Podsights, Optimal Dynamics, and Handspring Health, highlighting their commitment to driving innovation in enterprise software. The team at NVP is led by Managing Partners Tom Wisniewski, Dan Borok, and Vaughn Crowe, who bring extensive experience in venture capital and entrepreneurship. The firm is known for its active involvement in the Newark community, including partnerships with organizations like the Boys and Girls Club of Newark and Braven, which support local talent and promote educational and employment opportunities.

NewBuild Venture Capital, founded in 2022 and headquartered in Palo Alto, focuses on early-stage investments in supply chain technology, logistics, AI, and cloud infrastructure. The firm employs a thematic investment approach, concentrating on the transformative impact of technologies like generative AI, machine learning, and edge computing on enterprise productivity and supply chains. By targeting innovative companies that address challenges from procurement to logistics and warehouse automation, NewBuild aims to create more resilient and sustainable supply chain solutions. NewBuild’s portfolio includes companies such as OnRamp, which focuses on automating freight payments, and Drumkit, which uses AI to streamline logistics operations. The firm’s hands-on approach is supported by an experienced team, including managing partner Rohini Chakravarthy and venture partner Madhav Durbha, who bring decades of expertise from leading roles at companies like Google Cloud, Databricks, and Project44​. Through deep industry connections and a keen understanding of technological trends, NewBuild positions itself as a key player in shaping the future of enterprise supply chain and infrastructure software.

NewDo Venture is a cross-border US-China early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2015 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Mateo and New Haven and team presence in China. The firm explicitly bridges the gap between the United States and Chinese technology markets, backing 'fearless founders' through its angel and growth funds and a hands-on support infrastructure that covers HR, financial management, business process, and legal affairs across both countries. NewDo is led by Managing Partner Jingyuan Wang alongside a team of roughly eight, including six partners, one venture partner, and one principal distributed across the US and China. The firm concentrates on AI, enterprise services, healthcare, cloud computing, SaaS, mobile applications, IoT, computer vision, VR/AR, and education. It primarily writes Series A checks, with investment sizes reported up to approximately $11 million per deal. NewDo has invested in approximately 36 companies, producing 1 unicorn, 2 IPOs, and 5 acquisitions. The standout portfolio name is Rippling, the workforce management platform that NewDo backed at Series A in March 2017 — before the company reached unicorn status in 2020 and a $16.8 billion valuation by May 2025. Other portfolio companies include Lyft, which completed an IPO; BillionToOne, a genetic diagnostics company that was acquired; and ObEN, an AI-powered avatar platform. The most recent disclosed exit was Garten in April 2025. NewDo's cross-border positioning gives it a structural sourcing edge: it can identify exceptional Chinese-origin founders building globally relevant companies and connect US-founded portfolio companies with Chinese enterprise customers, manufacturing partners, and capital markets.

Newfund Capital, founded in 2008, is an entrepreneurial venture capital firm with a strong presence in both Paris and Silicon Valley. With $300 million in assets under management, Newfund focuses on seed-stage startups driving global change. Notable investments include Aircall, Fairmoney, and In2Bones, showcasing their diverse and impactful portfolio. The firm invests primarily in technology, precision medicine, personalized treatment, and brain tech sectors. They emphasize early-stage investments, aiming to support startups from the seed stage through international expansion, particularly in France and North America. Newfund's strategy involves quick decision-making, often providing term sheets within three weeks. They seek entrepreneurs with a global mindset and provide significant value beyond capital, including scaling opportunities, networking, and strategic support. The average check size varies but is tailored to meet the needs of each startup, with Newfund often leading the investment rounds. The team includes key members like Henri Deshays and Patrick Malka, who bring extensive entrepreneurial and investment experience. The team is split between their Paris and Palo Alto offices, allowing them to maintain a strong presence in both Europe and the U.S. For startups looking to scale rapidly with a partner who understands the entrepreneurial journey, Newfund Capital offers a compelling blend of expertise, resources, and strategic guidance.

Newgen Venture Partners is a global angel and seed fund platform founded in 2012 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, with additional offices in Beijing, Hong Kong, and Palo Alto. The firm backs entrepreneurs working in life science and information technology with the most innovative ideas and disruptive technologies, explicitly targeting world-class management and technical teams pursuing disruptive opportunities across TMT, life science, and emerging technology. Newgen is led by Founder and Managing Partner Lu Zhang, who has built the firm into a portfolio of more than 100 companies with accumulated valuations exceeding RMB 50 billion (approximately $7 billion). Newgen leads rounds and is often the first institutional investor in its portfolio companies, writing early seed checks of $100,000 to $3 million. Notable portfolio companies include GrubMarket, a US online grocery and food supply-chain platform that received Newgen's first check at seed in January 2015 and most recently raised a $50 million Series H at a $4.5 billion pre-money valuation in February 2026; HotMaxx, a Chinese food and fast-moving-consumer-goods discount retailer; LePure, a Chinese biotech; and WePie. Portfolio exits include Kheiron Medical Technologies, an AI radiology company acquired by DeepHealth in October 2024, and Paperspace, a cloud GPU infrastructure company. In 2025 to 2026, Newgen led the undisclosed Series A of TuCodec alongside Angel Bay Ventures and MFund. Beyond direct investing, Newgen Capital operates as a limited-partner arm, backing emerging VC funds such as ZPARK Venture and GSR Ventures vehicles, positioning the firm as a platform that accelerates the broader early-stage ecosystem rather than purely deploying direct capital.

Newid Capital is a U.S.-based venture capital firm with a unique focus on investing in financial services companies that target underserved populations in emerging markets. The firm primarily backs early-stage startups and typically invests in sectors like fintech and agricultural technology, with an emphasis on companies that provide critical services to underbanked communities across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Notable investments include Lidya, a Nigerian fintech platform, CreditMantri in India, and Apollo Agriculture in Kenya, demonstrating their commitment to scalable financial inclusion solutions. Founded in 2014, Newid Capital takes a collaborative approach, often co-investing with other impact-focused funds like Accion Venture Lab and Bamboo Capital Partners. The firm generally participates in seed and early-stage rounds, with typical check sizes ranging from $700K to $6M. They are known for their hands-on involvement, leveraging their expertise to help portfolio companies grow strategically, especially in areas where financial infrastructure is underdeveloped. The firm is led by Ainsley Cohen, who brings extensive experience in finance and impact investing. Cohen is based in Alexandria, Virginia, where Newid Capital is headquartered, and the firm maintains a lean operational structure, focusing more on impact than on leading rounds. They prefer to work with mission-driven entrepreneurs and are highly selective about their partnerships, prioritizing long-term change over short-term gains. For startups looking to engage Newid Capital, demonstrating a strong social mission with measurable impact is key.

Newion is a pan-European early-stage venture capital firm based in Amsterdam, specializing exclusively in business software. Since its founding in 2000, Newion has invested in over 60 startups, helping companies like Collibra, Deliverect, and Foleon emerge as market leaders in their sectors. Their primary focus is on innovative B2B software companies within the Benelux, Nordics, and Germany. Newion's investment strategy involves participating in seed rounds and Series A funding, providing both capital and hands-on support to help startups scale. The firm manages a total of €300 million in assets across several funds, with their latest, Newion IV, launching with an initial closing of €130 million. The Newion team includes seasoned professionals such as Patrick Polak and Frank Claassen, who bring extensive experience in venture capital and corporate finance. Their approach is characterized by a no-nonsense mentality and a deep commitment to helping their portfolio companies achieve significant growth and market leadership.

NewSchools Venture Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit venture philanthropy organization founded in 1998 by Kim Smith, John Doerr of Kleiner Perkins, and Brook Byers, headquartered in Oakland, California. NewSchools is the first and only venture philanthropy focused exclusively on K-12 education: it raises charitable donations and grants them to early-stage entrepreneurs and educators reimagining public education, with particular attention to students from underserved communities. Since founding, the fund has directed nearly $345 million to more than 1,000 education ventures, activists, and policy advocates, including more than $150 million to over 300 charter schools between 1999 and 2015 that collectively served 157,000-plus students. CBInsights counts 92 direct investments. The fund is currently led by CEO Frances Messano, who succeeded long-serving CEO Stacey Childress effective January 2023. The board includes founders Smith, Doerr, and Byers alongside Stacey Childress, Ime Archibong, and others. NewSchools deploys one-year unrestricted grants of $150,000 to $250,000 along with one-on-one coaching and peer-community support across four investment areas: Innovative Schools, Learning Solutions (K-8 literacy and math including AI-powered personalized learning), Teaching Reimagined (AI-assisted teacher productivity), and Learning Differences. In 2024 the fund announced more than $23 million in new and follow-on investments to 80-plus ventures selected from 1,600 applicants; in October 2025 it announced an additional $10 million-plus to accelerate teaching and learning innovation. NewSchools has spun out several notable initiatives, including Reach Capital, the EdForward DC and Educate78 advocacy organizations, and the NewSchools Ignite edtech accelerator. The fund's three-decade track record makes it the deepest-rooted source of philanthropic venture capital in American K-12 education.

Newton Biocapital is a Brussels-based venture capital firm with a strong presence in both Europe and Japan, focusing exclusively on the life sciences sector. Established in 2017, the firm’s investment strategy is centered on supporting companies that tackle chronic diseases, with an emphasis on oncology, metabolic diseases, and neurological conditions. Newton Biocapital plays a hands-on role in its portfolio companies, often leading funding rounds and taking board positions to guide scientific and clinical strategies​. The firm manages two funds—Newton Biocapital I (€114M) and Newton Biocapital II, which is currently targeting €150M. NBC I invested in 14 companies across Europe and Japan, including university spin-offs like Epics Therapeutics and ChromaCure in Belgium, and biotech firms like EditForce in Japan. Newton's approach is deeply integrated with the local ecosystems in both regions, leveraging their strong ties to academic institutions, industry experts, and international investors to facilitate cross-border growth and exits​. Newton’s team combines scientific, regulatory, and investment expertise, led by CEO Alain Parthoens. With offices in Brussels and Tokyo, they are uniquely positioned to bridge the innovation pipeline between Europe and Japan, driving impactful advancements in life sciences​.

NewTribe Capital is a Dubai-based venture capital firm primarily investing in early-stage Web3, blockchain, and AI startups. With a portfolio exceeding 200 projects globally, including sectors like DeFi, gaming, infrastructure, and NFTs, NewTribe actively fosters innovation in the digital space. Some notable investments include Cookie3 and KIP, with an average check size around $200,000. The firm focuses on building long-term partnerships, often providing advisory services such as market-making, growth hacking, and smart contract auditing, to ensure the success of its portfolio companies​. Geographically, NewTribe targets the MENA region, but also extends investments into Europe, Asia, and beyond. Its strategy emphasizes infrastructure development that bridges Web2 and Web3, alongside token-based and equity investments. Notably, NewTribe backs projects aligning with Dubai’s Web3 initiatives, offering support through accelerator programs and partnerships. Led by partners such as Dhaval Parikh and Juliet Su, NewTribe’s team combines technical expertise with deep industry connections. For startups seeking funding, NewTribe looks for founders with strong visions in blockchain or AI, particularly those aiming to create large-scale digital infrastructure.

Newzone Ventures is a pan-European early-stage venture capital fund headquartered in Lisbon, Portugal, with an office in London, formed in 2021 through the merger of UK-based Newzone and Portugal-based LC Ventures. The firm is led by Managing Partners David Boulton and Pedro Falcao, supported by a lean team of approximately four distributed across Portugal and the United Kingdom. At the time of the merger the combined platform brought together a portfolio of roughly 40 tech startups and more than $30 million in discretionary capital; the firm subsequently earmarked a new $60 million fund to target overlooked markets and founders across Europe. Newzone invests primarily at pre-seed and seed into Portugal- and UK-based startups building technology-led, category-defining, and sustainable businesses, writing checks from $100,000 to $3 million. The firm's three pillars — founder focus, tech-enabled, and sustainable — reflect a conviction that durable businesses require long-term collaborative capital, meaningful product differentiation, and business model resilience. Partners bring two decades of institutional investing and operating experience and have been involved with companies including WeJo, Hero (acquired by Klarna), GitLab, and Feedzai, Portugal's fintech unicorn. As of early 2023 the firm had made approximately 30 disclosed investments. Notable current portfolio companies include Networkme, with an average round investment of approximately $992,000; Visor.ai, a conversational AI platform; and Universal Cover. Newzone Ventures positions itself as an open and transparent partner, offering founders practical advice on development, operations, and team building alongside capital. The firm's dual-city presence across Lisbon and London gives it coverage of two of Europe's most active startup ecosystems.