Software & Apps VC Funds

Tau Ventures, founded in 2019 and based in Palo Alto, California, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments in AI-driven technologies. Their investment portfolio spans sectors such as digital health, enterprise software, and automation, including robotics and drones. They typically write initial checks between $500,000 and $1 million, providing seed funding to startups with significant growth potential. The firm was co-founded by Amit Garg and Sanjay Rao, both experienced in venture capital and technology. Amit Garg, with a background from Google and Norwest Venture Partners, focuses primarily on digital health investments. Sanjay Rao, previously with McKinsey and Microsoft, concentrates on enterprise and automation sectors. The team also includes associates like Sharon Huang and Insoo Chang, who bring diverse expertise from biotechnology to strategic investments. Tau Ventures is recognized for its active engagement with portfolio companies, providing strategic guidance and leveraging their extensive network to help startups succeed. Some notable investments include Alaffia Health, a healthcare technology firm, and Tonic, which creates synthetic data for testing and development. With around $85 million in assets under management, Tau Ventures is committed to fostering innovation in AI and supporting startups that aim to make a significant impact in their respective fields​.

Taya Ventures is a seed-stage venture fund and the corporate venture arm of Taya Media Group, founded in 2015 and based in Ramat Gan, Israel. Part of Israel's premiere video, media and visual-communications group, owner of United Studios of Israel, the country's largest video production complex, and several content, media and technology companies, Taya Ventures offers founders mentoring, deep industry knowledge and access to Taya Media's professional network in addition to capital. The fund concentrates on pre-seed and seed rounds, primarily in Israel-based startups, and invests across information technology, internet of things, advertising technology and adjacent media and data sectors, with check sizes of roughly $500K to $5M; its seed rounds have averaged around $1.17M, and it is willing to lead. It is led by serial entrepreneur Kobi Marenko, founder and CEO of Arbe Robotics, a 4D-radar imaging company for autonomous driving, alongside media veterans Yoav Peretz, CEO of Taya Media Group since 2013 and Co-CEO of United Studios of Israel, and Ami Giniger. Across roughly 18 portfolio companies the firm has seen one IPO and four acquisitions: Arbe listed on NASDAQ in October 2021, and Upsolver was acquired by QlikTech in January 2025. Other holdings include Protected, SafeBlocks and Underworld Football, whose $500K seed round Taya led. Data through 2025 indicated no new investments recorded that year, with the portfolio spanning Israel, the United States and Taiwan. Taya Ventures pairs seed capital with the production and media resources of its parent group.

TCP Venture Capital is a Baltimore, Maryland-based early-stage, technology-focused venture capital firm founded in 2012 that partners with entrepreneurs to build great businesses. The firm invests in early-stage companies across technology, education, healthcare, cybersecurity, analytics and advanced-materials sectors, concentrating on unique technology applications and explicitly excluding franchises, brick-and-mortar operations and online retail. Its flagship Propel Baltimore Fund makes investments in early-stage technology companies based in, or willing to relocate to, Baltimore, with an explicit mission to address the city's shortage of early-stage capital, encourage entrepreneurial activity and create high-paying jobs. TCP was founded by Christopher College and Stuart Sutley and is managed by a team with over 140 years of combined experience, and it is willing to lead rounds. Managing Partner Christopher College is a seasoned venture investor who has closed more than 100 deals totaling over $2.5 billion and previously headed the Private Finance Group at Stifel Nicolaus; Partner Stuart Sutley is a University of Virginia graduate, former US Marine Corps infantry officer and healthcare-company founder. Across roughly 30 to 35 investments the portfolio has produced eight acquisitions, including ZeroFox, RedOwl, Protenus and Rocket Doctor (acquired by Canada's Treatment AI), with other holdings such as WellDoc, EcoMap, Indicio, Link Labs, Traitify, Yet Analytics, Pixelligent Technologies, emocha and Minnowtech. Its most recent tracked investment was a Series A in Baltimore-based Infinity Bio in June 2025. By anchoring its flagship fund in Baltimore, TCP backs regional technology founders while addressing a local capital gap.

TCV (Technology Crossover Ventures) is one of the largest and longest-standing growth-equity firms, founded in 1995 by Richard H. Kimball and Jay Hoag and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in New York and London. Across a nearly 30-year history it has invested in more than 350 technology companies and backed 82 IPOs and 79 strategic exits, managing roughly $22 billion in assets as of March 2026. The firm partners with global, category-defining technology businesses as a growth-stage investor across software, internet, fintech, enterprise technology and consumer sectors, writing equity investments of $10M to $500M with flexibility around structure and investing in both private and public companies, and it is willing to lead. TCV deliberately keeps its portfolio concentrated so it can be, in its words, the hardest-working investor on each company's cap table, and describes its approach as thematically rooted, partnership-driven, long-term oriented, globally minded and quality obsessed, with a portfolio spanning five continents. Its track record includes some of technology's most prominent names, among them Netflix, Spotify, Airbnb, Facebook, Expedia, Zillow, Splunk, Toast, Nubank, Revolut, Celonis, Miro and Sportradar. Led by Founding General Partner Jay Hoag, the firm continues to deploy capital actively, making 14 investments in 2025; its most recent tracked investment was participation in Grow Therapy's Series D in March 2026, a round on whose board Jay Hoag sits. With three decades of crossover investing across private and public markets, TCV remains a defining growth-stage backer of category leaders.

TDF Ventures, founded in 2004, is an early-stage venture capital firm with offices in Washington DC and Silicon Valley. The firm focuses on startups that serve enterprise markets within infrastructure, software, and services sectors (IaaS, SaaS, XaaS). They manage a permanent pool of capital and are currently investing out of Fund IV, which has a $150 million allocation. TDF Ventures has a diverse portfolio with notable investments in companies like Omnispace, which recently expanded its spectrum portfolio, and Rewst, which raised $31 million in a Series B round to extend its leadership in the MSP automation market. Other active investments include Allstacks, Osano, and BlackCloak, which won the 2023 SC Media Award for Best Emerging Technology of the Year. The firm's investment strategy includes both financial backing and strategic support, helping portfolio companies with network building, brand exposure, talent acquisition, and subsequent funding rounds. The team at TDF Ventures includes partners and principals with extensive experience in the venture capital and technology sectors, such as Jim Pastoriza and Steven Mankoff.

TDJ Pitango Ventures is a Polish-Israeli, technology-focused venture capital fund founded in 2017 and based in Warsaw, Poland. It is a joint venture between TDJ, a Polish family-owned industrial group active in equity, venture, real estate, finance and philanthropy whose portfolio includes Warsaw-listed companies FAMUR, Zamet and PGO, and Pitango, Israel's largest venture capital fund, with around $2 billion under management, operating since 1993 with more than 200 investments and over 80 exits. The fund was also created with support from Poland's National Center for Research and Development. Investing on a 'smart money' formula, TDJ Pitango concentrates on early and growth phases, deploying $1M to $5M per round into startups with strong technology operating in large or fast-growing markets, and targets sectors including big data and analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, medical devices and digital health, software, mobile technology, media and IoT. It is founder-friendly, takes minority stakes and prefers to co-invest with other value-add investors, supporting portfolio companies with network access, senior talent, fundraising help and exit support. The fund is led by Managing Partners Wojciech Fedorowicz and Daniel Star. Across roughly 10 portfolio companies, including Tylko (custom furniture, into which it invested nearly 15M PLN), Cosmose AI (approaching Polish-unicorn status at a roughly $500M valuation), Neptune, StethoMe, CallPage, GG Predict, Syntoil, Vocaly and SmartDust, it has made about five seed investments and two Series A investments. Its most recent tracked investment was in Visby Medical in June 2025. The fund bridges Polish industrial heritage and Israeli venture expertise.

Team Builder Ventures is a San Francisco-based 'service' venture capital fund founded in 2013 by Steven Lurie, a former Zynga executive who served on the company's executive staff from its early days through its IPO, where he was the first Head of Mobile, built the India team and ran International, earning Zynga's Spirit and Atlas Awards. The fund's core differentiator is hands-on team-building: it commits to helping portfolio founders recruit world-class talent at no recruiting fee, reaching candidates that traditional recruiters and even founders cannot, and has beaten top recruiting firms on hires for its companies. It invests in pre-seed, seed and Series A rounds, explicitly does not lead rounds and does not require board seats, instead participating alongside larger lead VC funds, which makes it easy to include in early-stage rounds. Checks average about $250K, typically $100K to $500K and somewhat larger for Series A, and the firm manages under $150M across three private funds. Team Builder Ventures invests across domains and geographies, spanning enterprise and SMB software, developer tools, hardware, media and content, social networks, e-commerce, marketplaces, SaaS and fintech. Its portfolio of roughly 34 companies includes one unicorn and twelve acquisitions, with notable holdings such as Zuora, Tonal, Humanity, Arch Systems, AngelList and Orbit Fab. Its most recent tracked investment was in TrueTax in early 2025. By making recruiting its signature value-add and deliberately co-investing alongside lead funds, Team Builder Ventures positions itself as an easy-to-include early-stage partner focused on helping founders build their teams.

Team Ignite Ventures is a Northern California-based venture capital firm founded in 2020, focused on investing in early-stage startups across various industries, including fintech, AI, B2B SaaS, and marketplaces. The firm is driven by its deep expertise in technology, with its founders having extensive backgrounds at industry-leading companies like Microsoft, AWS, and LinkedIn. Team Ignite prides itself on being more than just a financial backer, actively mentoring and providing strategic support to help startups grow and succeed. One of Team Ignite's key differentiators is its syndicate model, where Limited Partners not only invest capital but also contribute their time, networks, and mentorship to portfolio companies. This collaborative approach ensures that startups receive holistic support as they scale. The firm has made over 90 investments, with recent portfolio highlights including Packsmith, Approveit, and HuLoop Automation, covering sectors such as logistics, productivity software, and biotechnology. Led by Managing Partner Brian Bell, Team Ignite emphasizes the importance of resilience, optimism, and vision when evaluating investment opportunities. Bell's experience and focus on technological acceleration, particularly in AI and automation, drive the firm’s mission to fuel the next wave of innovative entrepreneurs.

TEAMFund (Transforming Equity and Access in MedTech) is a global-health impact investor and advisor founded in 2016, with a US base in San Francisco, California. It runs a distinctive hybrid structure that couples a for-profit impact investment fund with a non-profit programming arm; the non-profit informs investments through rigorous research and provides portfolio companies with wraparound support, drawing on an 80-plus worldwide team of executive-level advisors and CEOs from leading healthcare multinationals. Its mission is to expand access to affordable, appropriate and sustainable medical technologies, digital health and facilitating technologies that address unmet health needs in resource-constrained, underserved populations, with a thesis that non-communicable diseases pose the greatest threat in low- and middle-income countries. The firm invests in commercial-stage companies and focuses geographically on India and Sub-Saharan Africa, where local entrepreneurs are often best positioned to close care gaps, typically as a co-investor. TEAMFund closed its inaugural $30M impact fund in 2019, structured with a 10-year horizon and a plan for 8 to 10 portfolio companies, and has since raised a follow-on Impact Fund II. It is co-founded and co-chaired by Tim Ring, former Chairman and CEO of C.R. Bard, and Kathryn Gleason, former senior partner at Morgan Lewis, and led day-to-day by Managing Partner Yousuf Mazhar. Portfolio companies include Qure.ai, MediBuddy, Tricog Health, Forus Health, JanaCare, EchoNous and Vezeeta, which collectively delivered tens of millions of patient services. Its most recent tracked activity was participation in Qure.ai's $65M Series D in September 2024. TEAMFund pairs impact capital with deep medtech advisory support.

Teamworthy Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early to growth-stage companies, focusing on building long-term relationships with talented entrepreneurial teams. Their portfolio includes leading software and software-enabled services companies such as Toast, SeatGeek, Weave, Carta, Capsule, CampusLogic, G2, Ibotta, OpenGov, Foursquare, Vestwell, Affinity, and Slice. The firm's mission is to partner with outstanding entrepreneurial teams to build companies of purpose, integrity, and enduring value. They emphasize values such as teamwork, service, integrity, creativity, enthusiasm, initiative, craftsmanship, learning, prudence, fortitude, humility, and thrift. Teamworthy strives to be a worthy partner by providing not just capital but also strategic support and mentorship to help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential. Their investment team includes experienced professionals like Senior Associate Kyle Limpic, Associate Emma Barrett, and Associate Josiah Meadows, who bring diverse backgrounds and expertise to the firm. Teamworthy Ventures operates out of Greenwich, Connecticut, and Nashville, Tennessee, providing a robust support network for their portfolio companies.

Tech Coast Angels (TCA) is one of the largest and most active angel investor networks in the U.S., particularly focused on Southern California. Since its founding in 1997, TCA has funded over 540 companies, providing more than $300 million in early-stage capital. Its portfolio includes notable successes such as Apeel (now a unicorn) and Procore. TCA’s investments span a variety of industries, including healthcare, high-tech, and consumer products. TCA primarily invests in seed and early Series A rounds, often in California-based startups but also extending its reach across the U.S. and occasionally internationally. The group is known for not only providing capital but also hands-on mentorship and operational support. With around 400 members across several regional networks, TCA brings deep expertise and valuable connections to the table. Recently, TCA has increased its focus on syndicating deals with other angel groups and VCs, helping startups secure additional capital. Entrepreneurs looking to partner with TCA should demonstrate strong market potential and scalability, while leveraging the network’s robust mentorship and support system to build a sustainable business​.

Tech Council Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Summit, New Jersey that invests Seed and Series A financing into the Mid-Atlantic region's most promising growth technology companies. Originally founded in 2001 as the NJTC Venture Fund, it rebranded to Tech Council Ventures in 2016 and operates as the venture arm of TechUnited:NJ, formerly the NJ Technology Council, one of the largest and most active technology councils in the United States with more than 500,000 innovator members. That affiliation is the firm's core differentiator: portfolio companies gain access to an unmatched network of customers, key team recruits, business partners and service providers. With roughly $175M in assets under management across eight funds and five decades of collective team experience, the firm writes checks of $500K to $3M into startups spanning technology, enterprise software, biotech, life sciences, healthcare, media, telecom, cleantech and edtech, and it is willing to lead rounds. Its investment team is led by Managing Partner and Founder Jim Gunton, a 20-plus-year investor formerly with Edison Venture Fund and Oracle, alongside Managing Partner Steve Socolof and Partner Mark Kolb, a healthcare entrepreneur and former CEO of Bergen Medical Products. Tech Council Ventures has made roughly 59 investments with four exits, including notable holdings such as Achieve3000, Amber Road, CytoSorbents, InstaMed and IntegriChain. The firm is currently deploying its third fund; its most recent investment was participation in PolyGone Systems' $4M Seed round in February 2026. By tying its capital to one of the country's largest technology-council networks, the firm backs Mid-Atlantic founders.

Tech Square Ventures (TSV) is an Atlanta-based early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014. The firm focuses on investing in B2B enterprise software, marketplace, and platform technology companies. TSV’s investment strategy revolves around providing capital, connections, and collaboration to visionary entrepreneurs, helping them scale their businesses in high-growth sectors like logistics, applied AI, sustainability, and infrastructure. TSV primarily targets early-stage investments, typically at the Seed stage, with initial check sizes ranging from $500K to $3 million. They also participate selectively in pre-seed and Series A rounds. The firm has a strong geographic focus on the Southeastern U.S., where they invest in high-potential startups from what they call the "Super South," the nation's fastest-growing innovation region. The firm’s portfolio includes notable startups such as The Mom Project, Slip Robotics, and Saleo, showcasing its commitment to backing companies that redefine enterprise operations. Through Engage, its corporate innovation platform, TSV connects startups with Fortune 500 corporations, facilitating growth through access to customers and markets. Founded by Blake Patton, Tech Square Ventures is deeply embedded in Atlanta’s tech ecosystem, leveraging its proximity to Georgia Tech’s Technology Square and a vast network of entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and academic institutions to fuel innovation.

Techne Infiniti Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2021 and headquartered in Cupertino, California, in the heart of Silicon Valley, with additional offices in Amsterdam and Bangalore. It positions itself as a vertical AI venture platform built to bridge the gap between horizontal artificial intelligence and industry, beginning with what it calls the world's largest yet least digitized sector: the roughly $16 trillion hospitality and travel market. The firm runs a hybrid model that combines a venture fund with a venture studio and a hospitality accelerator, investing in early-stage startups that apply AI across accommodation, food and beverage, travel and tourism, mobility, recreation, entertainment and wellness. Checks typically range from $50,000 to $1 million across pre-seed, seed, seed-plus and Series A stages, and the firm invests globally with emphasis on North America, Europe and Asia, generally as a co-investor. Its leadership team draws on experience at Google, Apple, Cisco, Intel, HP, Oracle, Symantec and more than 200 high-growth startups. Co-Founder and Managing Director Manish Gupta also co-founded and co-chairs Shashi Group, which owns and operates a premium Silicon Valley hospitality portfolio, and is joined by Managing Directors Dipesh Gupta, Anjali Arora and Gilad Berenstein. Its portfolio of roughly seven companies includes TROMPAR, Teamatix and Onnow.io. The firm has forged a strategic partnership with GAIN (HFTP) and launched the Nextwave Seed Investment Challenge at HITEC 2025. By focusing on vertical AI for hospitality and travel, Techne Infiniti backs founders digitizing one of the world's largest under-served markets.

TechOne Venture Capital is an Istanbul-based 'smart capital' fund founded in 2019 that backs seed and early-stage technology startups in Turkey and Central and Eastern Europe with aspirations to become global leaders in their verticals. Structured as a Turkish venture capital investment fund of roughly USD 25 million, it positions itself as more than a capital provider, bringing strategic expertise, an extensive network of connections, hands-on mentoring and operational excellence to its founders, and it is willing to lead rounds. The firm draws on more than 30 full-time professionals and over 100 strategic partners, and works closely with operating partner Tarvenn Ventures, an Istanbul-based investment and consultancy firm. TechOne invests primarily at the seed stage, having made roughly 28 seed-stage investments at an average round size of about $1.27M, alongside a handful of Series A rounds averaging around $6.51M, across enterprise and B2B software, SaaS, high tech, consumer, retail, fintech and security sectors. Its portfolio of around 32 companies is concentrated in Turkey, with a secondary presence in the United States, and includes notable names such as Pixa Software, FineDine, which builds data-driven digital menus for restaurants, Alotech, a cloud call-center platform, Brandefense in cyber threat intelligence, Co-one in AI data annotation and Evreka in waste management and circular economy. It has recorded one exit, Tridi, in March 2023; its most recent tracked investment was in Co-one in May 2025. By pairing capital with deep operational support, TechOne backs Turkish and CEE founders aiming for global scale.

TechOperators, founded in 2008 and based in Atlanta, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage cybersecurity and B2B software companies. The firm typically leads Seed and Series A funding rounds with initial investments ranging from $2 million to $5 million. Their investment strategy is shaped by the extensive operational experience of the founding partners, who include David Gould, Glenn McGonnigle, Said Mohammadioun, and Tom Noonan. TechOperators' portfolio features notable investments in companies such as Automox, a cloud-native endpoint management platform, and Flashpoint, which provides actionable intelligence from the dark web. They have also backed Phantom Cyber, which was acquired by Splunk, and Ionic Security, acquired by Twilio. Other significant investments include Tala Security, Todyl, and KyckGlobal. The firm supports its portfolio companies with more than just capital, offering strategic advice, networking opportunities, and operational guidance to help them scale. This hands-on approach is evident in their successful exits, such as the acquisition of Phantom Cyber by Splunk and the acquisition of Flashpoint by Audax.

TechSquare Labs, founded in 2014 by Dr. Paul Judge and Allen Nance, is a prominent seed-stage venture fund based in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm was built with the mission of empowering tech entrepreneurs to "build something from nothing." TechSquare Labs primarily focuses on investing in technical founders, particularly those working on innovative solutions in areas like SaaS, cybersecurity, marketing technology, and blockchain. The firm's investments are concentrated in deep tech sectors, leveraging the technological strengths of the region. TechSquare Labs is known for its hands-on approach, drawing on the founders' experience as both entrepreneurs and investors. Their portfolio includes notable companies such as Coinbase, PlayVS, Pindrop, and Springbot, demonstrating their commitment to backing disruptive technology across multiple industries. The firm also organizes the Atlanta Startup Battle, a competition that identifies promising startups and provides them with funding and mentorship to accelerate their growth. With a strong emphasis on community building and entrepreneurial support, TechSquare Labs has helped its portfolio companies raise over $200 million and create over 1,000 jobs, contributing significantly to Atlanta’s tech ecosystem.

Techstars is a global platform for investment and innovation that has supported over 4,000 startups since its inception in 2006. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Techstars operates accelerator programs worldwide, providing early-stage startups with access to capital, mentorship, and a vast network of investors and partners. Their portfolio spans a diverse range of industries, including HealthTech, FinTech, Web3, CleanTech, and more. Notable companies in their portfolio include Chainalysis, DataRobot, and Remitly. Techstars has facilitated over $27.3 billion in total funding for its startups, with a cumulative market cap of $113.6 billion​. Techstars' investment strategy involves pre-seed and early-stage investments through their accelerator programs. They invest up to $120,000 in each startup during the accelerator program, and follow-on investments through their Venture Fund. This strategy allows them to support companies from their initial stages through to growth​.

Techstart Ventures is a seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2014 and based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, that backs the most ambitious entrepreneurial founding teams across Northern Ireland and Scotland. It invests from inception to pre-seed stage, writing first cheques of up to £750k with capacity for follow-on, and looks for exceptional founders pursuing uncapped global opportunities from a base in either region, willing to lead rounds. The firm manages around £50m of equity funds alongside a £4.5m proof-of-concept grant fund; in Scotland it runs the Scottish Growth Scheme Techstart Ventures Equity Finance LP, financed with support from the Scottish Government and the European Regional Development Fund, building on its earlier track record of backing 44 seed-stage technology companies in Northern Ireland. Techstart is unusually open to cold inbound and places heavy weight on founder references from companies it has already backed. Its team of roughly ten includes partners Mark Hogarth, Hal Wilson and Jamie Andrews, spanning venture investing, biotech and technology commercialization, and investment strategy. Across its funds it has backed roughly 118 companies over more than a decade, averaging seven to eight new investments a year across software, SaaS, enterprise software, fintech and biotech. Notable portfolio companies include Cloudsmith, a Belfast-founded cloud-native software supply chain security and package management platform; Raylo, a gadget lease-and-reuse fintech; and Neurovalens. A recent portfolio exit was Loveelectric, acquired by Perkbox in December 2025. By anchoring itself in Northern Ireland and Scotland and backing founders from inception, Techstart fuels two underserved regional ecosystems.

Techtools Ventures is a São Paulo, Brazil-based investment firm that operates as a venture builder for science- and technology-based startups in the healthcare and security industries, backing companies from MVP through Series A with the goal of creating high-potential global companies that deliver both financial and social returns. It was founded by serial entrepreneur Jefferson Almoualem (Jeff) Plentz in 1995 as a technology consulting firm focused on social impact, then pivoted in 2015 to concentrate exclusively on developing innovative healthcare projects, and launched its first venture capital vehicle, 'fund zero,' in 2017 with six startups. The firm functions as a platform to accelerate the adoption of health innovation, connecting patients and hospitals through leading startups and validating solutions within Brazil's hospital network. For example, it developed and donated an AI-based telemedicine triage app, Saúde Digital MG Covid-19, to the state of Minas Gerais during the pandemic, used by more than 40,000 residents. Plentz brings over 30 years of experience across business, innovation, government relations and consulting, and the firm is willing to lead rounds. Notable activity includes a R$3M investment in agtech startup Eirene Solutions in late 2018, along with portfolio and brand initiatives such as PapoFácil and 211. In Brazil, Bromelia Capital, a São Paulo venture capital firm founded in 2017, consolidated its operations by acquiring Techtools Ventures and incorporating the newly created techtools capital, bringing the high-social-impact investment portfolio under its umbrella. By combining a venture-builder model with a healthcare and security focus, Techtools backs science-based Brazilian founders pursuing both financial and social returns.

Tectonic Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Newton, Massachusetts, focused on early-stage investments in technology and healthcare. Established in 2016, the firm has a strong emphasis on sectors such as software, SaaS, robotics, and life sciences. Tectonic Ventures' portfolio includes companies like Vecna Robotics, a leader in autonomous material handling solutions, and Butlr, a sensor platform for understanding human behavior in spaces. The firm recently raised over $87.1 million for its second fund, increasing its total assets under management significantly. The team at Tectonic Ventures is led by experienced partners, including Matthew Rhodes-Kropf, a professor at MIT and Harvard, and Morris Miller, co-founder of Rackspace​. They are known for their hands-on approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and industry expertise to help startups scale effectively. For startups looking to engage with Tectonic Ventures, demonstrating strong innovation in technology or healthcare and having a capable management team are critical. The firm values founders who can navigate complex challenges and are dedicated to making a significant impact in their respective fields​.

Teknasyon is a Turkish technology and mobile app development company, recognized for its rapid growth and impact on the global app market. Since its founding in 2013, Teknasyon has developed over 30 mobile applications, reaching more than 1.5 billion downloads across 196 countries. Their apps cater to a wide range of consumer needs, from meditation and health tech to e-commerce and location-based services. This diverse portfolio has helped them establish a prominent presence, especially in the B2C mobile app sector. Beyond app development, Teknasyon operates as a corporate venture capital firm, investing in startups at the Seed, Series A, and Series B stages. They have a particular interest in sectors like healthcare, AI, ed-tech, and digital media. Teknasyon actively supports the Turkish startup ecosystem, with investments in companies such as Meditopia, Panteon, and Otsimo. Their venture activities also extend to regions such as Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Northern Africa, reflecting their global investment outlook. As a firm, Teknasyon is committed to leveraging its technological expertise to scale innovative ideas and transform them into successful businesses.

Tekton Ventures is an international, seed-stage venture capital firm founded in 2008 and headquartered in San Francisco, with deep Silicon Valley roots and a global footprint. It runs a collaborative global investment platform, backing both early-stage startups and early-stage funds worldwide, and emphasizes long-term relationships with founders and fund managers that let it capture emerging innovation trends at inception. Its permanent-capital structure is designed to embrace the long, illiquid nature of venture investing. Typical first checks run roughly $100K to $1M, with a sweet spot around $500K, and the firm often invests alongside other early-stage investors rather than always leading. Sector interests span consumer and marketplace businesses, fintech, e-commerce, enterprise applications, retail, mobility and the gig and sharing economy. Geographically it concentrates on Silicon Valley plus select tech centers such as London and Israel, and fast-growing digitally connected markets across Asia, including China, Korea and India, as well as Latin America and Africa. The firm reports more than 160 portfolio companies, 66-plus fund partners, companies operating in 25-plus countries, over $106B in portfolio market value and 32 IPOs and exits. Notable companies include Coupang (NYSE IPO, roughly $102B market cap), Toss, Flutterwave, PayJoy, Merama, Signifyd, Moove, Outdoorsy, Thumbtack and PropTiger (acquired by Aurum PropTech in July 2025). Recent activity includes a Series A investment in LatAm conversational-AI startup Vambe in December 2025 and the NASDAQ listing of Virtuix in January 2026. The firm was founded by Jai Choi, who serves as Co-Founder and Managing Partner, and runs an approximately six-person team. Tekton blends fund and direct investing across global frontier markets.

TEL Venture Capital, Inc. is the corporate venture capital arm of Tokyo Electron Ltd. (TEL), the world's leading semiconductor and flat-panel-display production-equipment manufacturer. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Silicon Valley (Fremont, California) with an additional office in Tokyo, the firm invests globally in innovative technologies that generate synergies with Tokyo Electron's core semiconductor and display businesses, their peripheral fields, and other silicon fabrication and process technologies. Target areas span process, design, materials, hardware and software, sustainability and conservation, and adjacent deep-tech, and the firm has issued an open call for startups of any stage building ultra-small, real-time sensors, for pressure, temperature, gas, flow, moisture and plasma characteristics, for integration into state-of-the-art semiconductor process equipment. Rather than acting as a purely financial backer, TEL VC treats portfolio companies as strategic partners, pursuing joint development and collaborative business and offering access to Tokyo Electron's global business infrastructure, deep technical resources, and worldwide sales and distribution channels, typically as a co-investor. Per its own site the firm has invested in 52 companies across 12 countries and regions. Notable and recent portfolio companies include Ferroelectric Memory Company (Series C, November 2025), Fortaegis Technologies (July 2025), EN2CORE Technology (June 2025), Hinalea, ADTEX, NexFi Technology, Cellid and Wooptix. Bobby Shirai joined as president in December 2024, and the team has expanded with multiple investment and technical professionals across the US, Japan, Korea and Israel. By coupling capital with joint development and Tokyo Electron's global platform, TEL VC backs the deep-tech and materials companies most relevant to advanced semiconductor manufacturing.

Telefónica Tech Ventures is the global corporate venture capital vehicle of Telefónica, the Spanish multinational telecommunications group, specialized in cybersecurity and adjacent enterprise technology. Launched in 2020 and promoted by ElevenPaths, Telefónica's cybersecurity unit within Telefónica Tech, together with Telefónica Innovation Ventures, the group's broader CVC active since 2007, it is headquartered in Madrid with a presence in Silicon Valley. The fund's stated purpose is to detect disruptive innovation in cybersecurity, including threat intelligence, cloud security, data protection and AI applied to security, while also backing cloud, IoT and data startups worldwide and developing joint business with them. It typically invests up to roughly EUR 6M, about $7M, per deal at Series A to C stages, with observed checks in the $2M to $3M range, generally as a co-investor, and at launch set out to fund around fifteen cybersecurity developers over three years. Its investment scope spans Europe, the United States, Israel and Latin America. Tracked activity shows about 53 investments and 15 portfolio exits, with the most recent investment being a seed round in Mexican clean-energy marketplace Solfium in January 2025, around $2.2M alongside Wayra Hispam. Notable cybersecurity and connectivity holdings include Nozomi Networks in OT/IoT security, Red Sift, CounterCraft, Devo, Hdiv Security, Blueliv/4IQ, Kymatio, Mitiga Solutions and Monogoto. The fund is led by director Guenia Gawendo and leverages Telefónica's global telecom infrastructure, customer base and operating expertise as a strategic partner to its portfolio companies.

Telefónica Ventures, formally Telefónica Innovation Ventures (TIV), is the corporate venture capital arm of Telefónica, the Spanish multinational telecommunications group. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Madrid with an office in Silicon Valley, it invests and builds strategic partnerships aligned with Telefónica's global strategy. It runs a dual model: making direct investments in technology startups and acting as a limited partner in a network of leading venture capital funds in key Telefónica markets, 12 funds in total, including Alter Venture Partners in Silicon Valley, Vintage in Israel, four funds in Spain and three in Brazil. Its current portfolio comprises around 10 directly held startups plus more than 80 companies reached through those fund commitments. Investment scope spans Europe, the United States, Israel and Latin America, and thematic focus areas include 5G and next-generation communications, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, IoT, cloud, edge, video, gaming, fintech and digital transformation, with growing interest in Web3 for telecoms. Across tracked direct activity it has made roughly 28 investments with about 4 exits and only a handful of lead positions, typically co-investing in larger rounds. Notable and recent direct investments include AI search company Perplexity in December 2024, Barcelona-based Mitiga Solutions in 2024, embedded-insurance startup Weecover, and cybersecurity firm Nozomi Networks. Telefónica Ventures sits within a broader corporate innovation ecosystem that also includes the Wayra accelerator, Telefónica Venture Builder and the cybersecurity-focused Telefónica Tech Ventures. By combining direct investments with a fund-of-funds network across its key markets, Telefónica Ventures connects the group to global technology innovation.

Telescope Partners is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early-growth B2B software companies. Founded by Mickey Arabelovic, who previously worked at Sequoia Capital and Summit Partners, Telescope is known for its thematic and bespoke approach to investment. The firm seeks out exceptional entrepreneurs who have already achieved product-market fit and are looking to scale their businesses. Telescope typically invests in sectors like enterprise software, cloud computing, SaaS, and AI. Some of its notable investments include Beaconstac, MedTrainer, and Hotel Engine. The firm is deeply involved in guiding its portfolio companies, offering both strategic insight and operational support to help them navigate the challenges of growth. With headquarters in San Francisco, Telescope Partners is small by design, maintaining a high-touch relationship with the companies it backs. The team works closely with founders to ensure their success, positioning themselves as long-term partners rather than just financial investors​.

TeleSoft Partners is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1996 by Arjun Gupta. Based in Aspen, Colorado, TeleSoft focuses on investing in technology and energy companies across various stages, from early to late-stage growth. With over $1 billion in capital commitments and a portfolio that includes more than 250 companies, TeleSoft has a track record of successful exits, including high-profile companies such as Coinbase, UiPath, and Instacart. The firm primarily invests in sectors like enterprise software, telecommunications, and energy solutions. TeleSoft is known for providing both capital and strategic guidance through its extensive network of advisors, industry experts, and operating partners. This approach has helped over 150 of its portfolio companies either go public or be acquired. Led by founder and Managing Partner Arjun Gupta, alongside a team of seasoned investors and industry veterans, TeleSoft Partners continues to be a key player in the venture capital space, helping technology companies scale and thrive in competitive markets.

Telosity, a venture capital fund managed by Vinaj Ventures, focuses on investing in early-stage startups dedicated to improving youth mental health and digital wellness. Based in Redwood City, California, the firm targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies that develop tech-driven solutions addressing critical mental health needs, particularly for adolescents and young adults aged 10-24. The fund aims to create scalable, for-profit business models that positively impact mental well-being. Telosity's investment approach is centered on solving the youth mental health crisis, which has seen a surge in demand, exacerbated by the pandemic and social pressures. The youth wellness and mental health market is expected to reach $26 billion by 2027, making it a significant growth opportunity for investors. Telosity typically invests $100,000 to $300,000 in startups and actively supports its portfolio companies through partnerships and a network of experts in healthcare and technology. Their portfolio includes startups like Akili and Elemy, which focus on innovative digital therapeutics and behavioral health solutions. By focusing on tech-enabled solutions that increase access to mental health care, Telosity seeks to address the urgent needs of young people while driving business growth in a rapidly expanding sector.

Ten Eleven Ventures is a venture capital firm uniquely dedicated to investing in cybersecurity. Founded in 2015 by Alex Doll and Mark Hatfield, it focuses exclusively on cyber companies, investing across all stages—from seed to growth. This stage-agnostic strategy has allowed them to invest in early-stage disruptors like Cylance and growth-stage leaders like Darktrace, leveraging their deep sector expertise to support companies at every phase. The firm operates globally, with investments in regions like North America, the UK, Israel, and recently expanding into Southeast Asia, thanks to partnerships with firms like KKR and Temasek. Their notable exits include companies like Ping Identity, Hexadite, and Cylance, reflecting their success in identifying and scaling innovative cybersecurity startups. Ten Eleven offers more than just capital, providing strategic guidance through a strong network of cybersecurity veterans and a specialized team. The leadership includes Alex Doll and Mark Hatfield, alongside key team members like COO Brian Draves and CMO Megan Dubofsky, all contributing to their deep technical insight and ability to help portfolio companies grow.

10vc is a venture capital firm based on the West Coast, co-founded by Ben Patterson and Daniel Ramirez in 2022. The firm focuses on investing in pre-seed and seed-stage companies that are building breakthrough technologies. Their investment strategy emphasizes early-stage startups in areas such as synthetic biology, AI/ML, energy transition, and advanced manufacturing. They aim to back founders with transformative ideas that can scale into impactful platforms. Notable companies in 10vc's portfolio include Remitly, Luminar, Aurora Solar, Maxwell, and Anduril, showcasing their ability to identify high-potential startups across diverse industries. Their typical investment ranges around $1 million, and they actively work alongside founders to help accelerate growth and de-risk their companies. 10vc’s model leverages a global network of partners, including research labs, accelerators, and industry leaders in sectors like fintech, healthcare, and cybersecurity. With a collaborative approach, they provide startups with not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to critical expertise in growth, marketing, and technology. Based in Millbrae, California, 10vc has quickly built a reputation for supporting innovative founders and helping them scale from the earliest stages to IPOs.

TEN13 is an innovative venture capital firm based in Fortitude Valley, Australia, co-founded by Stew Glynn and Steve Baxter in 2019. TEN13 operates on a deal-by-deal investment model, allowing its network of over 500 investors to choose specific deals they want to back. This model offers flexibility and targeted investment opportunities, enabling investors to allocate capital more precisely. TEN13 focuses on early-stage investments in diverse sectors, including fintech, health and wellbeing, education, and AI. Notable portfolio companies include Clipchamp, an online video editing platform acquired by Microsoft, Go1, an online learning platform that recently raised $200 million from Softbank, and Chipper Cash, a leading African fintech app. The firm has seen significant growth, deploying over $70 million across 32 startups since its inception. TEN13 is known for its supportive approach, providing more than just capital. They offer strategic guidance, network connections, and operational support to help startups scale effectively. This hands-on approach has been a key factor in their success, with several of their portfolio companies achieving substantial growth and recognition. TEN13’s team includes experienced professionals like Sophie Robertson, who was recently promoted to Partner, and Joel Pobar, who joined as a Venture Partner to strengthen their AI investments. The firm continues to expand its presence, recently building connections in Southeast Asia and North America to support and discover new opportunities.

Tenaya Capital is a leading venture capital firm that specializes in providing early-growth stage capital to technology startups. Founded in 1995, originally as Lehman Brothers Venture Partners, the firm became independent in 2009. Based in Portola Valley, California, and Wellesley, Massachusetts, Tenaya typically invests at the Series B and Series C stages, supporting companies as they scale towards significant growth. Tenaya has invested in over 100 companies across sectors such as enterprise software, consumer internet, and IT infrastructure. Their investment sizes range from $5 million to $20 million, with a focus on helping businesses become category leaders. Tenaya is particularly active in the enterprise tech space, with investments in high-profile companies like Druva, Lyra Health, and Eventbrite. They are known for their hands-on involvement, often taking board seats and guiding companies through various growth stages. The firm is now operating from its seventh fund, valued at $450 million, and remains committed to working closely with entrepreneurs, providing them with the resources and strategic guidance needed to achieve success.

Tenere Capital is a New York-based hedge fund with a diversified investment portfolio across seven sectors, with a strong focus on technology. As of mid-2024, the firm manages approximately $336 million in assets. Its strategy is heavily weighted toward large-cap stocks, particularly in the U.S. tech sector, with major holdings in companies like Microsoft, Apple, and Alphabet. Technology accounts for about 34% of Tenere's portfolio, with investments spanning across both new and established firms. Tenere's investment strategy primarily involves large-cap stocks, with 71% of the portfolio comprised of companies valued over $10 billion. The firm actively adjusts its positions, purchasing shares in companies like Palo Alto Networks and Broadcom while also selling stakes in others, such as Alphabet and Meta Platforms. Overall, Tenere Capital focuses on dynamic portfolio management, leveraging its expertise in technology and other high-growth sectors to maximize returns.

Tengelmann Ventures (TEV) is the corporate venture capital arm of the Tengelmann Group, a long-established German retail conglomerate. Founded in 2009 and based in Munich, the firm invests primarily in consumer-centric B2C and B2B businesses across the DACH region, backing entrepreneurs whose missions align with three themes: preserving life and the environment, simplifying everyday life, and individualizing products and services to changing needs. It concentrates on Seed through Series A and B rounds, with sectors spanning consumer internet, e-commerce and retail, digital marketplaces, fintech, software and technology, and emerging consumer-facing categories, and it is willing to lead. As of mid-2025 the firm had invested in roughly 56 companies, and its track record includes three unicorns, Scalable Capital, SumUp and Cabify, nine IPOs and 21 acquisitions, with notable holdings and exits including SumUp, Scalable Capital, Delivery Hero, Lazada Group, Global Fashion Group, Masterplan and Edurino. The team comprises about ten people including four partners, with managing directors Götz Müller, Patrick M. Schaich and Werner Stütz. The firm positions itself as a reliable, long-term and sustainability-minded partner that builds relationships with founders early. Its most recent disclosed investment was a Series B in digital education platform Edurino on July 3, 2025. By combining patient, retail-rooted capital with a clear consumer thesis, Tengelmann Ventures backs founders across commerce, fintech and software in German-speaking Europe and beyond.

TenOneTen Ventures is a Los Angeles-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments, primarily in technical teams reimagining major industries. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs who have built and exited eight venture-backed startups—including AdSense (acquired by Google), Factual, and Scopely—TenOneTen leverages this deep operational experience to help startups grow. The firm typically invests in the pre-seed, seed, and Series A stages, with check sizes ranging from $500K to $4M. TenOneTen is particularly active in sectors like retail technology, health tech, artificial intelligence, and real estate tech. Their portfolio includes companies like Crexi, Elroy Air, and Daily, all of which are disrupting their respective industries. The firm also maintains a strong connection with the local tech scene in Los Angeles, hosting the popular "LA Venture" podcast to foster conversations with local investors. TenOneTen Ventures is committed to partnering with founders who are building innovative solutions and offers more than just capital by providing mentorship and strategic guidance, especially for engineers transitioning to entrepreneurial roles. The team continues to support high-growth startups with a mission to solve the world’s biggest challenges through technology.

Tensility Venture Partners is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in enterprise AI companies. With a focus on AI-driven solutions, they back startups working in critical sectors such as cybersecurity, healthcare, infrastructure, and vertical applications like AI for drug development and digital health. Tensility seeks mission-driven founders who leverage proprietary data and novel AI approaches to solve significant industry challenges. The firm, co-founded by Wayne Boulais and Armando Pauker, prides itself on deep technical expertise and over two decades of venture investing experience. Since 2017, Tensility has evaluated more than 1,200 AI deals and invested in 48 companies. Their portfolio includes companies like Agnostiq, which focuses on quantum computing for AI, and BrainCheck, a cognitive health diagnostic platform. Tensility’s investment strategy goes beyond capital infusion. They are hands-on investors, actively guiding founders through the toughest stages of their startup journey. Their typical check size ranges between $150K and $250K at the seed stage, and they often lead or co-lead rounds. Diversity is also a core value, with 70% of the founders in their second fund being women or people of color. For entrepreneurs ready to transform industries through AI, Tensility provides not only financial backing but also the operational support needed to scale and achieve successful exits.

Tensor Ventures is a Prague-based, Luxembourg-domiciled deep-tech venture capital firm founded in 2018 that invests in frontier technologies and sustainable innovation across Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. The firm focuses on sectors it describes itself as fluent in: artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, computational biotech (techbio), semiconductors and sustainable and space technology. It participates in Seed and Series A rounds, sometimes leading and sometimes co-investing with trusted partners, and sources deals through proprietary methods including university referrals and partnerships with corporates such as Intel and NVIDIA. Tensor's first fund deployed roughly EUR 18.5M to EUR 20M into about 20 startups over four years and ranked in the top 20% of VC funds; in October 2024 it announced a second EUR 50M deep-tech fund, with the European Investment Fund committing EUR 20M, allocating roughly half its capital to Czech startups and half globally. Seed investments have averaged about $1.66M round size and its three Series A rounds around $16.5M. Across a portfolio of about 27 companies, notable holdings include Heartbeat.bio, Stacktape, Quantagonia, Antiverse, Anari.ai, Beit, QC82, DYNANIC and exits Neuronix and ultimate.suit. The firm is led by founders and general partners Martin Drdul and Roman Smola, with Petr Ulvr leading business development. Its most recent disclosed deal was leading a roughly $4M seed round in London-based enterprise-app modernization startup AppFactor, announced in January 2026. Tensor Ventures pairs deep-tech specialization with strong university and corporate sourcing across the CEE region.

Tenth Avenue Holdings (TAH) is a diversified holding company that invests in and operates businesses across various sectors, with a focus on creating long-term value. Based in New York, TAH's portfolio includes companies in consumer goods, pet products, and home and lifestyle brands, such as Jolly Pets, Bronx Brewery, and Under Your Skin. They focus on partnerships with founders and operators, emphasizing collaboration while giving companies the autonomy to run their businesses effectively. TAH is particularly committed to supporting the growth of its portfolio companies by providing expertise, resources, and a wide-reaching network. This collaborative and supportive approach has allowed businesses like From You Flowers and Kerrits to scale successfully, demonstrating TAH’s ability to contribute to both strategic growth and operational support. TAH prioritizes companies that deliver value to consumers and maintain strong customer loyalty. Their hands-on management style ensures that the businesses in their portfolio are well-positioned to thrive in competitive markets while staying aligned with TAH's values of integrity and long-term growth​.

Terracotta Ventures, founded in 2019 and based in São Paulo, Brazil, is a venture capital firm focused on PropTech and Construtech startups. Their mission is to transform the real estate and construction sectors through disruptive technologies, emphasizing sustainability and innovative funding models. They invest across Latin America, with a typical check size ranging from R$ 2-3 million. Terracotta Ventures backs startups that improve the efficiency and scalability of construction projects and real estate services. The firm is known for its deep expertise in the sector, managing a portfolio of over R$ 360 million in assets. Recent investments include OrçaFascio and InstaCasa, both of which aim to digitize and optimize construction processes. In collaboration with GRI Club, Terracotta is committed to further expanding the reach of PropTech in the region, with a goal of raising R$ 300 million by 2025 to invest in over 500 startups.

Tesi (Finnish Industry Investment Ltd) is a state-owned investment company committed to scaling Finnish startups and growth companies globally. With a focus on industries like deep technology, health tech, and the clean economy, Tesi prioritizes companies that promote sustainable development and innovation. Its investment strategy emphasizes co-investing alongside private investors, often taking minority stakes of up to 50% in rounds typically between €5 million and €20 million. Tesi is known for participating in both early and later-stage rounds, particularly Series A to C, and supporting companies through industrial projects, growth equity, and venture capital. Geographically focused on Finland, Tesi's mission is to foster international expansion for Finnish companies. Notable investments include health-tech companies like Oura and Zen Robotics, reflecting Tesi’s strategic focus on scaling up businesses with strong international growth potential. Their average check size ranges from €2 million to €15 million. The leadership team is anchored in expertise, with key players like Mikael Niemi and Juuso Puolanne overseeing growth and circular economy investments. Tesi is proactive in fostering innovation and welcomes companies aligned with clean transition and tech-driven growth. Startups are encouraged to reach out with clear internationalization strategies, as Tesi places a premium on strong teams and robust business models.

Tess Ventures is a global venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, founded in 2017 by Tess Hau. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth sectors such as blockchain, Web3, AI, decentralized finance, and women-led companies, particularly in Southeast Asia. Tess Ventures is known for its commitment to fostering innovation in emerging markets and providing strong support to early-stage startups. Their investment approach is hands-on, with the firm often assisting startups from the seed stage through Series A, helping them refine their product offerings, investor relations, and market positioning. Tess Ventures boasts an impressive and diverse portfolio, featuring companies like Shrapnel, a Web3 gaming platform; Aethir, a decentralized infrastructure company; and MetaZone, which focuses on business productivity software. Their portfolio extends across the globe, emphasizing their global reach and deep involvement in the tech ecosystem. The firm has backed over 70 companies and ecosystems actively growing within blockchain and related sectors. What sets Tess Ventures apart is their dedication to supporting women-led startups and businesses in Southeast Asia, with a mission to empower diverse founders. Led by Tess Hau, the firm leverages extensive industry connections to drive the success of its portfolio companies by facilitating partnerships, providing strategic mentorship, and fostering introductions to larger investors. Tess Ventures is not just an investor but a long-term partner, committed to helping startups scale and succeed in competitive markets.

Tet Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on rebuilding the global food system through bold innovation and sustainable solutions. Founded in 2020 by Neeraj Berry, Tet invests between $50K and $250K in foodtech startups worldwide, particularly across the U.S. and Europe. With a mission to solve some of the most pressing issues facing food production and sustainability, their portfolio includes pioneering companies like Arkeon, which uses CO2 to create food ingredients, and Impetus Ag, which develops novel agricultural technologies. Although primarily focused on foodtech, Tet occasionally backs startups in other sectors if they align with their vision of generational entrepreneurship. The firm actively seeks out businesses that are not just high-growth but built to last, supporting founders with capital, strategic mentorship, and access to an extensive network of experts. Tet Ventures operates from Berlin and frequently collaborates with other investors to accelerate the growth of early-stage companies. In addition to their investments, Tet fosters a community-centered approach, encouraging meaningful dialogue around sustainability and food system innovation. Startups are encouraged to approach Tet Ventures with a clear, impactful vision, as the firm emphasizes long-term potential over quick returns. With a strong belief in generational change, Tet Ventures aims to be a key player in driving forward a more sustainable, equitable future in global food systems, all while maintaining the flexibility to support projects with transformative potential outside the food sector.

Texas Ventures is a Houston-based private equity and venture capital firm with deep expertise in structured finance, capital markets and technology. Its investment philosophy is to identify emerging trends and opportunities before they are recognized by the broader market, and to take a proactive, hands-on approach working alongside entrepreneurs and managers building world-class companies; the team typically engages more closely with management than a traditional venture firm, and it is willing to lead. The firm focuses on communications, fintech and software, healthcare and life sciences, specialty finance, and energy transition and renewables. With more than 25 years managing venture investments and over 20 active investments, Texas Ventures has built a portfolio of roughly 44 companies, recording one IPO and eight acquisitions, with notable holdings and exits including Data.World, Arbe and YapStone; its most recent disclosed exit was Machfu in December 2024. The firm is led by founding and managing partner E. Scott Crist, a serial entrepreneur and CEO of AI computer-vision company Osperity, former CEO of Telscape International and Matrix Telecom, with an MBA from Northwestern's Kellogg School. The partner team includes Andrew Clark, covering SaaS, communications, energy-tech, hardware, life sciences, fintech and IoT; Harvin Moore, covering aerospace and aviation, public and private investments, education and SaaS; and Aruna Viswanathan, covering AI, cloud, SaaS, semiconductors and e-commerce, with Greg Smith as CFO. The firm has also sponsored a series of Texas Ventures Acquisition SPACs, including a $200M Nasdaq IPO in 2025. Texas Ventures blends venture and structured-finance expertise with hands-on engagement.

TEXO Ventures is an early-stage healthcare venture capital firm based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2009 to invest in and build innovative healthcare companies; its name derives from the Latin for 'to build with great care.' TEXO invests in the 'business' of healthcare rather than the 'science,' targeting companies at the convergence of Health IT and health services that use recurring-revenue models, require less capital to commercialize, are highly scalable and face fewer regulatory hurdles, and it is willing to lead. It primarily invests across four sectors: Health IT and technology-enabled health services; managed care and benefit design; medical devices and diagnostics, only when uniquely differentiated with a clear 510(k)-style regulatory path; and personalized-medicine technology. The firm explicitly avoids consumer health services and devices, pharmaceutical development, oncology products, therapeutics, biotechnology and pre-revenue concepts, and typically targets opportunities with pre-money valuations between $3M and $10M. TEXO takes an active, non-passive approach, drawing on more than 60 years of combined operating experience. Across a portfolio of about 11 companies it counts one unicorn, Lantern, which reached unicorn status in 2023, with other notable holdings including OpenMarkets Health, CareDox, BetterDoctor, Sensentia, Wenzel Spine, Televero Health and Ortho Kinematics. Average round sizes have been roughly $2.3M at seed and $2.0M at Series A. The firm is led by managing partners Philip Sanger, MD and Jerry DeVries, with Randall Crowder as adviser. By focusing on capital-efficient, scalable health-services and IT businesses, TEXO backs the commercial side of healthcare innovation.

CFH Management GmbH, based in Leipzig, Germany, manages the Technologiegründerfonds Sachsen (TGFS), a venture capital fund focused on supporting technology-oriented startups in Saxony. Since its inception in 2008, TGFS has provided both early-stage equity investments and strategic guidance to over 100 startups, particularly in sectors like software, IoT, industrial tech, and healthcare. The fund's goal is to back innovative companies during the seed phase and help them grow into scalable businesses. TGFS typically invests between €100,000 to €1 million in promising startups, with the ability to offer follow-on funding for companies progressing through later stages. The fund is actively involved in mentoring and facilitating connections between startups and industry experts, ensuring that portfolio companies gain both financial backing and operational expertise. Notable portfolio companies include Peeriot and in.hub, which specialize in IoT and industrial automation. Led by experienced managers such as Sören Schuster, who brings over two decades of venture capital experience, TGFS focuses on long-term partnerships. Their team combines deep industry knowledge with hands-on involvement, working closely with founders to help navigate challenges from product development to market entry. TGFS is supported by both private and public institutions, including ERDF funds, reinforcing its role as a key driver of innovation in Saxony’s startup ecosystem. Through its strategic investments, TGFS continues to play a vital role in fostering technological innovation in the region.

The Twenty Minute VC (20VC) is a highly influential podcast and venture capital fund created by Harry Stebbings, combining media and venture capital in a unique way. The podcast, featuring interviews with top VCs and entrepreneurs like Reid Hoffman and Daniel Ek, is known for its fast-paced, insightful discussions about funding, scaling, and leadership. With millions of downloads, it has become a go-to resource for aspiring founders and investors. The 20VC Fund, launched by Stebbings, focuses on pre-seed, seed, and Series A investments. The fund has built an impressive portfolio, including companies like Sorare, Hopin, and Ledgy. It targets disruptive startups with scalable potential across various sectors such as SaaS, fintech, and marketplaces. The fund actively leads early-stage rounds, offering both capital and strategic support to founders. With a West Coast and London presence, the 20VC Fund typically invests globally, particularly in the U.S. and Europe. Harry Stebbings is not just an investor but also a media personality, using his platform to amplify the stories of founders and venture partners. His fund emphasizes the importance of personal connections, often engaging deeply with founders through the podcast and network before investing. Startups interested in pitching to 20VC are encouraged to demonstrate market traction and scalability while aligning with the fund’s vision of backing bold and innovative entrepreneurs at the earliest stages.

The 22 Fund is a pioneering venture capital firm that champions sustainable growth by investing in advanced manufacturing startups, particularly those that create quality jobs in underserved communities. The fund is deeply committed to clean tech, life sciences, and next-gen manufacturing technologies, fostering innovation that aligns with environmental and social impact. Notable investments include companies like Ecofix, which specializes in eco-friendly industrial solutions, and BioBlend, a leader in biodegradable plastics. These investments underscore The 22 Fund’s focus on industries that blend technological advancement with sustainability. Geographically, The 22 Fund targets investments across the United States, with a particular focus on urban and rural areas that have been historically overlooked by traditional venture capital. This strategic focus aims to drive economic growth and job creation in these regions. The fund’s investment strategy is rooted in supporting scalable businesses that offer significant social and environmental benefits. They typically provide early-stage funding and are known for their hands-on approach, offering strategic guidance and resources to help startups achieve their full potential. The average investment check ranges from $500,000 to $5 million, and The 22 Fund is open to leading funding rounds, especially when the investment aligns with their mission-driven criteria. The leadership team includes Tracy Gray, a seasoned investor with a background in engineering and public policy, who is based in Los Angeles. Her extensive experience in both the private and public sectors equips The 22 Fund with unique insights into fostering innovation and inclusivity in venture capital. For startups looking to engage with The 22 Fund, a direct, mission-aligned pitch emphasizing both the business potential and the social impact is essential. They value thorough market analysis and clear plans for scalability and impact.

The Artemis Fund, based in Houston, Texas, is a venture capital firm focused on investing in female-founded startups. Established in 2019 by Stephanie Campbell, Diana Murakhovskaya, and Leslie Goldman Tepper, the fund targets early-stage companies in fintech, commerce, and care tech. Their mission is to diversify the face of wealth and support innovative solutions that address significant everyday economic problems. The Artemis Fund has recently closed its second fund at $36 million, which will continue to support female-led startups. The fund has already invested in over 20 companies, with a notable focus on Black, Latinx, and immigrant founders​. Key investments include startups like Hello Divorce, Gemist, Max Retail, Payverse, and Builder's Patch, which provide solutions ranging from tech-enabled divorce guidance to cross-border payment processing. The Artemis Fund's approach involves not only providing capital but also leveraging their extensive networks and expertise to help startups scale and succeed. They are supported by major institutional investors such as Bank of America, Amazon, and TIAA Nuveen’s Churchill Asset Management, among others​. This strong backing enables The Artemis Fund to drive meaningful change and foster a more inclusive and diverse entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The BFM Fund, also known as Black Founders Matter, is a seed-stage venture capital fund dedicated to investing in Black and innovative entrepreneurs across the United States. Founded by Himalaya Rao-Potlapally, the fund was created to address the glaring inequities in venture capital funding, particularly the lack of access to capital for Black founders. The fund is industry-agnostic, meaning it invests across various sectors, but it places a strong emphasis on impactful ventures that can drive significant change. With a focus on early-stage investments, the BFM Fund not only provides capital but also offers strategic guidance and access to industry-specific resources to help founders scale their businesses effectively. The fund has a portfolio that includes companies like Saysh, a footwear brand by Olympian Allyson Felix, HUED, a healthcare startup backed by Serena Williams, and Glow Up Games, a mobile gaming company. The BFM Fund's strategy is built around inclusivity, aiming to create a pathway for Black founders to achieve success and generate returns for investors. By working closely with portfolio companies over 12 to 18 months, BFM helps them achieve key milestones necessary for scaling and securing further investment​.