11 Tribes Ventures

11 Tribes Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2020 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm focuses on investing in technology companies led by purpose-driven entrepreneurs. Its mission is to enhance the wellbeing of these entrepreneurs and promote human flourishing, seeking returns that extend beyond mere financial gain. 11 Tribes Ventures provides a comprehensive support system, including relational, intellectual, and financial resources, to help both the businesses and their founders thrive. This proactive approach aims to create companies that are not only durable and sustainable but also profitable in the long term.

Jeff Baxter

Partner and Head of Platform

Kristina Chapple

Analyst

Josh Clark

Venture Partner

Myers Dupuy

Venture Partner

Jill Going

Venture Partner

Jason Locy

Venture Partner

Brad Lomenick

Venture Partner

Wes Mathews

Venture Partner

Jeffrey Mikitka

Venture Partner

Peter Ochs

Venture Partner

Sarah Parkins

Venture Partner

Mark Phillips

Founder and Managing Partner

Will Phillips

Venture Partner

Hannah Stolze

Venture Partner

Brett Verkaik

Head of Venture Partners

Billy Watterson

Venture Partner

Brenda Watterson

Venture Partner

Carolyn Wilson

Venture Partner

Melissa Milanak Ph.D

Venture Partner

5 past transactions

TIKI

Convertible Note in 2022
At TIKI, we believe in transparency. Instead of pitch decks, we’ve elected to publicize in detail our entire game plan. Give it a shot; it’s a quick read and certainly something different: mytiki.com/gameplan *Sorry, you'll have to copy-paste. Crunchbase doesn't allow links.*

8base

Series A in 2022
8base, Inc. is a cloud-based platform that enables developers to build and run enterprise-class web and mobile applications using GraphQL. Founded in 2017 and based in Coral Gables, Florida, the company offers a suite of tools, including an app builder, serverless backend, and a data management system. Its platform allows front-end developers to create applications in their preferred frameworks while leveraging a robust back-end-as-a-service hosted on AWS. By utilizing no-code technology and a serverless architecture, 8base aims to streamline software development and accelerate the deployment of new applications, ultimately enhancing business impact. The use of blockchain technology further supports the creation of a network effect among developers, fostering collaboration and innovation in software development.

GRID

Seed Round in 2022
Develop gaming solutions for understanding situations and challenges encountered in INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Native AI

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Native is creating a transparent and sustainable food supply chain. Our software helps seed/genetics companies, growers, and CPG's manage their data, digitize their supply chains, and acquire 1st-party consumer insights. The result of this is cleaner labels, reduced costs, and more profits as our customers provide traceable ingredients that meet the increasing expectations of consumers and regulators.

iRx Reminder

Seed Round in 2014
iRx Reminder LLC provides a real time mobile data capturing application for clinical trials. It enables the users to capture digital and electronic data from patients and study participants. Additionally, the company’s web-based control center enables users to create surveys, medication schedules, and intervention activities. iRx Reminder LLC was founded in 2009 and is based in Akron, Ohio.
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