Realist Ventures

Realist Ventures, founded in 2018 and based in Stamford, Connecticut, is a venture capital firm that focuses on making minority investments in various stages of company development, including pre-seed, seed, early, and later stages. The firm targets a diverse range of sectors, primarily emphasizing biotechnology, software, technology, and software as a service. In 2020, it launched the Realist Fund, which specifically invests in early-stage companies across sectors such as healthcare technology, communications and networking, insurance, capital markets, software, information technology, pharmaceuticals, and IT services. The fund typically invests amounts ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 in these sectors, aiming to support innovative companies in the United States.

Patricia Barakett

Co-Founder and General Partner

Marie Rocha

Co-Founder and General Partner

4 past transactions

GRID

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

Career Karma

Seed Round in 2019
Career Karma, Inc. is a company that provides an application designed to help individuals discover coding courses and bootcamps. The platform enables users to browse a wide range of programs in areas such as web development, software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and more. By offering free coaching and peer mentorship, Career Karma supports over 150,000 members in navigating their career transitions. The application features a directory of approximately 9,000 bootcamps and trade schools, allowing users to compare courses and read student reviews to find the best fit for their needs. Additionally, the mobile app facilitates connections with current students and alumni, further assisting users in preparing for admission and achieving their career goals. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Career Karma aims to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to enhance their skills and advance their careers in technology.

Shipsi

Seed Round in 2018
Shipsi, Inc. is a logistics solutions provider based in Venice, California, that specializes in instant and same-day delivery services for e-commerce retailers. Founded in 2016, the company enables retailers to seamlessly integrate an "instant shipping" option into their checkout processes without the complexities of managing logistics. By leveraging existing delivery networks and infrastructure, Shipsi facilitates rapid order fulfillment, allowing consumers to receive their purchases within hours. The platform also enhances the customer experience by offering live tracking, ensuring that both retailers and customers are updated throughout the delivery process. Through its innovative approach, Shipsi aims to improve product delivery speeds and overall customer satisfaction.

Valisure

Venture Round in 2018
Valisure LLC is an online analytical pharmacy based in New Haven, Connecticut, that was founded in 2015. The company addresses concerns about medication quality by chemically testing every batch of medication it sells. Valisure's digital platform allows patients and doctors in the United States to purchase and refill various medications and over-the-counter products. To ensure safety and efficacy, Valisure employs advanced laser-based analytical technology, providing a certificate of analysis for each batch. This certificate details validated dosage, inactive ingredients, and other critical properties. Medications are dispensed only after passing rigorous chemical analysis at Valisure's laboratory, which is staffed by scientists trained at Harvard and Yale. The company is ISO 17025 accredited and is registered with the DEA and FDA, emphasizing its commitment to consumer protection and quality assurance in the healthcare supply chain.
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