Swift Ventures

Swift Ventures, established in 2021 and headquartered in Lafayette, California, is a venture capital firm focused on supporting seed and early-stage companies in the fields of artificial intelligence and automation with B2B business models. The firm is led by experienced former founders who emphasize a collaborative and supportive approach to investment, aiming to provide practical guidance throughout the company-building process. Swift Ventures seeks to partner with companies that demonstrate an early compelling product accompanied by positive revenue and retention signals, reflecting its commitment to fostering growth from initial stages to potential public offerings.

Michelle Chen

Principal

Melissa Demma

Senior Associate

John Hughes

General Partner

Past deals in Video on Demand

Capsule

Series A in 2025
Capsule, founded in 2021 by Champ Bennett and Joseph Jorgensen, is a video editing platform that addresses the increasing demand for video content among businesses. Utilizing CapsuleScript, an innovative markup language for video, the platform automates the post-production process, allowing users to create desktop-quality videos from any browser-enabled device. Capsule's technology facilitates the crowdsourcing, editing, and distribution of video, enabling companies to produce polished short-form content efficiently. The platform also offers auto-personalization features that enhance each video with branding, effects, and music, making it easier for users to maintain a consistent video presence at affordable rates. Capsule has attracted investment from prominent figures in the AI and creative tools sectors, further solidifying its position in the market.

Capsule

Seed Round in 2023
Capsule, founded in 2021 by Champ Bennett and Joseph Jorgensen, is a video editing platform that addresses the increasing demand for video content among businesses. Utilizing CapsuleScript, an innovative markup language for video, the platform automates the post-production process, allowing users to create desktop-quality videos from any browser-enabled device. Capsule's technology facilitates the crowdsourcing, editing, and distribution of video, enabling companies to produce polished short-form content efficiently. The platform also offers auto-personalization features that enhance each video with branding, effects, and music, making it easier for users to maintain a consistent video presence at affordable rates. Capsule has attracted investment from prominent figures in the AI and creative tools sectors, further solidifying its position in the market.

Tubi

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Tubi, Inc. operates a free ad-supported streaming service that offers a wide selection of over 12,000 movies and television shows from major Hollywood studios. The platform is designed to provide users with easy access to on-demand content without subscription fees or credit card requirements. Tubi's service is available in the United States and Canada and can be accessed via various devices, including smart TVs, gaming consoles, and mobile applications. The company also develops video-on-demand applications for content owners, enabling them to monetize their offerings through targeted advertisements. Incorporated in 2009 and based in San Francisco, California, Tubi has established itself as a leader in the ad-supported streaming market, providing viewers with a convenient way to discover and enjoy a diverse array of entertainment.
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