Valor Ventures

Valor Ventures, established in 2015 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage, female-led companies, primarily in the Southeast and East Coast regions of the United States. The firm focuses on consumer tech, software, fintech, and health tech sectors, with a typical investment size of $1-2 million. Valor Ventures also actively supports underrepresented founders and promotes financial inclusion through technology.

George Azih

Venture Partner

Roberta Bienfait

General Partner

Robin Bienfait

General Partner

Simon Lee

Venture Partner

William Leonard

Investor

Renee Montgomery

General Partner and Venture Partner

Sarah O'Brien

Founding Partner

Gary Peat

General Partner

Jean-Luc Vanhulst

Operating Partner

Jianan Sun Ph.D

Venture Partner

Past deals in Georgia

Acuity Behavioral Health

Seed Round in 2025
Acuity Behavioral Health improves inpatient psychiatric care and models operational practices in the behavioral healthcare environment. Acuity Behavioral Health was headquartered in Atlanta, United States.

Funding U

Private Equity Round in 2020
Funding U is a merit-based student lender founded in 2015 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company provides an alternative to conventional bank loan models by offering loans that are determined by students' academic performance, career trajectories, and earning potential, rather than relying on credit scores or cosigners. This approach aims to bridge the gap between traditional college financing and the actual cost of attendance, allowing career-focused college students to secure funding with fixed interest rates. By doing so, Funding U seeks to empower students to pursue their education without the financial burden that could lead to dropping out.

CapWay

Seed Round in 2019
CapWay, Inc. is a fintech company based in Atlanta, Georgia, founded in 2016, that focuses on providing virtual banking products and services tailored for the financially underserved, including the unbanked and underbanked populations. The company offers a comprehensive digital platform that includes mobile banking, debit cards, savings accounts, bill payment services, and micro-lending options. In addition to these financial services, CapWay emphasizes financial literacy by providing educational resources to help customers improve their financial health. By leveraging technology, CapWay aims to create access to essential financial tools and opportunities, fostering a pathway toward financial stability and generational wealth for those often overlooked by traditional banking systems.

The Gathering Spot

Seed Round in 2019
The Gathering Spot, LLC is a private membership club founded in 2014 and located in Atlanta, Georgia. It caters to professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives, offering a unique space for networking and collaboration. The club operates on an invite-only basis, fostering a community of creators and disruptors. Members benefit from a range of services, including stimulating events, concierge support, integrated technology, and amenities such as a restaurant and bar. Through its offerings, The Gathering Spot provides alternative work and social environments that enable members to build meaningful connections, develop compelling content, and celebrate culture through dining experiences.

Funding U

Seed Round in 2018
Funding U is a merit-based student lender founded in 2015 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The company provides an alternative to conventional bank loan models by offering loans that are determined by students' academic performance, career trajectories, and earning potential, rather than relying on credit scores or cosigners. This approach aims to bridge the gap between traditional college financing and the actual cost of attendance, allowing career-focused college students to secure funding with fixed interest rates. By doing so, Funding U seeks to empower students to pursue their education without the financial burden that could lead to dropping out.
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