Investors in Generation Z

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Techstars

Techstars Central LLC, founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, operates as a startup accelerator and venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage technology-oriented companies. It specializes in a mentorship-driven accelerator program, selecting ten startups each summer to participate in a three-month incubation period, offering funding of $120,000 in exchange for equity. Techstars invests primarily in sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented reality, and IoT, while avoiding investments in medical devices, healthcare technology, and local service-oriented businesses. In addition to its primary accelerator, Techstars has various specialized programs, including those focused on music, retail, mobility, and social impact, with global reach extending to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm prefers taking minority stakes, typically between six and ten percent, without seeking board representation or investor rights. Techstars has built a robust network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio, which includes over 1,000 companies with a significant collective market capitalization.
Made 25 investments in Generation Z

SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.
Made 21 investments in Generation Z

Sequoia Capital

Sequoia Capital is a prominent venture capital firm founded in 1972 and based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of startups, including seed, early, and growth stages, and focuses on sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, internet, and mobile. Sequoia typically invests between $100,000 and $1 million in seed companies, $1 million to $10 million in early-stage ventures, and $10 million to $100 million in growth investments. The firm operates globally, with significant activities in regions like Israel, China, and India, where it partners with dynamic founders to build successful companies. Sequoia's extensive portfolio includes notable firms and offers valuable insights and resources, benefiting from decades of experience in the venture capital landscape.
Made 21 investments in Generation Z

New Enterprise Associates

New Enterprise Associates, Inc. is a private equity and venture capital firm established in 1977 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in India and China. The firm specializes in investments across various stages of company development, including seed, start-up, early stage, and later stage, with a focus on sectors such as information technology, healthcare, and energy technology. NEA's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of industries, including consumer internet, software, biotechnology, medical devices, and alternative energy. With over $19 billion in cumulative committed capital, the firm has a notable track record, having participated in more than 210 portfolio company IPOs and over 360 acquisitions. NEA aims to invest between $0.05 million and $20 million, targeting both domestic and international markets, particularly in Asia and the Americas.
Made 20 investments in Generation Z

Qiming Venture Partners

Qiming Venture Partners is a prominent venture capital firm established in 2006 and headquartered in Shanghai, with additional offices in Beijing, Suzhou, and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in investing in early to growth-stage companies across various sectors, including media and internet, information technology, consumer and retail, healthcare, and clean technology in China. Since its inception, Qiming has built a reputation as a leading investment firm in the region, managing multiple funds with over $1 billion in assets. The firm aims to support promising entrepreneurs and innovative businesses, contributing to the development of China's dynamic economic landscape.
Made 22 investments in Generation Z

500 Labs

500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.
Made 21 investments in Generation Z

SoftBank

SoftBank Group Corp. is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1981, it provides a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and digital television. The company operates through several segments, including the SoftBank Vision Fund, which focuses on investing in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and fintech. Additionally, SoftBank manufactures and distributes mobile devices and offers services in e-commerce, internet advertising, and IT solutions. The firm also engages in renewable energy by generating and supplying electricity. Beyond telecommunications, SoftBank has interests in various sectors, including media, professional sports, and fashion through platforms like ZOZOTOWN. With a global presence, SoftBank actively invests in growth-stage companies, aiming to foster innovation and technological advancement across diverse industries.
Made 12 investments in Generation Z

GV

GV Management Company, LLC, established in 2009 as the venture capital arm of Alphabet Inc., specializes in investments across various stages, including seed, early, and late-stage funding. Based in Mountain View, California, with additional offices in Boston, New York, Seattle, Cambridge, and London, GV focuses on sectors such as life sciences, healthcare, artificial intelligence, robotics, transportation, cybersecurity, and agriculture. The firm has invested in over 300 companies, aiming to drive innovation and improve lives. GV seeks to make investments of up to $50 million, while offering early-stage startups funding of up to $250,000, typically taking minority stakes in these companies. Through its extensive network, GV provides startups with unique access to technology and talent, enhancing their potential for success.
Made 6 investments in Generation Z

ICONIQ Capital

ICONIQ Capital, LLC is a global multi-family office and investment firm based in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in New York and Singapore. Established in 2001, ICONIQ Capital originally served as the family office for Mark Zuckerberg but has since expanded its clientele to include influential families and organizations from Silicon Valley and beyond. The firm specializes in direct investments, particularly in technology growth equity, venture capital, middle market buyouts, and real estate. Its investment focus includes sectors such as enterprise software, financial technology, and information technology, primarily within North America and Europe. In addition to investment management, ICONIQ offers financial advisory and family office services, aiming to facilitate strategic relationships and governance for its clients.
Made 4 investments in Generation Z

Viola Group

Viola Group, based in Herzliya, Israel, is a prominent technology-focused investment firm with over $3 billion in assets under management. Established in 2000, it operates several specialized investment arms, including Viola Ventures, Viola Growth, Viola Credit, Viola Partners, and Viola FinTech. Each arm focuses on different stages and sectors, with Viola Ventures investing in early-stage technology companies, particularly in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and financial technology. Viola Growth targets expansion-stage companies, while Viola Credit offers customized credit products to growing technology firms. Viola FinTech specializes in cross-stage investments in the FinTech sector, concentrating on digital services, wealth management, customer engagement, and regulatory technology. The firm aims to support Israeli entrepreneurs and innovative startups by providing capital and strategic guidance, ultimately fostering the growth of transformational technology companies both in Israel and internationally.
Made 5 investments in Generation Z

Soffinova Partners

Sofinnova Partners is an independent venture capital firm headquartered in Paris, France, with a focus on the life sciences sector, including biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and industrial biotechnology. Over its 45-year history, the firm has financed nearly 500 companies, primarily targeting start-ups, early-stage ventures, corporate spin-offs, and occasional turnaround situations. Sofinnova Partners actively sources investment opportunities and often serves as the first institutional investor in Series A financings, taking a lead role in its portfolio companies. The firm engages closely with entrepreneurs from the formation phase, holding board positions and guiding companies through their development until exit. While primarily investing throughout Europe, Sofinnova Partners also allocates a portion of its investments globally.
Made 5 investments in Generation Z

Chalmers Ventures

Chalmers Ventures AB is a venture capital firm based in Gothenburg, Sweden, that focuses on coaching, financing, and business development for early-stage companies. Founded in 2015, the firm specializes in incubation, seed/startup, early venture, and growth capital investments, primarily within sectors such as Information and Communications Technology, New Materials, Environmental Engineering, Medical Technology, and Biotechnology. Chalmers Ventures prioritizes investments in companies with a clear connection to the Gothenburg region and Sweden, and does not invest in technologies related to weapons or drugs. The firm typically invests between SEK 0.05 million and SEK 10 million, with a maximum investment threshold of SEK 15 million across all phases. It prefers to acquire minority stakes in companies, particularly those participating in its accelerator program, and emphasizes support for companies that have been or intend to be part of its various programs, which include an incubation initiative, Startup Camp, and technology transfer. Additionally, Chalmers Ventures has offices in Östersund, Sweden.
Made 5 investments in Generation Z

Invus

Invus Financial Advisors, LLC is an employee-owned hedge fund sponsor based in New York, specializing in investments across various stages including special situations, venture capital, and growth equity. Founded in 2006, the firm manages over $4 billion in an evergreen fund and operates additional offices in London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Invus focuses on making minority investments and often acts as a lead investor or part of a consortium, emphasizing a flexible approach tailored to the unique needs of each company. The firm has a long-standing commitment to empowering owner-managers, aligning its incentives with those of its partners, and recognizing that meaningful business transformation requires time and resilience. With a history of reinvesting capital from European families since its inception, Invus demonstrates a dedication to fostering long-term relationships and navigating challenges in pursuit of extraordinary performance.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

General Catalyst

General Catalyst Group Management, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2000 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with additional offices in North America and Europe. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth equity investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including technology, advanced materials, clean energy, cybersecurity, healthcare, and consumer services. General Catalyst seeks to invest in companies that demonstrate strong growth potential, typically targeting those with an EBITDA between $3 million and $30 million and minimum revenues of $10 million. The firm has managed eight venture capital funds with approximately $3.75 billion in capital commitments. It emphasizes building lasting relationships with entrepreneurs and provides mentorship to foster success, enabling companies to scale effectively. General Catalyst primarily invests in North America and Australia, with a preference for seed investments in Silicon Valley, New York, and Boston.
Made 13 investments in Generation Z

Streamlined Ventures

Streamlined Ventures, founded in 2013 and based in Palo Alto, California, is a seed stage investment firm focused on supporting visionary founders in the technology sector. The firm primarily invests in business and consumer-oriented software companies across various domains, including data science, artificial intelligence, software automation, and blockchain technologies. Streamlined Ventures aims to empower entrepreneurs by fostering exceptional companies and ensuring that founders capture significant value from their innovations. The firm emphasizes low ego behavior, mutual respect, and clear communication in its engagement with stakeholders. Additionally, Streamlined Ventures manages multiple venture capital funds, targeting investments in transformational software applications and infrastructure that cater to the evolving needs of the Web and enterprise environments.
Made 6 investments in Generation Z

5Y Capital

5Y Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Shanghai, China, specializing in seed, startup, early venture, and growth capital investments. Established in 1992, the firm focuses on a diverse range of sectors, including healthcare, technology, fintech, internet services, consumer services, media, and life sciences, among others. It aims to support entrepreneurs in building innovative companies, particularly in China and other emerging markets in Asia/Pacific. Managing approximately USD 5 billion in dual-currency funds, 5Y Capital attracts investments from global sources, including sovereign wealth funds and family offices. The firm typically makes initial investments exceeding USD 500,000 per portfolio company. 5Y Capital operates under the Morningside Group, which is committed to socially responsible investing, particularly in educational opportunities and scientific research.
Made 5 investments in Generation Z

FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a U.S.-based investment firm established in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm operates with a stage-agnostic approach, primarily targeting marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. FJ Labs focuses its investments on seed and Series A rounds, with a financial commitment ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm has invested in a variety of notable companies, including Alibaba Group, beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, and ADORE ME.
Made 7 investments in Generation Z

IDG Capital

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Made 17 investments in Generation Z

ZhenFund

ZhenFund is a venture capital firm established in 2011 by Bob Xu and Victor Wang in collaboration with Sequoia Capital China, focusing primarily on seed-stage investments. With over $1 billion under management, ZhenFund has become a significant player in China's early-stage venture capital landscape and is expanding its operations in the United States. The firm's portfolio includes over 750 high-growth companies, such as 17zuoye, OFO, VIPKID, and RED, reflecting its commitment to nurturing innovative startups. Bob Xu, a prominent figure in the industry, has seen multiple seed investments achieve IPOs in New York City, a testament to ZhenFund's successful investment strategy. The firm aims to support and inspire the next generation of global entrepreneurs through its investment activities.
Made 11 investments in Generation Z

Intel

Intel Corporation is a leading global designer and manufacturer of semiconductor technologies, focused on powering the cloud, smart devices, and connected technologies. Founded in 1968 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Intel operates through various segments including Data Center Group, Internet of Things Group, Mobileye, and Client Computing Group, among others. The company offers a range of products such as central processing units, chipsets, accelerators, and memory solutions, catering to original equipment manufacturers, original design manufacturers, and cloud service providers. Intel has been transitioning from a PC-centric to a data-centric business model, emphasizing advancements in performance, power, and connectivity across various workloads. With a strong commitment to innovation, Intel also invests through Intel Capital in startups that drive technologies in cloud infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and 5G, among others. The company’s collaborations with prominent organizations aim to develop privacy-preserving analytics and enhance computing capabilities. As one of the largest semiconductor manufacturers by revenue, Intel continues to shape the future of computing and communications.
Made 13 investments in Generation Z

Wellington Management

Wellington Management Company LLP, founded in 1928 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is a prominent investment management firm providing comprehensive solutions to institutional clients worldwide. The firm specializes in a diverse range of investment strategies, including equity, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative investments, tailored to meet the unique return and risk objectives of its clients. Wellington Management employs a collaborative approach, leveraging proprietary research and analytical tools to identify opportunities and manage risks across global capital markets. The firm caters to a wide array of clients, including sovereign institutions, endowments, foundations, wealth managers, and insurance companies, spanning more than 50 countries. With a focus on long-term investment principles, Wellington Management fosters independent thought and debate within its teams, ensuring that resources are effectively utilized to deliver consistent results. The firm also emphasizes environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations in its research and investment processes, engaging with companies on key ESG topics.
Made 2 investments in Generation Z

Fidelity

Fidelity Investments is a privately owned investment manager based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1946. The firm offers a wide range of financial services, including individual retirement accounts, 401(k) rollovers, annuities, discount brokerage, and wealth management. It serves a diverse clientele, including individual investors, businesses, financial advisors, and institutions. Fidelity manages equity, fixed income, and balanced mutual funds, investing in public equity and fixed income markets worldwide. The firm conducts in-house research to guide its investment decisions and supports over 32 million clients in achieving their financial goals. Additionally, Fidelity assists more than 22,000 businesses with employee benefit programs and collaborates with over 13,000 financial institutions to provide innovative investment and technology solutions.
Made 4 investments in Generation Z

F2 Capital

F2 Capital Ltd is a venture capital firm based in Tel Aviv, Israel, that specializes in seed-stage investments. The firm focuses on companies with technological expertise, particularly in the areas of deep technology, big data, artificial intelligence, and connectivity. F2 Capital primarily invests in Israeli frontier technology companies, making equity investments ranging from $1 million to $3 million.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

Alumni Ventures

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies that have an alumni connection and an institutional lead investor with relevant expertise. It offers high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who previously lacked access to venture capital opportunities. Alumni Ventures Group invests between $0.01 million and $3 million in various sectors and geographies, without seeking board or observer seats. Additionally, the firm provides focused funds that enable any accredited investor to access a diverse venture portfolio, allowing for investment across different types, sectors, stages, and geographical locations.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

SVA

SV Angel is a San Francisco-based seed fund founded in 2009, specializing in early-stage investments primarily within the Internet software sector. The firm adopts a portfolio approach to seed investing, distinguishing itself from traditional venture capital firms by not taking board seats and investing in a larger number of companies, often exceeding 100 annually. SV Angel leverages an extensive network to assist startups with business development, financing, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic advice. This approach, pioneered by founder Ron Conway over 20 years ago, has enabled SV Angel to invest in and advise numerous successful companies, including notable names like Facebook, Google, and Airbnb. The firm continues to focus on providing support to technology-focused consumer and enterprise sectors across the United States.
Made 7 investments in Generation Z

Andreessen Horowitz

Andreessen Horowitz LLC, founded in 2009 by Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, is a venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California. The firm specializes in investing across various stages of company development, from seed and early-stage to growth and late-stage ventures. It primarily targets the technology sector, with a strong emphasis on software, cloud computing, and Internet infrastructure. The firm also explores opportunities in consumer and business Internet applications, mobile software, and data storage, as well as at the intersection of computer science and life sciences, particularly in areas like digital therapeutics and computational medicine. Andreessen Horowitz is known for its significant financial backing, with investments typically ranging from $50,000 to $50 million. The firm has established multiple funds, including early-stage funds that focus on a variety of sectors, while explicitly avoiding investments in clean energy, transportation, and certain life sciences domains.
Made 4 investments in Generation Z

CV VC

CV VC is a next generation investment company where cutting-edge blockchain and crypto technology meet traditional venture capital. Based in the heart of Switzerland’s Crypto Valley, the company invests in all stages of crypto and blockchain development, from incubation to growth capital and has its own thriving ecosystem. CV VC is the leading blockchain advisory team in Crypto Valley. It covers critical stages of start-up life, including business model development, technology assessment & token model, communication strategy, and attracting capital and strategic partnerships.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

Array Ventures

Array Ventures is a San Francisco-based private equity firm founded in 2015, specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies in the United States and India. The firm focuses on addressing significant challenges through innovative technology, often backing category-leading startups that leverage data, analytics, and new platforms to transform industries. Array Ventures seeks to invest in talented entrepreneurs with ambitious missions who are willing to take substantial risks in emerging markets. The firm encourages entrepreneurs to articulate their vision for the future, outlining how they plan to succeed in evolving landscapes within the next several years.
Made 2 investments in Generation Z

Nina Capital

Nina Capital, founded in 2019 and based in Barcelona, Spain, is a venture capital investment firm specializing in the healthcare sector and related technologies. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in healthcare, data, computing, digital technologies, and deep tech across Europe, the United States, Canada, Israel, and Australia. Nina Capital emphasizes the importance of understanding the intricate dynamics of healthcare systems and aims to support founders who are dedicated to improving health outcomes through innovative IT-enabled products and services. Their investment strategy typically involves funding opportunities ranging from EUR 300,000 to EUR 600,000, with a commitment to addressing diverse needs across various healthcare specialties and infrastructures.
Made 1 investments in Generation Z

APEX Ventures

APEX Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Vienna, Austria, founded in 2016 by Andreas Riegler, Christoph Kanneberger, and Stefan Haubner. The firm specializes in investing in start-ups that focus on unique and protectable technology across various sectors, including marketplace, FinTech, SaaS, digital media, e-commerce, and digital health. APEX Ventures manages the APEX Digital Health Fund, which specifically targets healthcare technology systems and digital health sectors, primarily investing in Europe, Israel, and the United States. The fund typically prefers investment sizes ranging from EUR 0.3 to EUR 0.6 million. By providing active support and resources, APEX Ventures strives to nurture start-ups into leading companies within their industries.
Made 1 investments in Generation Z

NVP Associates, LLC

NVP Associates, LLC is a venture capital and private equity firm based in Palo Alto, California, specializing in a diverse range of investment stages and sectors. Established in 1961, the firm focuses on seed, startup, early, mid, and late-stage investments in both listed and unlisted companies, with particular emphasis on technology, healthcare, consumer products, and financial services. NVP Associates seeks to invest between $10 million and $150 million, depending on the stage and nature of the investment, often leading or co-investing with other firms. The firm has a global investment strategy, concentrating on markets in the Asia-Pacific region, the United States, India, Israel, and China. Its portfolio spans various industries, including medical devices, information technology, enterprise software, and digital health. NVP Associates aims to support companies with strong growth potential, leveraging its extensive network and operational expertise to foster development and achieve significant returns.
Made 9 investments in Generation Z

Industrifonden

Industrifonden is a Swedish venture capital firm established in 1979, specializing in early-stage investments in technology and life science sectors, as well as industrial growth companies. With a fund size of $600 million, it primarily invests in small and medium-sized enterprises in Sweden, providing equity capital and various loans, typically ranging from SEK 5 million to SEK 100 million per investment. The firm's focus areas within technology include internet, information technology, telecom, automation, robotics, and deep tech, while its life science investments target pharmaceuticals and medical technology. Industrifonden aims to build long-term partnerships with entrepreneurs and often takes a board seat, seeking ownership interests of 15 to 50 percent. The firm usually exits investments within five to ten years through sales or initial public offerings, and it actively co-invests with other regional venture capital firms. Notable companies backed by Industrifonden include Qlik, Arcam, and CellaVision.
Made 2 investments in Generation Z

Bond

Bond is a venture capital firm established in January 2019, originating from the Kleiner Perkins Digital Growth Fund. Founded by Mary Meeker along with Mood Rowghani, Noah Knauf, and Juliet de Baubigny, Bond focuses on supporting visionary founders of high-growth Internet companies throughout their innovation and growth phases. Based in San Francisco, the firm emphasizes investments in the information technology sector, aiming to foster the development of transformative ideas and businesses.
Made 1 investments in Generation Z

Saratoga Partners

Saratoga Partners, established in 1984 as part of Dillon, Read & Co. Inc., specializes in middle-market buyout investments. Since becoming an independent firm following its spin-off from UBS in 1998, Saratoga has formed four partnerships and invested approximately $750 million in 35 portfolio companies. The firm is based in New York and focuses on identifying and investing in opportunities within the software and technology, media, and telecommunications sectors.

Thrive Capital

Thrive Capital is a New York-based venture capital investment firm founded in 2009. The firm specializes in investing in internet, software, and technology-enabled sectors, and it also offers venture-building services. Thrive has successfully attracted funding from notable institutional investors, including Princeton University, Wellcome Trust, and Hall Capital. A significant milestone for the firm was its participation in Instagram's $50 million Series B funding round, where it joined other leading firms and subsequently saw a substantial return on investment when Instagram was acquired by Facebook. Co-founded by Josh Kushner and Mario Schlosser, Thrive Capital has established itself as a prominent player in the venture capital landscape.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

Makers Fund

Makers Fund is a venture capital firm that specializes in early-stage investments, specifically targeting seed, series A, and series B funding rounds. The firm focuses on the interactive entertainment industry and aims to support founders through its extensive network and deep industry experience. Makers Fund operates globally, with a particular emphasis on markets in North America, Europe, and Asia. The firm is headquartered in the United States and has an additional office in Hong Kong.
Made 8 investments in Generation Z

Accel

Accel is a venture capital firm founded in 1983 and based in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in San Francisco, London, and Bangalore. The firm specializes in early and growth-stage investments, focusing on technology sectors such as software, big data, cloud technologies, fintech, healthcare, and digital media. Accel is known for backing innovative entrepreneurs and has a history of investing in notable companies including Facebook, Dropbox, and Spotify. With over three decades of experience, Accel employs dedicated teams that utilize market-specific strategies to identify and support the next generation of industry leaders. The firm manages approximately $9.6 billion and carries out investments typically ranging from $5 million to $15 million, aiming to foster the development of world-class, category-defining businesses globally.
Made 10 investments in Generation Z

Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada is an export credit agency established in 1944 and headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. Its primary mission is to assist Canadian companies, both large and small, in expanding their operations internationally. The agency provides a range of credit services, which include loans and financial support, to facilitate global trade. The majority of its investment portfolio comprises loans receivable, along with significant holdings in cash and marketable securities. Through these services, Export Development Canada plays a vital role in enhancing the competitiveness of Canadian businesses in the global marketplace.

Khosla Ventures

Khosla Ventures is a venture capital firm established in 2004 by Vinod Khosla, a co-founder of Sun Microsystems. Based in Menlo Park, California, the firm manages over $5 billion and primarily invests in early-stage technology companies throughout the United States. Khosla Ventures provides capital, strategic advice, and venture assistance to entrepreneurs focused on breakthrough innovations across various sectors, including consumer technology, enterprise solutions, health, education, agriculture, and sustainable energy. The firm has a particular interest in high-risk, high-reward opportunities, often acting as a sole investor in "science or innovation experiments." Investment sizes typically range from $100,000 to over $20 million, allowing Khosla Ventures to support both traditional ventures and unconventional projects.
Made 8 investments in Generation Z

Gen 1 Capital

Gen 1 Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 and based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage deep technology companies that address complex challenges across various industries and substantial markets. Its investment focus spans a wide array of sectors, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, quantum computing, edge computing, human-computer interaction, sensor fusion, and the Internet of Things. Additionally, Gen 1 Capital targets opportunities in autonomous vehicles, mobility, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data science, analytics, health and synthetic biology, as well as software and hardware solutions. By concentrating on these advanced technologies, Gen 1 Capital aims to support innovation that has the potential to transform industries and improve lives.

March Capital

March Capital Partners is a Santa Monica-based venture capital firm that invests in breakthrough technology companies around the globe. Founded by technology industry veterans with more than 60 years of combined investing experience, the firm manages approximately $800M+ across funds. March Capital collaborates with top entrepreneurs building technology companies in large, meaningful markets. The firm has active investments in both early-stage and late-stage companies across enterprise software, cloud and IoT infrastructure, competitive gaming, cybersecurity, and other growth industries.
Made 6 investments in Generation Z

Firsthand Alliance

Firsthand Alliance is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 and based in New York, New York. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies within the business-to-business (B2B) sector. It is known for its connections within the entrepreneurial ecosystem, particularly among former members of Salesforce and their associates. Firsthand Alliance aims to support ambitious founders who are developing innovative solutions for the future of B2B commerce.

Lightspeed Ventures, LLC

Lightspeed Ventures, LLC is a global venture capital firm founded in 2000, headquartered in Menlo Park, California, with additional offices in Beijing, Shanghai, New Delhi, and Herzliya Pituach. The firm specializes in early-stage and expansion-stage investments, focusing on a diverse range of sectors including consumer, enterprise technology, cleantech, financial technology, mobile, e-commerce, and biotechnology. Lightspeed engages in both equity and debt financing for startups and growth companies, as well as providing incubation services. It primarily invests in the United States, Europe, Israel, China, and India, with specific investment strategies tailored to different regions. In India, for instance, it focuses on advertising, healthcare, education, and retail, while in China, it targets both early and late-stage businesses across various technology sectors. The firm manages significant capital through its funds, actively participating in the growth of innovative companies across multiple industries.
Made 9 investments in Generation Z

Generation Partners

Generation Partners is a private equity firm established in 1996, headquartered in Connecticut, with additional offices in Los Angeles and Austin. The firm specializes in providing equity capital through buyout and growth equity investments, primarily targeting business services, healthcare, and technology sectors in the United States. With a focus on growth-oriented companies, Generation Partners invests between $10 million and $50 million, pursuing both majority and minority equity positions at various stages of development. Over its two decades of operation, the firm has invested in more than 50 companies, emphasizing long-term partnerships, often remaining engaged with their portfolio companies for over a decade. The firm's foundation lies in combining extensive private equity experience with technology expertise, seeking businesses that leverage technology to drive industry change.

Atomico

Atomico is a London-based venture capital firm established in 2006 that specializes in investing in disruptive technology companies, primarily focusing on Europe. The firm partners with technology founders at Series A and later stages, leveraging its team's extensive operational experience from notable companies such as Skype, Google, Twitter, Uber, and Spotify to facilitate global growth. Atomico invests across various sectors, including business products, consumer services, financial services, and information technology, with a commitment to supporting innovative firms in scaling their operations. The firm aims to empower technology companies by providing not only capital but also strategic guidance to enhance their market presence and overall impact.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies Inc. is a global leader in designing, developing, manufacturing, marketing, and supporting IT hardware, software, and services. The company operates through three primary segments: Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG), Client Solutions Group (CSG), and VMware. ISG offers traditional and next-generation storage solutions, servers, networking products, and related support services. CSG provides a range of computing devices, displays, and peripherals, along with deployment and support services. VMware focuses on aiding customers in their digital transformation by modernizing applications, enhancing cloud capabilities, and improving security. Additionally, Dell Technologies offers cybersecurity solutions, cloud infrastructure services, and financial services. Established in 1984 and headquartered in Round Rock, Texas, the company emerged from the 2016 merger of Dell and EMC Corporation. Dell Technologies Capital, founded in 2012, acts as the venture capital arm of the company, investing in early and late-stage startups across various technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and DevOps, with investments typically ranging from $3 million to $10 million.
Made 2 investments in Generation Z

Altair LLC

Altair LLC is a venture capital firm that focuses on investing in early and growth stage startup companies across various sectors. The firm seeks out businesses with disruptive ideas and significant return potential, aiming to support promising teams and key players in the startup ecosystem. Altair's portfolio includes notable companies that have emerged from top incubators, highlighting its commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Through its strategic investments, Altair LLC plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.
Made 4 investments in Generation Z

Valor Equity Partners

Valor Equity Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Chicago, established in 1995. The firm specializes in making investments across various stages of company development, including seed-stage, early-stage, growth-stage, and late-stage investments. Valor primarily focuses on sectors such as industrial products, manufacturing, infrastructure services, healthcare, food technology, retail technology, fintech, and clean energy. The firm seeks to partner with high-growth companies and entrepreneurs who demonstrate a commitment to excellence and industry transformation. Investment sizes typically range from $10 million to $75 million for new platforms, while add-on investments do not have a minimum size requirement. Valor Equity Partners primarily invests in North America and India, aiming to support companies with revenues between $30 million and $200 million. The firm prefers to take a leading role in investments, pursuing both control and non-control equity opportunities.
Made 3 investments in Generation Z

Tencent

Tencent Holdings Limited, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Shenzhen, is a leading internet service provider that offers a diverse range of value-added services and online advertising solutions. The company operates through several segments, including Value-Added Services (VAS), FinTech and Business Services, and Online Advertising. Tencent is well-known for its popular communication and social platforms, such as WeChat and QQ, which facilitate user connectivity and provide various digital content and lifestyle services. In addition to social networking, Tencent engages in online gaming, cloud services, and the production and distribution of films and television programs. The company's extensive portfolio also includes software development, information technology services, and online entertainment. Tencent's strategic focus is on delivering comprehensive online services that cater to the diverse needs of internet users, solidifying its position as a significant player in the global digital landscape.
Made 11 investments in Generation Z

Placeholder

Placeholder Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 and headquartered in New York City. The firm is focused on investing in decentralized information networks, particularly within the cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors. Placeholder Ventures employs a thesis-driven approach to identify and support innovative projects that align with its investment philosophy, aiming to foster the growth of decentralized technologies and their applications.
Made 2 investments in Generation Z