Emerging Managers

The Southern California-based VC invests in the early-stage rounds of companies operating in four distinct industries.

The early-stage investor raised $110m for its second vehicle, beating its target and continuing the trend from its first fundraise in 2021.

Fund II includes new commitments from existing LPs such as Prudential Financial, the Rutgers University Endowment, Ford Foundation and Liberty Mutual Investments.

The Craft Ventures partner is reportedly leaving the firm at the end of this year to start Sandlot Ventures.

The veteran-led firm primarily invests in early-stage start-ups led by service academy alumni.

The early-stage VC backs software and hardware technology companies and has made nearly 100 investments since 2020.

The New York-based firm matches technology start-ups with its network of conglomerates to drive innovation in industrial sectors.

Investors include Jim Millar, former managing director at Princeton University Investment Company, Mark Nunnelly, managing director at Bain Capital, and Chris Douvos's Ahoy Capital.

The Canadian VC has so far raised C$10.2m towards its C$20m target with support from institutional LPs.

The Miami-based firm touts its leadership’s experience in healthcare recruiting as a key part of its strategy.