58 Best Venture Capital (VC) Firms That Invest In Transportation Startups

Revolutionizing transportation with your innovative startup? Buckle up! VC firms fuel promising ventures, and many are eager to invest in the future of mobility. This article unveils 58 of the top VC investors backing transportation startups, providing you with a roadmap to finding the perfect partner to accelerate your transportation tech product and transform the way we travel.

Beco Capital

BECO Capital is a prominent VC firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is one of the first VC firms founded in the UAE, focusing on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. BECO Capital has become one of the largest non-governmental venture firms in the region, boasting approximately $450 million in assets under management. BECO Capital provides growth capital and hands-on operational mentorship to its portfolio companies, fostering their development and scaling in the MENA market. 

Headquarters: UAE

Investment Geography: UAE, USA, UK, France, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Kuwait, Turkey, Jordan, Germany, Bahrain, Canada

Operating since: 2012

Stages: Late Seed, Pre-Series A, Series A 

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, PropTech, FinTech, InsurTech, HRTech, Mobility, Transportation, Marketplaces, eSports, E-commerce, CyberSecurity, HealthTech, FoodTech, AR/VR, Construction 

Number of investments: 98

Number of exits: 17

Check size: $10-50m

Notable investments: Tribal, Careem

Founders/Key People: Abdulaziz Shikh Al Sagha, Dany Farha

Website: https://becocapital.com 

Blackhorn Ventures

Blackhorn Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focusing on companies using advanced engineering and science to enhance resource productivity. Established in 2016, it’s headquartered in Denver, Colorado​​​​​​. The firm primarily invests in sectors like Energy, the Built Environment, Transportation, and Supply Chain, with a keen interest in supporting digital infrastructure for a decarbonized future​​. Blackhorn Ventures participates predominantly in Seed and Series A funding rounds​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Germany, Chile

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Industrial Resource Efficiency: Software, AI, IoT, Blockchain (Construction, Manufacturing, Health Care, Agriculture, Transportation, Water, Energy)

Number of investments: 108

Number of exits: 9

Check size: $100K – $500K,

Notable investments: Dexterity, Toggle, XWING

Founders/Key People: Philip O’Connor, Melissa Cheong

Website: https://blackhornvc.com 

Blumberg Capital

Blumberg Capital is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California. The firm primarily invests in the B2B tech and enterprise software sectors​​. As an early-stage venture capital firm, Blumberg Capital partners with entrepreneurs to innovate and build technology companies. They specialize in leading Seed and Series A rounds in collaboration with angel investors, other venture capital firms, and strategic partners​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Israel, Germany, Canada, Belgium, Singapore, Sweden, UAE, France

Operating since: 1991

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, FinTech, Data Analytics & Infrastructure, HealthTech, CyberSecurity, Transportation & Mobility

Number of investments: 309

Number of exits: 106

Check size: $500k – $5m

Notable investments: Addepar, Groupon, HootSuite

Founders/Key People: David J. Blumberg, Cass Barnes

Website: https://www.blumbergcapital.com 

BMW i Ventures (CVC)

BMW i Ventures, BMW’s venture capital arm, focuses on investing in innovative and fast-scaling startups within the automotive sector, particularly those shaping the future of individual mobility. 

They concentrate on advancements in e-mobility, battery technology, data-driven smart production, supply chain sustainability, and digital sales. BMW i Ventures has made significant investments in nearly 130 early to mid-stage startups, many focusing on sustainability. The firm is notable for its speed and industry-appropriate decision-making processes, operating autonomously to match the pace of leading venturing players while leveraging the technical expertise and network of the BMW Group.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Israel, Germany, Canada, Bulgaria, Switzerland, Sweden

Operating since: 2011

Stages: Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Manufacturing, Transportation, Sustainability (Hardware, Software, Services)

Number of investments: 124 

Number of exits: 29

Check size: $500k – $5m

Notable investments: Desktop Metal, Graphcore, ChargePoint

Founders/Key People: Kasper Sage, Marcus Behrendt

Website:https://www.bmwiventures.com 

Bonfire Ventures

Bonfire Ventures is a venture capital firm that leads seed-stage investments in B2B software startups. Bonfire Ventures seeks companies with over $250K in annual recurring revenue and a clear path to $100 million ARR. They prioritize startups with a differentiated product that is essential for key business processes and invest in about 8-12 companies per year​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Israel, Germany, Canada, Netherlands, Mauritius, Brazil, China

Operating since: 2017

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Enterprise SaaS/B2B Software (Digital Security, Finance Technology, Future of Health, Future of Work, Horizontal Solutions, Marketing & E-commerce, Marketplaces, R&D Ops & Infrastructure, Transportation & Logistics, Vertical Cloud)

Number of investments: 189

Number of exits: 52

Check size: $2m – $10m

Notable investments: Figment, Invoca

Founders/Key People: Brett Queener, Jim Andelman

Website:https://www.bonfirevc.com 

BootstrapLabs

BootstrapLabs is a venture capital firm that specializes in AI ventures. It was among the first VCs to focus on how AI impacts society and to develop an investment thesis around Applied AI. They focus on verticals like the Future of Work, Mobility, Health, Digital & Financial Infrastructure, and Climate & Energy. BootstrapLabs offers a wide range of check sizes for investments, starting from as low as $10 – $100K to as high as $3M – $10M, accommodating different stages of startup development​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Finland, Lithuania, Malaysia

Operating since: 2008

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Applied AI (Mobility, Transportation, Logistics, Energy, Enterprise Productivity, Future of Work (FoW), CyberSecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), Health, FinTech, Software)

Number of investments: 67

Number of exits: 20

Check size: $50k – $10m

Notable investments: AngelList, Pryon

Founders/Key People: Benjamin Levy, Mark Strehlow

Website: https://bootstraplabs.com 

Construct Capital

Construct Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2020, with its headquarters in the United States. The firm specializes in investing in technologies such as robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and 3-D printing. The firm invests in areas that have recently gained attention due to production shortages and supply chain issues, which became prominent topics during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their investment portfolio includes companies like Hadrian, which automates precision manufacturing for space and defense, and Copia, which introduces software processes to the industrial space. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Brazil, Canada, India

Operating since: 2020

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Digital Transformation, Industrial Automation, Enterprise, SaaS (Manufacturing, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Food)

Number of investments: 32

Number of exits: 0

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Telegraph, Uber

Founders/Key People: Kirby Bartlett, Rachel Holt

Website: https://constructcap.com 

Cultivation Capital

Cultivation Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in young companies with transformative ideas. Their investment focus spans from Series Seed through Series B stages, assisting companies in managing rapid growth. The firm’s check size range is between $100,000 and $3.5 million. They invest across various industries and stages, including life sciences, health tech, software, IT, agriculture, and food tech​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: Sweden, USA, Denmark, Senegal, Ireland, Australia, Argentina, Canada, Israel, Switzerland, Poland

Operating since: 2012

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B 

Investment Focus: Life Sciences & HealthTech (Therapeutics,Diagnostics,Research Tools & Reagents, Medical Devices, Health Care IT), AgTech & FoodTech (Crops,Animal Health,Precision Agriculture, Sustainability, Logistics,Food Ingredients), FinTech,Software & IT (FinTech, PropTech, Real Estate, MarTech, CyberSecurity, E-commerce, RetailTech,Hospitality,AR,AI,Data Analytics, HRTech, DevTools, Transportation, Marketplaces)

Number of investments: 240

Number of exits: 47

Check size: $100k – $3.5m

Notable investments: Gainsight, Redox Engine

Founders/Key People: Brian Matthews, Andy Dearing

Website: https://cultivationcapital.com 

Elefund

Elefund is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments, particularly in Pre-seed, Seed, and Series A funding rounds. The firm focuses on companies operating in the fintech sector and other innovative technological domains. Notable investments include Robinhood, which aims to democratize finance, and Calm, which helps manage stress and anxiety. Elefund supports bold founders who are shaping the future with transformative ideas​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, France, Nigeria, South Korea, Puerto Rico

Operating since: 2015

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: FinTech, Consumer Hardware, Digital Health, HealthTech, TravelTech, PropTech, Sports,Enterprise Software, Cloud Infrastructure, Gaming, Marketplaces, HRTech, Aerospace, Logistics, Transportation

Number of investments: 71

Number of exits: 15

Check size: $50k – $1m

Notable investments: Calm Health, Robinhood

Founders/Key People: David Mavashev, Serik Kaldykulov

Website: https://elefund.com 

Emergence Capital

Emergence Capital is a venture capital firm specializing in enterprise cloud and software as a service (SaaS) applications. Established in 2003 and located in San Mateo, CA, the firm predominantly supports early and growth-stage startups, focusing particularly on Series A and Series B financing. Emergence Capital’s investment strategy centers on backing companies that are developing the next generation of enterprise technology. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, France, China, Canada, Argentina, Israel

Operating since: 2003

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B,Series C,Series D

Investment Focus: Coaching Networks (AI,ML for Human Productivity),Deskless Workforce (Health Care, Construction,Retail,Transportation),Industry Cloud (Vertical Software)

Number of investments: 296

Number of exits: 85

Check size: $4m – $20m

Notable investments: Salesforce, Zoom

Founders/Key People: Gordon Ritter, Julie Bell

Website: https://www.emcap.com 

EMV Capital

EMV Capital is a venture capital firm recognized for its work in early-stage, high-growth tech companies. Their focus is primarily on the life science, sustainability, and industrial sectors in the UK and globally. As a subsidiary of NetScientific plc, EMV Capital offers unique investment strategies for each portfolio company, leveraging its EIS fund and a broad network of investors, including private investors, family offices, institutions, and corporate VCs. They are known for their proactive approach to portfolio management and strategic support to partner companies, emphasizing the importance of tailored support to meet the specific needs of businesses. 

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Israel

Operating since: 2018

Stages: Seed,Pre-Series A,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Energy,Transport,Circular Economy,Smart City,Industrial High-Tech,Health Care & MedTech (Robotics,AI,ML,Material Sciences,IoT,Hardware,Software, Advanced Engineering, Power Electronics, HealthTech)

Number of investments: 31

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: EpiBone, Insight

Founders/Key People: Alexej Krenke, Kevin Dean

Website: https://emvcapital.com 

Eniac Ventures

Eniac Ventures, founded by four college friends, is a venture capital firm specializing in leading seed rounds for bold founders. With over 80 years of combined experience in building companies, the firm actively supports its portfolio companies beyond just providing capital. Eniac Ventures focuses on founders creating transformational companies, offering them full access to its general partners and the Eniac Platform. The firm’s approach is about financial returns and nurturing the next generation of innovative entrepreneurs.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Israel, Canada, France, Spain, Germany, China, Greece, Switzerland, Singapore

Operating since: 2009

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,FinTech,HealthTech,Digital Media, MarTech, EdTech, Gaming, FoodTech, Transportation, CyberSecurity, PropTech, Robotics, E-commerce, AR, VR, Marketplaces

Number of investments: 342

Number of exits: 102

Check size: $50k – $1.5m

Notable investments: Salesforce, Airbnb, Automattic

Founders/Key People: Timothy Young, Hadley Harris, Vic Singh

Website: https://eniac.vc 

EQT Ventures

EQT Ventures, a venture capital firm based in Stockholm, Sweden, is part of the larger EQT AB Group. Founded in 2015, the firm focuses on seed-stage, early-stage, and later-stage investments, primarily in the IT and SaaS sectors. EQT Ventures operates across Europe and the United States and has raised over €2.3 billion in total capital. Its first fund, EQT Ventures I, was launched in May 2016 with commitments totaling €566 million. The firm has been involved in multiple investments across various sectors and has established a significant presence in the VC landscape. EQT Ventures makes equity investments ranging from €100k to €75 million in startups and scale-ups across Europe and the U.S.

Headquarters: Sweden

Investment Geography: Sweden, UK, USA, Germany, Netherlands, France, Norway, Canada, Finland, Switzerland, Ireland, Portugal, Denmark, Cyprus, Estonia

Operating since: 2015

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B,Series C

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, MarTech, Sports, Transportation, Automotive, Autonomous Electric Vehicles, Aerospace, Fitness, Wearables, RetailTech, Delivery, FinTech, InsurTech, Gaming,Mobile,Mobility,Robotics,Digital Media, AdTech, HRTech, DevTools, HealthTech, Digital Health,Construction, CyberSecurity, Marketplaces, Hardware, PropTech, Manufacturing, FoodTech,Supply Chain,TravelTech,Data Analytics,AI,AR,VR

Number of investments: 190

Number of exits: 25

Check size: €100k to €75m

Notable investments: Einride, Wolt

Founders/Key People: Tomas Pivarci, 

Website: https://eqtventures.com 

Felix Capital

Felix Capital, founded in 2014 and based in London, UK, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. They primarily focus on digital lifestyle, investing in emerging digital consumer brands, and related enabling technologies. The firm invests across Europe and selectively in North America. Their investment areas include food, shopping, health, wellness, personal finance, entertainment, communication, gaming, and professional life transformation tools. Felix Capital recently raised a $600 million fund, doubling its total committed capital to over $1.2 billion. They plan to back another 20-25 companies over the next few years, focusing significantly on Web3 and sustainable living​​.

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Canada, Germany, France, Sweden, Netherlands, Spain, Luxembourg, Austria, New Zealand, Turkey

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Consumer Brands,Consumer Services,Consumer Tech (D2C,FinTech,Digital Brands, Fashion,Apparel,Beauty,Jewellery,E-commerce,Digital Media,FoodTech,Plant-based Food,Mobility, Transportation,Enterprise Software (Retail,MarTech,E-commerce),Real Estate, PropTech, JobTech,Fitness,Wellness,Digital Health,HealthTech,TravelTech,Consumer Marketplaces)

Number of investments: 127

Number of exits: 16

Check size: $1m – $50m

Notable investments: Spotify, Deliveroo, Moonbug

Founders/Key People: Frederic Court, Antoine Nussenbaum

Website: https://www.felixcap.com 

Fortino Capital Partners

Fortino Capital Partners, established in 2013, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium, with an additional location in Amsterdam. Founded by Duco Sickinghe, the firm primarily focuses on investments in software-as-a-service (SaaS) products. Fortino Capital adopts a hybrid approach, combining venture capital and equity growth strategies to invest in both early-stage and more mature companies. The firm is particularly interested in businesses demonstrating a clear product-market fit, international scalability, and accelerating user adoption. 

Headquarters: Belgium

Investment Geography: Belgium, USA, Netherlands, France, Germany, Portugal, Malta, Luxembourg, Bulgaria, Guatemala, Norway

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: E-commerce,Enterprise Software,SaaS,Cloud, FoodTech, Digital Conversion & IT Services, AI,Data Analytics,CyberSecurity,HealthTech,Consumer Brands, Transportation, Construction Tech, Marketplaces

Number of investments: 83

Number of exits: 22

Check size: €1m to €30m

Notable investments: Nowo, Oqton

Founders/Key People: Toon Smets, Renaat Berckmoes

Website: https://www.fortinocapital.com 

Forum Ventures

Forum Ventures is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm, accelerator, and community dedicated to B2B SaaS startups, established in 2014 in New York. The firm has made over 400 pre-seed and seed investments to date, with those companies raising approximately $1 billion in follow-on funding. Forum Ventures supports founders from ideation through to sustainable business growth, providing services like seed-stage funding, hands-on go-to-market and sales support, and building a supportive community. Their diverse leadership team and inclusive approach aim to foster a supportive environment for founders, especially those who are traditionally underrepresented. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, Mexico, Kenya

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: B2B SaaS, SaaS, AI, ML, Healthcare, ConstructionTech, Marketplaces, Ecommerce, Supply Chain, Logistics, Future of Work, Transportation, HR, Fintech, Insurance, Real Estate, Restaurants

Number of investments: 471

Number of exits: 114

Check size: $100k – $3m

Notable investments: FirefliesAI, FirstBase

Founders/Key People: Michael Cardamone, Jonah Midanik

Website: https://www.forumvc.com/ 

Founders Fund

Founders Fund is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm known for its diverse investment portfolio. Established in 2005, the firm operates as a generalist entity, investing across various sectors, stages, and geographies. Its notable investments include well-known companies like Airbnb, DeepMind, Lyft, Facebook, Flexport, Palantir Technologies, SpaceX, Spotify, Stripe, Wish, Neuralink, Nubank, and Twilio. The firm’s approach to investment is not confined to specific industries or stages, allowing for a broad spectrum of opportunities.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: China, USA, Canada, India, Israel, Mexico, UK, Germany, New Zealand, France, Brazil, Norway, Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, Switzerland, Singapore, Sweden, Australia, Austria, Ghana, Denmark, Philippines, Senegal, UAE, Chile, Italy

Operating since: 2005

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A,Series B

Investment Focus: Aerospace,Advanced Machines and Intelligence, Energy, Biotechnology, Consumer Internet, Transportation,Analytics,Software

Number of investments: 1035

Number of exits: 262

Check size: $250k – $40m

Notable investments: SpaceX, Meta, Stripe, OpenAI, Canva

Founders/Key People: Brian Singerman, Lauren Gross

Website: https://foundersfund.com 

Gaingels

Gaingels is a venture capital firm based in Burlington, Vermont, focusing on investing in companies with diverse and underrepresented leadership, including LGBTQIA+ communities. Established to foster social change and create a more inclusive venture capital ecosystem, it originally concentrated on LGBTQIA+-founded and led startups but later expanded to support broader diversity. Gaingels’ investment approach has significantly grown, with investments rising from $5 million in 2018 to $50 million in the first eight months of 2020. Since its inception in 2016, Gaingels has invested over $800 million across over 2000 companies.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Germany, Ireland, Sweden, Norway, Canada, Mexico, India, Colombia, Israel, France, Australia, Switzerland, Finland, Austria, Argentina, Kuwait, Brazil, Chile, Spain, Luxembourg, Dominican Republic, Lithuania

Operating since: 2014

Stages: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A,Series B,Series C

Investment Focus: AI, Big Data,ML & Deep Tech,Cannabis & Psychedelics,Climate & Green Tech, Consumer Products,Consumer Software & Services,Crypto,Blockchain & NFT, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,Education & Learning,Emerging Markets,Energy & Industrial,Enterprise IT & Software, Future of Food,FinTech,HealthTech & Fitness,Media,Gaming & Entertainment, Space, SaaS, B2B, Pharma & Biotech, PropTech & Real Estate, Aviation & Transportation

Number of investments: 1129

Number of exits: 152

Check size: $100k – $500k

Notable investments: Carta, Binance, MasterClass

Founders/Key People: Paul Grossinger, Lorenzo Thione

Website: https://gaingels.com 

Genacast Ventures

Genacast Ventures is a venture capital firm based in New York City, primarily focusing on seed-stage investments. The firm specializes in B2B technology startups, particularly in online advertising, SaaS, enterprise IT, security, and e-commerce sectors. Genacast Ventures actively invests across various locations, including New York and Philadelphia. The firm typically invests up to $1 million in the seed stage of B2B technology companies. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2008

Stages: Seed,Series A

Investment Focus: Enterprise (Software,AI,ML,Big Data,Data Analytics, Blockchain, AdTech, Mobile, MarTech, CyberSecurity, DevOps,TravelTech,Transportation,Marketplaces)

Number of investments: 35

Number of exits: 14

Check size: $100k – $1m

Notable investments: BigID, BlockDaemon, Datadog

Founders/Key People: Gil Beyda 

Website: https://www.genacast.com 

Global Founders Capital (CVC)

Global Founders Capital is a venture capital firm that is globally oriented and stage agnostic, focusing on empowering entrepreneurs worldwide. The firm’s platform provides comprehensive support to help founders scale their businesses. GFC has significantly invested in various sectors, including software, artificial intelligence, IT, machine learning, SaaS, social media, and enterprise solutions. The firm’s investment range begins at $200,000 and above.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, Brazil, Singapore, Germany, UK, France, India, Mexico, Indonesia, UAE, Australia, Pakistan, Netherlands, Switzerland, Colombia, Israel, Spain, Egypt, Nigeria, Turkey, Finland, Sweden, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Estonia, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Ukraine, Austria, Russia, Ireland, Taiwan, Italy, Hong Kong, China, South Africa, Peru, Morocco, Greece, Iraq, Norway, Belgium, Chile, Thailand

Operating since: 2013

Stages: Seed,Series A,Series B,Series C

Investment Focus: Internet,FinTech, Enterprise Software,Marketing,Retail,Real Estate, Media, Transportation, Travel,Fashion,Telecom,HRTech,Home Living,Food

Number of investments: 1005

Number of exits: 152

Check size: $200k – $50m

Notable investments: Slack, Canva, Meta

Founders/Key People: Tito Costa, Onur Erbay

Website: https://www.globalfounderscapital.com 

Goldcrest Capital

Goldcrest Capital is a venture capital and private equity firm specializing in investments in private technology companies. The firm focuses on various sectors, including B2B, commercial services, SaaS, big data, IoT, and mobile. As of October 2023, Goldcrest Capital had made 59 investments and achieved 11 exits. Some of their notable investments include Fold App, Open Space, Bird Rides, and M.io. The firm operates with a relatively small team and is known for being actively involved in the early stages of the companies it invests in.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, UK, Australia

Operating since: 2015

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, FinTech, Crypto, Real Estate, DevTools, Transportation, Logistics, HealthTech, AI, ML, Data Analytics

Number of investments: 59

Number of exits: 11

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: Sourcegraph, Route App

Founders/Key People: Daniel Friedland, Veronique Chang

Website: https://www.goldcrest.com 

Green Bay Ventures

Green Bay Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco that focuses on investing in a limited number of innovative companies each year. They are supported by families controlling some of the world’s most iconic businesses. Their investment approach centers on connecting contemporary, groundbreaking companies and key customers within their investor ecosystem. 

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: UK, USA, Guernsey, China

Operating since: 2012

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Digital Health, Transportation, Logistics, Mobility, Data Analytics, eSports, Marketplaces, CyberSecurity

Number of investments: 90

Number of exits: 15

Check size: $200k – $18m

Notable investments: Deel, Lyft, DocuSign

Founders/Key People: Anthony Schiller, Aman Shekhawat

Website: https://www.greenbayventures.com 

Horizons Ventures

Horizons Ventures, founded in 2002 by Solina Chau, is a Hong Kong-based venture capital firm known for investing in deep science and technology that can significantly improve humanity’s future. The firm focuses on early investments in innovative companies across sectors like artificial intelligence, fintech, healthcare technology, and SaaS. Horizons Ventures has a notable track record of investing in companies such as DeepMind, Siri, and Skype, emphasizing its commitment to visionary, impactful projects​​.

Headquarters: Hong Kong

Investment Geography: Hong Kong, USA, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Canada, Israel, Australia, Germany, Indonesia, Sweden, France, India, Egypt, Spain, China, Liechtenstein, Netherlands, Japan

Operating since: 2002

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Health, FinTech, Media, Food, Transportation, Energy, Marketing, Gaming, Telecommunications, Beauty, Music, Education, Security, Real Estate, Robotics, Travel, Fashion, Semiconductors

Number of investments: 374

Number of exits: 89

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: Slack, Meta, Zoom Video, Airbnb

Founders/Key People: Debbie Chang, Jacky Li

Website: https://www.horizonsventures.com 

Howzat Partners

Howzat Partners is a venture capital firm that focuses on incubation, seed, startup, early-stage, growth capital, and mid-venture investments in digital businesses, especially in internet, digital media, and e-commerce. The firm invests globally and makes selective investments due to its limited funds. It aims to act as a sounding board for its portfolio companies and also engages in co-investments. Howzat Partners is actively raising a $120M fund targeting travel startups and other digital businesses, planning an average investment size of around $650,000​​.

Headquarters: Luxembourg

Investment Geography: USA, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Israel, Germany, Spain, Austria, Sweden, Denmark, Ireland, France, Turkey, Greece, Estonia, Hong Kong, Peru, Poland

Operating since: 2006

Stages: Seed, Series A

Investment Focus: Data Analytics, Delivery, E-commerce, EdTech, Electronics, Entertainment, Environmental Services, Fashion, FinTech, Food, Gaming, Lifestyle, Online Auction, Property, SaaS, Software, Social Media, Translation Services, Transportation, Travel

Number of investments: 117

Number of exits: 34

Check size: $100k – $1m

Notable investments: Trivago, Crehana

Founders/Key People: David Soskin, Rodrigo Leon

Website: https://www.howzatpartners.com 

Hyde Park Angels 

Hyde Park Angels (HPA) is a prominent early-stage investment organization based in Chicago, Illinois, founded in April 2007 by Chicago Booth classmates. It distinguishes itself in the venture capital space with a “People First” model, emphasizing the importance of operational expertise, a robust business network, and venture capital in propelling startup success. This approach not only aids founders in transforming their businesses into industry leaders but also ensures investors receive top-tier returns. HPA focuses on a variety of sectors, including enterprise, consumer, healthcare, and technology, primarily targeting Seed, Series A, and Series A+ funding rounds in the Midwest region.  

Headquarters: USA (Chicago, Illinois)

Investment Geography: Midwest region of the United States

Operating since: 2007

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Investment Focus: Enterprise, Software, Consumer Goods, Consumer Services, FinTech, MarTech, Life Sciences, Health Care, Food, Transportation, Education, Media, Cyber Security, Fashion, Internet of Things

Number of investments: 192

Number of exits: 46

Check size: $100k – $10m

Notable investments: Provi, ShipBob, Sifter

Founders/Key People: Pete Wilkins, Michael Sachaj

Website: http://www.hpa.vc/

Kindred Capital

Kindred Capital is a London-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments, championing an innovative approach termed “equitable venture.” Founded in 2015 by Leila Zegna, Mark Evans, and Russell Buckley, the firm has made significant strides in the venture capital landscape by sharing profits from the fund with every founder it invests in, fostering a community of collaboration and mutual success among its portfolio companies.

Headquarters: United Kingdom

Investment Geography: United Kingdom, United States, Israel, Germany, Netherlands, Lithuania, Poland.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, FinTech, MarTech, HealthTech, Food, EdTech, Legal, Robotics, Wellness, Beauty, Recruitment, Transportation.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 83

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $100K – $2M

Notable investments: Paddle, Five AI

Founders/Key People: Leila Zegna, Lucy Galbraith

Website: https://kindredcapital.vc/

Korelya Capital

Korelya Capital, founded in 2016 by Fleur Pellerin, focuses on supporting European tech startups, aiming for global expansion, particularly into Asia. With over EUR 500 million under management, Korelya Capital leverages its strong ties within the Asian tech ecosystems and leading corporates to provide more than just capital to its portfolio companies.

Headquarters: France

Investment Geography: France, Germany, United Kingdom, South Korea, Spain, Belgium, Estonia, Netherlands, United States

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: DeepTech, AI, ML, Big Data, Deep Learning, Mapping, Blockchain, Digital Media, Mobile, Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing, TravelTech, Logistics, FinTech, Gaming, eSports, EdTech, Transportation, JobTech, Marketplaces

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 38

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $1M – $5M

Notable investments: Bolt, Glovo

Founders/Key People: Antoine Dresch

Website: https://www.korelyacapital.com/

Las Olas Venture Capital

Las Olas Venture Capital (LOVC) is an early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2015 and based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm focuses on investing in B2B software, SaaS, hardware, services, and web3 sectors, primarily in the Eastern United States. LOVC is known for leading rounds in B2B software companies with an initial check size of $1 – 3 million, working closely with portfolio founders to provide strategic guidance and connections to capital, business development, talent, and customers. 

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Enterprise:- Vertical Applications (Enterprise & Professional Services, FinTech, HealthTech, SalesTech, TravelTech, Real Estate, Construction, Logistics & Transportation), Knowledge Worker Tools, Dev Tools, Software, Cloud Computing, AI, ML.

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 45

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $1M – $5M

Notable investments: Cypress.io, OneRail

Founders/Key People: Dean Hatton

Website: https://www.lasolasvc.com/

Leawood Venture Capital

Leawood Venture Capital, founded in 2016 and based in Leawood, Kansas, is a venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. The firm targets companies operating in sectors such as technology, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, cybersecurity, edge computing, mobile and wireless, fintech, and automation & infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on areas where its team possesses extensive market and technology expertise, Leawood Venture Capital aims to contribute significantly to the success of its investment portfolio.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: Data Analytics​, AI & ML, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile & Wireless, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cyber Security, Infrastructure & Transportation, Robotics & Automation, Advanced Materials, Digital Transformation

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 25

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $100K – $500K

Notable investments: Adlumin, Quadric

Founders/Key People: Brendan Fallis

Website: https://www.leawoodvc.com/

Liil Ventures (CVC)

Liil Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2017, based in Mexico City, Mexico. It specializes in early-stage investments in sectors like smart mobility, smart cities, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Liil Ventures focuses on supporting innovative teams and ideas that aim to significantly benefit urban development. The firm positions itself to help founders tackle major urban challenges and build enduring, impactful companies.

Headquarters: Mexico

Investment Geography: Spain, United Kingdom, Mexico, United States, Canada, Türkiye, Israel, Singapore, Colombia.

Operating since: 2017

Investment Focus: Smart City & New Mobility (Ride-Hailing,Transportation,Sustainability,AI,Big Data,Data Analytics,Business Intelligence,Software,Cloud Computing)

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 15

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $200k – $6m

Notable investments: Cabify, What3Words.

Founders/Key People: Verne Lizano, Radi Petrov

Website: https://www.liil.city

Liquid 2 Ventures

Liquid 2 Ventures, established in 2015 in San Francisco, California, is a venture capital firm co-founded by NFL legend Joe Montana alongside Michael Ma and Mike Miller. Specializing in seed-stage investments, the firm primarily targets early-stage technology startups. Liquid 2 Ventures has raised a total of $157.7 million across four funds, demonstrating a robust funding capacity. Liquid 2 Ventures stands out for its strategic approach to nurturing promising startups at their inception, guided by a team of experienced founders and investors.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, Israel, India, Chile, Nigeria, Colombia, Norway, Indonesia, France.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,HealthTech,FinTech,Real Estate,EdTech,FoodTech,HRTech,Cyber Security,Transportation,Digital Media,LegalTech,MarTech,Fashion,Travel,Semiconductors,Robotics,Marketplaces.

Stages: Seed,Series A.

Number of investments: 381

Number of exits: 41

Check size: $100k – $1m

Notable investments: Ripplin, Whatnot.

Founders/Key People: Joe Montana, Mike Miller

Website: https://liquid2.vc

LocalGlobe Ventures

LocalGlobe is a venture capital firm established in 1999 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It specializes in investments across various stages, including seed, early stage, and later stage ventures. The firm focuses on industries such as software and artificial intelligence. Typically, the firm invests in startups that are 2-3 years old and have proven customer base in their respective market.

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: United Kingdom, United States, France, Germany, Israel, Ireland, Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Nigeria, Kenya

Operating since: 1999

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, Cloud Infrastructure, FinTech, InsurTech, Fitness, EdTech, Mobility,Logistics,HealthTech,  Retail, E-commerce, Connected Car, PropTech, AI, ML, Data Analytics, AR &VR, Robotics, Blockchain,SpaceTech, Digital Media, Energy, LegalTech, HRTech, JobTech, TravelTech, MarTech, AdTech, IIoT, Fashion, Gaming, FoodTech, Transportation, Marketplaces.

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 375

Number of exits: 61

Check size: $200k – $2m

Notable investments: Figma, Robinhood, Algolia.

Founders/Key People: Robin Klein

Website: https://localglobe.vc

M13 Ventures

M13 is an early-stage consumer tech venture capital firm that supports its founding teams with full-time operating partners, resources, and networks. Founded in 2016 and based in Santa Monica, California, M13 invests in technology, work, health, commerce, and money sectors. The firm is notable for its focus on consumer products and services (both B2C and B2B), financial services, media, e-commerce, and cryptocurrency sectors.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Canada, Germany, Mexico, Australia.

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: Consumer Internet & Media,E-commerce,Cannabis,FoodTech, Consumer Tech,FinTech,EdTech,Digital Health/HealthTech, Housing/PropTech, B2B/Enterprise, SaaS/Software,Logistics & Transportation/Mobility

Stages: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+

Number of investments: 141

Number of exits: 22

Check size: $100K – $10M

Notable investments: Shef, FanDuel, Delphia.

Founders/Key People: Courtney Reum, Latif Peracha

Website: https://m13.co

M25 Ventures

M25 is an early-stage venture firm based in Chicago, specializing in investing in tech startups headquartered in the Midwest. Established in 2015, M25 has become the most active investor in its region. M25 is known for its concentration on Series A investments and has made significant strides in diversifying its investment portfolio​​​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: USA, Sweden.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Big Data Analytics & IoT,Consumer Apps, E-commerce, EdTech, GovTech & LegalTech,Enterprise/B2B,SaaS/Software,Media & Entertainment & Sports, FinTech & Banking,Food & Beverage/FoodTech,Digital Health/HealthTech Hardware, MarTech/AdTech, Real Estate/PropTech,Transportation & Logistics

Stages: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 194

Number of exits: 20

Check size: $1M – $3M

Notable investments: Axuall, Astronomer, Branch App.

Founders/Key People: Mike Asem, Victor Gutwein

Website: https://m25vc.com

Manta Ray Ventures

Manta Ray Ventures is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in early-stage investments. They focus on backing mission-driven founders who address significant global challenges using cutting-edge technologies. The firm offers flexible and patient capital, emphasizing the leveraging of time, resources, and networks to support their portfolio companies as effectively as possible​​​​.

Headquarters: UK

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Poland, Kenya, Germany, Israel, Lithuania, India, Sweden, France, Austria.

Operating since: 2017.

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software,EdTech,FinTech,InsurTech,Consumer Electronics, AR,VR,IoT,Wireless,Construction Tech,Supply Chain,Space,Quantum Computing,Cyber Security,FoodTech,Robotics,BioTech,TravelTech,HealthTech,Data Analytics,Gaming,Mobility,Transportation,Aerospace.

Stages: Pre-seed, Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 64

Number of exits: 2

Check size: $500K – $12M

Notable investments: Epic Games, Brainly.

Founders/Key People: Lawrence Barclay, Leah Siemens

Website: https://mantaray.vc

Nama Ventures

Nama Ventures is a pre-seed venture capital fund that primarily targets technology startups in the MENA region, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia. Established in 2019, the firm is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is dedicated to nurturing innovative ideas and guiding founders to create exceptional companies.

Headquarters: Saudi Arabia

Investment Geography: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, United States, Pakistan, Bahrain, Jordan, United Kingdom, Canada, India.

Operating since: 2018.

Investment Focus: Consumer Internet,Marketplace,E-commerce,FinTech,EdTech,Digital Health,Digital Media,TravelTech,Enterprise/B2B,Software/SaaS,MarTech/AdTech,Cyber Security, DevTools, HRTech, RetailTech, Hardware/Robotics, Construction, Transportation, Energy

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A.

Number of investments: 41

Number of exits: 0

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: Tajir, Tamara

Founders/Key People: Mohammed Alzubi

Website: https://www.namaventures.com

Openspace Ventures

Openspace Ventures, established in 2014, is a Singapore-based venture capital firm specializing in the Southeast Asian market. The firm focuses on various sectors like logistics, fintech, agtech, edtech, healthtech, cleantech, and B2B SaaS. The firm’s team comprises 25 members of 12 nationalities, with offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Manila, and an upcoming office in Ho Chi Minh City.

Headquarters: Singapore 

Investment Geography: Southeastern Asian markets from Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore, among others

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: Consumer Brands, E-commerce, HealthTech, FinTech, EdTech, AgTech, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Robotics, Fashion, FoodTech, Digital Media, Marketplaces, TravelTech, Transportation, Logistics

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 105

Number of exits: 7

Check size: $3m – $5m

Notable investments: Biofourmis, Kredivo Holdings (formerly FinAccel), Grojek

Founders/Key People: Shane Chesson, Hian Goh

Website: https://www.openspace.vc/

Next47

Next47 is a global venture firm primarily built for enterprise founders. It was founded in 2016 and operates as the corporate venture arm of Siemens. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Next47 has additional offices in the US, Europe, and Israel. The firm is active in leading investments in early and expansion stage companies focusing on various industries.

Next47 specializes in seed and startup investments, particularly in sectors like AI, AR/VR, Cybersecurity and Robotics applications, etc. It plays a vital role in accelerating the revenue growth of its portfolio companies by opening doors to global customers​​​​​​​​​​.

Headquarters: USA

Investment Geography: United States, Germany, Canada, Israel, United Kingdom, China, Australia, France, Austria, Switzerland, Spain, Norway.

Operating since: 2016.

Investment Focus: Enterprise DeepTech (Artificial Intelligence,Augmented Reality/AR, Virtual Reality/VR,Cyber Security,Autonomous Transportation, IoT, Robotics,Advanced Manufacturing,AI Software/SaaS,Automation Technologies).

Stage: Seed, Post-Seed, Series A, Series B+.

Number of investments: 334

Number of exits: 90

Check size: $1M – $50M

Notable investments: Verkada, Skydio

Founders/Key People: Lak Ananth

Website: https://next47.com

Piton Capital

Piton Capital is a venture capital and growth equity firm based in London, UK. Established in 2010, the firm specializes in investing in online businesses with network effects, which include marketplaces, exchanges, and platforms. The firm primarily invests in companies that can benefit from network effects, ranging from seed to late-stage ventures. 

Headquarters: UK (London)

Investment Geography: USA, U.K., France, Israel, and across Europe

Operating since: 2010

Investment Focus: Network Effects Online Businesses (B2B/Enterprise, Software/SaaS, MarTech, HRTech, PropTech, Transportation, Logistics, Consumer Internet/Consumer Brands, E-commerce, HealthTech, Mobility, FoodTech, eSports, Gaming, Marketplace)

Stages: Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 103

Number of exits: 25

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Bold, HungryPanda, DocPlanner

Founders/Key People: Greg Lockwood, Andrin Bachmann

Website: http://www.pitoncap.com/

Primo Ventures

Primo Ventures is a venture capital firm, primarily engaged in seed to early-stage technology investments. Founded in 2016 and based in Milan, Italy, the firm specializes in managing funds focused on the digital sector and new space economy. Primo Ventures is known for its active investment strategy and has a significant presence in the venture capital landscape. The company’s executive team includes key figures like CEO & Partner Antonio Concolino, CFO Antonio Mercuri, and Chairman & Partner Gianluca Dettori, among others.

Headquarters: Italy (Milan)

Investment Geography: Italy and some parts of Europe 

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: ICT, Enterprise Software, FinTech, MarTech, HealthTech, EventTech, Digital Media, Gaming, PropTech, Transportation, Travel, Cyber Security, E-commerce, Fashion, EdTech, Sports, Marketplaces

Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 87

Number of exits: 15

Check size: $1.1m – $5.6m

Notable investments: Shop Circle, Cortilia, Leaf Space

Founders/Key People: Giorgio Minola, Antonio Concolino, Gianluca Dettori

Website: https://www.primomigliosgr.it/ 

Prosus Ventures

Prosus Ventures is the venture capital arm of Prosus, focusing on early-stage technology investments. Founded in 2015 and based in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, it actively seeks opportunities in various tech domains including e-commerce, mobility, logistics, fintech, blockchain, agriculture technology, sustainability, and software-as-a-service (SaaS). Prosus Ventures is known for its significant investments in companies like Tencent, Stack Overflow, and iFood. 

Headquarters: The Netherlands (Amsterdam)

Investment Geography: Europe, Southeastern Asia, Latin America, United States and Australian tech ecosystems

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Consumer Internet, EdTech, FinTech,Digital Health, E-commerce, Mobility, Software, Blockchain, AgTech, Transportation, Logistics

Stages: Series A, Series B, Series C

Number of investments: 158

Number of exits: 22

Check size: $2.5m – $60m

Notable investments: Bandlab, Kovi, iFood, Tencent, Udemy, Stack Overflow, Remitly, Urban Company, Sololearn, OLX, OLX Brazil, PayU, PaySense, Spendflo

Founders/Key People: Sachin Bhanot, Adam Norgaard, Sandeep Bakshi, Ashutosh Sharma

Website: https://www.prosus.com/prosus-ventures 

Rebel Fund

Rebel Fund is a venture capital fund that was founded in 2019. They focus on investing in top Y Combinator startups and utilize a machine-learning algorithm called Rebel Theorem for validation. The fund is managed by a team of Y Combinator alumni with a successful track record in both founding and investing. Jared Heyman, the Managing Partner, is an experienced entrepreneur and fund manager. Rebel Fund has made over 100 investments across various technology verticals, including education, training services, information technology, and healthcare sectors.

Headquarters: USA (San Francisco, California)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2019

Investment Focus: Consumer Tech, FinTech, HealthTech, B2B, SaaS, RetailTech, AI/ML, DeepTech, Industrial Tech, Transportation, SpaceTech, Climate Tech

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 181

Number of exits: 9

Check size: $100k – $5m

Notable investments: Airbyte, Jeeves, Tranch

Founders/Key People: Jared Heyman, Patrick Hoogendijk

Website: http://www.rebelfund.vc/

Refactor Capital

Refactor Capital is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments. They primarily invest in companies deploying technology to enhance planetary and human health. Their areas of interest include climate, bio, hard tech, and other regulated industries, aiming to support solutions that are more accessible, efficient, and scalable. The firm is known for its close involvement with the startups it backs, providing personalized attention and additional services like CFO support and communications training. Refactor Capital is led by solo partner Zal Bilimoria, emphasizing a personal and responsive approach to working with founders.

Headquarters: USA (Burlingame, California)

Investment Geography: United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom

Operating since: 2016

Investment Focus: Biology (Synthetic Biology, Computational Drug Discovery, BioTech, Health Care, FoodTech, Agriculture/AgTech, Chemicals), Digital Health/HealthTech, Aerospace, Transportation, Software

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 118

Number of exits: 21

Check size: $1m – $2m

Notable investments: Clover Health, Astranis, Coinbase

Founders/Key People: Zal Bilimoria, Tejal Shah

Website: http://www.refactor.com/

Revolution (Washington DC)

Revolution Ventures, headquartered in Washington, D.C., was founded in 2005. It is part of the broader investment firm Revolution, which focuses on partnering with entrepreneurs throughout the entire entrepreneurial lifecycle. The firm is especially interested in large, traditional industries ripe for innovation with new products and services. Revolution manages several funds, including The Rise of the Rest Seed Funds, Revolution Ventures, and Revolution Growth, aiming to build disruptive, innovative companies that offer consumers more choice, convenience, and control. They have raised funds totaling $615 million across three funds, with a notable investment in Bionaut Labs among others.

Headquarters: USA (Washington DC)

Investment Geography: Global

Operating since: 2005

Investment Focus: Consumer/B2C, EdTech, FinTech, Sports & Entertainment, E-commerce, HealthTech/Digital Health, FoodTech, Marketplaces, Software/SaaS, Enterprise/B2B, Transportation, Hospitality/TravelTech, Manufacturing

Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C

Number of investments: 520

Number of exits: 127

Check size:$100k – $12m

Notable investments: Sportradar, Tala, Bionaut Labs

Founders/Key People: James Barlia, Philippe Bourguignon

Website: https://revolution.com/ 

RTP Global

RTP Global is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in ambitious founders leveraging technology to reshape the world. Established in 2000, it has a global presence with offices in New York, London, Bangalore, Paris, and Dubai. The firm has a track record of rapid investment decisions and long-term support, focusing on early-stage technology startups. RTP Global emphasizes scaling businesses, with a notable achievement of having one in ten of their portfolio companies reach unicorn status, and one in twenty becoming decacorns. They offer extensive support to their founders, leveraging a global network to facilitate expansion and connections.

Headquarters: USA 

Investment Geography: Global approach but mainly focused in Europe, North America, and Asia

Operating since: 2000

Investment Focus: AI, AdTech, E-commerce, EdTech, eSports, FinTech, FoodTech, HealthTech, Software, Local Serach, Marketplaces, Media & Entertainment, PropTech, SaaS, Sport & Wellness, Transportation & Logistics

Stages: Post-Seed, Series A, Series B

Number of investments: 252

Number of exits: 54

Check size: $500k – $15m

Notable investments: SumUp, Knotel, Refyne, Tealbook, Datadog, Delivery Hero

Founders/Key People: Jelmer Jong, Maria Krajukhina

Website: http://www.rtp.vc/

Scale Ventures Partners

Scale Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in Foster City, California, founded in 2000. It specializes in early-stage technology investments, focusing on companies ready to transition from founder-led growth to a scalable go-to-market strategy. The firm invests in sectors such as AI applications, fintech, infrastructure, productivity, security, and vertical-specific solutions. Scale Venture Partners aims to invest in the new era of intelligent software, leveraging technology shifts catalyzed by AI to change work methodologies.

Headquarters: USA (Foster City, California)

Investment Geography: USA

Operating since: 2000

Investment Focus: Intelligent Enterprise Software/B2B Software/SaaS (Cloud, Mobile, FinTech, Cyber Security, DevOps, Dev Tools, AdTech/MarTech, HealthTech, HRTech, PropTech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Transportation)

Stages: Series A, Series B, Series C

Number of investments: 425

Number of exits: 172

Check size: $500k – $5m, $5m – $15m

Notable investments: Papayaglobal, Archipelago, Viz.ai, Demandbase

Founders/Key People: Noah Gross, Kate Mitchell 

Website: https://www.scalevp.com/

Seed Capital (Denmark)

Seed Capital, based in Denmark, focuses on backing exceptional founders from seed to Series A stages and beyond. It boasts a high conversion rate of more than 70% of its companies from seed to Series A, marking it as one of Europe’s top-performing funds. It has recently raised €140M for its next fund, underlining its commitment to Danish technology companies with global ambitions.

Headquarters: Denmark (Copenhagen, Denmark)

Investment Geography: Denmark-based technology companies

Operating since: 2004

Investment Focus: B2B SaaS, Enterprise Software, MarTech, Cyber Security, LegalTech, HRTech, Energy, Telecom, Transportation, Semiconductors, Consumer, HealthTech, FinTech, Sports & Media, FoodTech

Stages: Seed, Series A

Number of investments: 323

Number of exits: 157

Check size: €2m – €4m initial investment 

Notable investments: LUNAR, Coinify, Trustpilot, 

Founders/Key People: Ulla Brockenhuus-Schack, Christian Brøndum

Website: http://www.seedcapital.dk/ 

Spider Capital

Spider Capital is a venture capital firm based in San Francisco, California, focusing on seed-stage investments primarily in technology-driven enterprise cloud software companies. Established in 2015, the firm seeks to lead or co-lead seed round investments in the United States, Canada, and Israel. The team at Spider Capital is composed of experienced enterprise SaaS founders, operators, advisors, and investors who have been involved in some of the most pioneering and iconic enterprise cloud companies. 

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Israel, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Portugal, China.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Enterprise/B2B Software/SaaS, Digital Transformation (Construction, EnergyTech, GovTech, HealthTech, InsurTech, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Transportation).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 74

Number of exits: 8

Check size: $100K – $1M

Notable investments: Forter, Apollo

Founders/Key People: Michael Neril

Website: https://www.spidercapital.com/

Spiral Ventures

Spiral Ventures Asia is a venture capital firm based in Singapore, established in 2017 with a focus on addressing social needs and fostering exponential growth in Southeast Asia and India. The firm’s mission is to support innovative startups that have the potential to make significant social impacts and achieve rapid growth in these regions. Spiral Ventures operates with a vision of creating a bridge between corporates and growing Asian startups, facilitating market access and providing strategic support beyond financial investment​​​​.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: Japan, India, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Hong Kong, Thailand, United States, Australia, Vietnam.

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: X-Tech (AI, Big Data, IoT, App Development, Contents, E-commerce/Marketplace, Education, FinTech, Health Care, HRTech, Marketing, Media Platform, Mobility, Real Estate, SaaS, Transportation, Sharing Economy, Online Advertising, O2O).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 161

Number of exits: 13

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: Coda Payments, Carsome

Founders/Key People: Yuji Horiguchi

Website: https://spiral-ventures.com/

Studio VC

StudioVC stands out as a venture capital firm characterized by its active engagement in shaping the ventures it invests in. The firm, led by a group of entrepreneurial investors, collaborates closely with extraordinary leaders to challenge existing norms and focus on precise execution. StudioVC differentiates itself by not only providing capital but also playing a significant role in strategic planning, product feedback, and business development for early-stage ventures.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Ireland, Canada, France, Netherlands

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Technology, Digital Media, Consumer, FinTech, SaaS, B2B, Enterprise, MarTech, Artificial Intelligence Real Estate, Autonomous Vehicles, Transportation.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 31

Number of exits: 6

Check size: $300K – $10M

Notable investments: Wayflyer, Quanergy.

Founders/Key People: Joseph Coyne

Website: https://www.studio.vc/

SwayVentures

Sway Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2014, focusing on early-stage technology startups. With offices in San Francisco and Munich, Sway Ventures primarily invests in sectors like enterprise software, digital health, and fintech. The firm emphasizes a hands-on approach to working with portfolio companies, providing strategic guidance and operational support. Notable investments include companies like WorkBoard, Anomali, and TigerGraph.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Lithuania, Canada.

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: Consumer Internet, Consumer Tech, FinTech, Real Estate, HealthTech, Retail & Brands, Transportation & Logistics, Enterprise Software, B2B SaaS, Enterprise Tech.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 82

Number of exits: 20

Check size: $1M – $15M

Notable investments: Uber, SalesForce

Founders/Key People: Lani N., Greg White

Website: https://www.swayvc.com/

TenOneTen Ventures

TenOneTen Ventures, established in 2011 in Los Angeles, California, is a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage ventures, seed, series A, series B, and series C rounds in the software and information technology sectors. The firm has made significant investments in various companies, including Flock Freight, RentSpree, CREXi, Outlier.org, and BuildOps.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Israel, Canada, United Kingdom.

Operating since: 2011

Investment Focus: Data & Technology (Software, E-commerce, Consumer, FinTech, Data Science, Transportation, Mobility, MarTech, Digital Media, HealthTech, Real Estate, HRTech, EdTech, Gaming, Robotics, TravelTech).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 142

Number of exits: 24

Check size: $250K – $1.5M

Notable investments: Mashgin, Procore

Founders/Key People: Armando Pauker

Website: https://www.tenoneten.com/

Tuesday Capital

Tuesday Capital, originally known as CrunchFund, is a venture capital firm that has carved a niche for itself in the early-stage and seed-stage investment landscape, with a particular focus on IT-enabled companies. Established in 2011 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Tuesday Capital has demonstrated a deep commitment to supporting founders tackling the world’s most significant challenges. Over the last decade, the firm has been instrumental in the growth of numerous companies, boasting an impressive track record of Unicorns, IPOs, and acquisitions.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Mexico, United Kingdom, Israel, Canada, Uruguay, Netherlands, Argentina, Germany, Australia, Japan, Chile.

Operating since: 2018

Investment Focus: Information Technology, FinTech, Transportation, Digital Media, Enterprise Software, Health, Robotics, Fashion, Telcom, Martech, Foodtech, Energy, Traveltech, Cyber Security, Real Estate.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 311

Number of exits: 99

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: AirBnb, Square

Founders/Key People: Patrick Gallagher

Website: https://www.tuesday.vc/

Tusk Venture Partners

Tusk Venture Partners is a venture capital firm based in New York City, known for its focus on investing in early-stage technology companies operating in highly regulated markets. The firm prides itself on its deep understanding of regulatory risks, offering a unique platform for founders to navigate these complexities. Tusk Venture Partners was co-founded by Bradley Tusk, a seasoned political strategist, and Jordan Nof, a former Blackstone director. Since its inception, the firm has actively supported its portfolio companies in overcoming regulatory hurdles, leveraging its political expertise to help startups break through regulatory barriers​​​​.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, Israel, United Kingdom, New Zealand, India.

Operating since: 2015

Investment Focus: Consumer Tech (Crypto, E-commerce, FinTech, Gaming, Health Care, Insurance, Real Estate, SaaS, Transportation).

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 73

Number of exits: 7

Check size: $500K – $2M

Notable investments: Circe, Coinbase

Founders/Key People: Jordan Nof

Website: https://www.tusk.vc/

Udtara Ventures

Udtara Ventures is a venture capital firm based in New Delhi, India, established in 2019. The firm focuses on partnering with early-stage founders to build highly scalable businesses that leverage technology and innovation. Udtara Ventures supports a wide array of sectors, including online gaming, compliance tech, payment solutions, deep tech, healthcare, defence tech, fintech, and direct-to-consumer (D2C) ventures.

Headquarters: India

Investment Geography: India, Canada.

Operating since: 2019

Investment Focus: FinTech, EdTech, Data Analytics, E-commerce, SaaS/Software, IT, AgTech, Robotics, Gaming, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Transport & Logistics.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 5

Check size: $50K – $1M

Notable investments: Glamyo, RummyBazi

Founders/Key People: Ankit Lakhotia

Website: https://www.udtaraventures.com/

Vy Capital

Vy Capital, founded in 2013 by Alexander Tamas, is an investment firm headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm primarily focuses on the internet and software industries. It is known for making significant investments, with an average round investment of about 300 million USD.

Headquarters: United Arab Emirates

Investment Geography: United States, India, China, United Kingdom, Spain, Nigeria, Brazil, Australia, Mexico.

Operating since: 2013

Investment Focus: Enterprise Software, FinTech, HealthTech, Real Estate Tech, Cyber Security, Digital Media, Telcom, FoodTech, E-commerce, Transportation, Hardware, Marketplaces.

Stage: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 77

Number of exits: 8

Check size: $1M – $50M

Notable investments: Zomato, Blockchain.com

Founders/Key People: Pablo Mendoza

Website: https://www.vycapital.com/

Wonder Ventures

Wonder Ventures, founded in 2014 and based in Malibu, California, is a venture capital firm that primarily invests in Southern California’s technology companies. They focus on pre-seed and seed-stage investments, aiming to be the first institutional capital for entrepreneurs in the region. The firm is well-integrated into the LA tech community, supporting over 80 portfolio companies and 200 founders.

Headquarters: United States

Investment Geography: United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, Canada.

Operating since: 2014

Investment Focus: B2B Software/Enterprise Software/SaaS, Blockchain, Consumer, FinTech, Health Care, Marketplaces, Transportation/Logistics.

Stage: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 66

Number of exits: 10

Check size: $250K – $500K

Notable investments: Coinbase, Honey

Founders/Key People: Dustin Rosen

Website: https://wondervc.com/

XAnge Ventures

XAnge is a prominent venture capital firm with a focus on early-stage investments, particularly in the fields of data, care, trust, and impact. They emphasize supporting inclusive technology initiatives that aim to improve society and the environment. With over 20 years of experience, the XAnge team comprises multicultural and diverse investors and operators, driven by a passion for tech and positive innovations. As part of the Siparex Group, XAnge manages €650 million in funds, demonstrating their significant presence in the venture capital landscape.

Headquarters: France

Investment Geography: France, Germany, United States, Belgium, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Israel, Argentina, Netherlands, Canada.

Operating since: 2004

Investment Focus: Digital/Software/SaaS (Enterprise,Semi-Pro,Consumer),DeepTech (AI,Transportation,Energy,Blockchain),Impact (Sustainable Food & Housing,Environment & CleanTech,Open Data & Safety,Health & Well-Being,Social Inclusion,Cohesion & Transition,EdTech & HRTech).

Stage: Pre-Seed,Seed,Series A, Series B.

Number of investments: 269

Number of exits: 56

Check size: $1M – $10M

Notable investments: Odoo, Believe Digital

Founders/Key People: Guillaume Meulle

Website: https://www.xange.vc

Conclusion

The transportation landscape is in flux, driven by a need for smarter, cleaner, and more efficient solutions. This list equips you with 58 of the most promising VC investors actively backing transportation startups. Don’t settle for just any VC – target those with a deep understanding of the transportation industry and a track record of success in fueling innovation. With the right VC partner by your side, you can navigate the road to growth, secure funding, and leave your mark on the future of transportation.