AI Investors Backing the Next Generation of Models

Invests in enterprise software and AI with strong data orientation; can lead or co-lead early rounds.

Portfolio: Hyperscience, Domino Data Lab, Cedar

E14 Fund invests in MIT-founded or MIT-affiliated startups focused on deep tech and enterprise solutions, emphasizing AI and practical applications.

Portfolio: Perceptive Automata, Overjet, Mosaic ML

B2B SaaS specialist with strong operator DNA. Focused on sales org productivity and enablement AI with clear GTM buyer.

Portfolio: AudiencePlus, Authenticx, Backstroke

Seed-stage fund investing in B2B SaaS and vertical software with clear ROI and repeatable GTM.

Portfolio: Buoy Health, TraceLink, Compass

Supports high-tech companies innovating in semiconductors, wireless RF systems, and advanced industrial processes.

Portfolio: Xanadu Quantum, Infinera, AAVAA

Invests in founders building tech models that solve global and systemic challenges, including AI and analytics for enterprise applications.

Portfolio: Tractable, Passthrough, KENCOPA

Supports commercialization of UW–Madison innovations and Wisconsin-based technology startups, including deep tech and materials-derived IP.

Portfolio: Virent Inc., NeuWave Medical (historic WARF-related), Exact Sciences (historic Wisconsin ecosystem)

Investment arm designed for pioneering companies in the deeptech fields such as infrastructure and AI/ML systems with high barriers-to-entry.

Portfolio: ENS, SPL, Hardhat

Invest in pioneering Maritime and Defense Technologies transforming surveillance and security.

Portfolio: Nautical AI, Advantage Club, Allocations

Focus on deep tech startups creating unconventional and disruptive solutions at the intersection of hardware, AI infrastructure, and advanced materials.

Portfolio: Lightmatter, Grady, BigUp

Focuses exclusively on cutting-edge materials innovation and hardware technologies for next-gen computing and connectivity.

Portfolio: BiiLabs, Affirm, Axonius

Invests in early-stage AI companies with a focus on applied AI solutions for enterprises.

Portfolio: 9fin, ai Build, Causalens

Investing in early-stage purpose-driven AI and DeepTech companies solving global challenges.

Portfolio: Element AI, Seldon, OPV Social Equity I, LLC (CIK 0001817969)

Multi-fund platform investing in venture-backed startups at seed and beyond, often co-investing in priced seed rounds.

Portfolio: Hims & Hers, OpenAI, Oura

Atomix Ventures focuses on deep tech startups innovating in semiconductors, advanced materials, and cutting-edge computing hardware.

Portfolio: Hims & Hers, OpenStore, Bungalow

Focuses on startups driving innovation in semiconductors, materials science, and quantum-enabling technologies.

Portfolio: Kvantify, Wave Photonics, Multiverse Computing

AI-first venture capital fund investing in machine learning companies from pre-seed onward, including applied AI in vertical workflows.

Portfolio: Faculty, Chattermill, Clove

AquaTech Ventures specializes in supporting maritime technology startups that leverage deep technology to transform traditional marine operations.

Portfolio: Naval Innovations Inc., BioMOD™ Anaerobic Membrane Bioreactor, BioMOD™ Dissolved Air Flotation

Big Pi Ventures invests in IP-driven startups developing scientific breakthroughs, with a strong interest in healthcare and biotech.

Portfolio: Concerto HealthAI, IntelyCare, Audio software

Investing in data-driven companies solving hard problems.

Portfolio: Amper Music, Anomalo, Ansel Health

We believe in the founders who build the future.

Portfolio: Discord, Anthropic, Plaid

AI-focused venture firm backing applied and foundational AI companies, including vertical applications.

Portfolio: Waabi, Ribbon, Crusoe

Thesis-driven venture capital. Investing at the intersection of emerging networks and public benefit.

Portfolio: Pluralis, Humane Genomics, Electroflow

Partner with category-defining enterprise software companies.

Portfolio: Bill.com, JFrog, Box