Active Capital

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Status

ACTIVE

Global HQ

San Antonio, United States

Countries of investment

Netherlands
Germany

Investment stages

Pre-Seed
Seed

Industries

AI
Machine Learning
E-Commerce
Logistics
Life Sciences
Gaming
Software
Financial Planning

About
Active Capital is a Texas-based venture capital firm led by entrepreneur-turned-investor Pat Matthews. The firm focuses on leading pre-seed rounds for business software companies, especially those building at the intersection of software, cloud infrastructure, and AI. Active Capital typically invests $500K to $1M initially and aims to be a material part of the first $1-2M raised. The firm is known for its founder-centric approach, providing deep support and acting as a coach, problem solver, and connector for ambitious founders.

Min check size: $500K
Max check size: $1M
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Investment Thesis

Acre Venture Partners is a global investment firm that backs diverse companies focusing on long-term value creation. The firm invests across geographies and sectors, supporting innovators with deep expertise and capital.

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Manager's Experience

Active Capital is a venture firm led by entrepreneur-turned-investor Pat Matthews, focusing on leading pre-seed rounds for business software startups at the intersection of SaaS, cloud, and AI. They invest $500K-$1M initially and aim to be a key part of the first $1-2M raised, supporting scrappy founders working towards product-market fit with hands-on mentorship and capital.