Chicago Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Champaign, United States
Countries of investment
- USA
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
Industries
- Fintech
- AI
- Blockchain
- Cryptocurrency
- Health Tech
About
Chicago Ventures leads seed investments in overlooked tech startups in underserved regions, partnering with founders in overlooked industries to provide high conviction checks and active support.
Chicago Ventures leads seed investments in overlooked tech startups in underserved regions, partnering with founders in overlooked industries to provide high conviction checks and active support.
Investment Thesis
They Investing for return and growth, focusing on Seed and early investment in healthcare and technology.
Manager's Experience
Bringing extensive experience in venture capital, the fund manager has actively invested in over 100 technology-driven startups, predominantly in the Midwest region. Their strategic focus encompasses early to growth-stage investments, particularly in sectors such as software, healthcare, and consumer goods. With a data-driven approach, they have successfully navigated numerous notable exits, showcasing a commitment to operator-first principles and a deep understanding of market dynamics. Their thematic investment style emphasizes innovation and scalability, driving significant value creation for portfolio companies.
Team
Stuart Larkins
Steven Cook
Rob Chesney
Peter Christman
Lindsay Knight
Jackson Jhin
Ezra Galston
Pat Ryan