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INACTIVE
Global HQ
Chicago, United States
Countries of investment
  • Ireland
Investment stages
  • Pre-Seed
  • Seed
  • Series A
Industries
  • Fintech
  • AI
  • Health Tech
  • Blockchain
  • Crypto
About
FireStarter Fund is an early stage investment fund formed by a group of Chicago Technology entrepreneurs. The fund aims to help Technology companies grow by providing financial support and mentorship. The fund's mission is to repay the debt oTheyd to previous innovators by funding new ideas and entrepreneurs with the passion to bring their visions to life. The focus areas include the development and growth of a nurturing business Community, mentoring successful founders, and promoting Technology as a driving force of modern civilization. The fund was announced on January 30, 2012, and is now fully invested.
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$250K
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FireStarter is an early stage investment fund focused on helping Technology companies grow. They aim to support the next generation of innovators by helping to fund promising new ideas and passionate entrepreneurs.
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