Industrious Ventures

About Industrious Ventures

Industrious Ventures is an investment fund that focuses on the transformation of fundamental industries and processes through the application of cutting-edge technologies. They target companies that are innovating in sectors rooted in the industrial sector, such as Hardware (& Manufacturing), Retail (& E-Commerce), Blockchain (& Cryptos), Robotics, and Aerospace (& Defense). Their interest lies in modern startups that are building transformational technology and operations, which they equate to the significance of the intercontinental railroads for transportation or the Haber Bosch process for agriculture. Industrious Ventures' investment thesis centers on three key criteria: Dual Use Technologies (companies that support national defense efforts with potential commercial sector growth), Fundamental Industries (legacy industries ripe for innovation), and Strategic Capital Mix (a blend of financial capital and human resources from public universities, private investors, and government agencies working together). They prefer to co-invest in early-stage companies while reserving ample capital for follow-on opportunities. Industrious Ventures' financial commitment to a single firm ranges from a minimum investment of $100,000 to a maximum of $5,000,000, with a sweet spot around $1,500,000. Their specialties include participating in Seed, Series A, and Pre-seed funding rounds. They hold a portfolio of companies that align with their investment criterion and demonstrate that the genesis of venture capital is not just about financial investment but also about the collaborative effort towards groundbreaking advancements.