Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | CleanTech • Analytics |
Stages | Seed, Pre-seed |
Investing | United States |
Investment Range | $100,000 - $5,000,000 |
Investment Sweet Spot | $1,500,000 |
PointSquared Ventures is a private investment firm specializing in seeding and nurturing early-stage companies operating in the Technology, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors. They position themselves as a pivotal partner for visionary founders and talented operation partners who have demonstrated remarkable track records in these core markets. PointSquared Ventures employs a dual-faceted approach to investments: firstly, by investing early in pre-seed and seed-stage startups, they provide the essential capital needed during the critical phase of company formation and market entry; secondly, they actively engage in the formation of startups by scouting and onboarding founders to initiate and advance impactful products and services. This intricate involvement at the very inception of startups is a defining characteristic of their investment strategy. PointSquared Ventures is self-funded, enabling a long-horizon view free from the immediate pressures to return capital to outside investors. Instead, their focus is on building sustained value across their investments, one opportunity at a time. This fund operates with a minimum investment of $100,000, a maximum of $5,000,000, and a 'sweet spot' of investment around $1,500,000. Their speciality lies in seeding the growth of companies at the seed and pre-seed stages. Moreover, the fund is led by Robert Wentz, an entrepreneur with a rich legacy in investment, consulting, and founding companies such as Mountain Point, CentralApp, Stonewall Energy, and having had significant roles in firms such as Allegheny Science & Technology. PointSquared Ventures showcases an impressive portfolio of Venture Studios focusing on National Security & Defense Tech, Advanced Materials & Energy, Digital Transformation & Cyber Security, underpinning their dedication to transformative sectors. They offer capital investment, mentorship, and other support to propel growth, job creation, and success in today's innovative marketplaces.