R-Squared Ventures

What is R-Squared Ventures?

R-Squared Ventures is a family-run, early-ish stage venture fund focused on investing in smart people with transformative ideas.

They operate primarily in the following industries: Software, including web marketplaces and Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms; AgroTech for advancements in agricultural technology; Business Solutions that improve efficiency and productivity; FinTech and Financial Services which innovate in the financial sector; Retail and E-Commerce by enhancing online shopping experiences; Gaming and eSports, capturing the rapidly growing interactive entertainment market; and the broader Consumer sector, backing companies that connect directly with end-users.

Their investment parameters are clear, with a minimum of $100,000 and a maximum of $5,000,000, with a sweet spot of around $1,500,000 in funding. The fund specializes in Seed and Series A rounds, meaning they aim to support companies at the crucial early stages of growth when they are ready to scale their operations and market reach.

Their portfolio includes a diverse range of innovative companies, such as Artsy, a platform for art discovery and collection; Brat, a digital production company targeting teen audiences; Care/of, which personalizes consumer healthcare starting with vitamins; and Orchard, revolutionizing home buying and selling.

The fund also has several notable exits, including companies that have been acquired or gone public, demonstrating the success and impact of their investment strategy. Through an exclusive array of investments spanning different sectors, R-Squared Ventures positions themselves as a versatile and instrumental partner for pioneering entrepreneurs aiming to redefine their respective industries.

What they say:

We operate as an angel fund for entrepreneurs.

What we look for: We invest in and support entrepreneurs focusing on e-commerce, fintech, and SaaS solutions.