Foundry Group

About Foundry Group

Foundry Group is a venture capital firm that specializes in seed, startup, and early-stage investments. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, they focus on a broad range of industries including Software (Web, Marketplace, SaaS), PropTech, Education, Business Solutions, FinTech and Financial Services, Retail and E-Commerce, Sales and Marketing, Entertainment and Sports, IoT and Wearables, CleanTech, A.I. and Big Data, HealthTech and Fitness, Blockchain and Cryptos, Web Security and Privacy, Advertising, Analytics, Cloud Services and Infrastructure, Developer tools, Future Of Work, Food & Beverage, Insurance and InsurTech, Medical Devices and Hospital Services, Real Estate and Construction, Healthcare and Wellness, Investment Management, Mobile, Online Social, and Consumer sectors. They target companies within North America, primarily the United States, and have a diverse investment portfolio. With assets under management of $750 million, Foundry Group's investments range from a minimum of $250,000 to a maximum of $30 million, with a sweet spot of around $10 million. They are involved in multiple funding stages, including Early, Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds. The firm brings decades of experience to build valuable companies, identify industry breakthroughs, and invest in people. Foundry Group operates with a 'give first' philosophy and openness, ensuring a conscientious approach combined with unconventional thinking. With a team of experienced partners and a network-driven strategy, they maintain a unique perspective within the venture landscape. Foundry Group also emphasizes intentional giving, with partners investing in nonprofits that support entrepreneurship, racial and gender equity, and various community initiatives. Their network comprises over 70 active investments, 45 partner funds, 100 general partners, and around 1,900 companies.