Gambit Ventures

About The Fund

Gambit Ventures is a venture capital firm that specializes in supporting early to Series A stage startups, with a focus on technology companies. They predominantly invest in innovative businesses within Software, FinTech, Retail and E-Commerce, Sales and Marketing, Cosmetics and Fashion, CleanTech, Artificial Intelligence and Big Data, Analytics, and Logistics and Distribution sectors. Based primarily in New York City, they extend their investment reach to technology firms seeking to transform their respective industries. Gambit Ventures operates with an investment range of $25,000 to $150,000, favoring opportunities where they can invest around $60,000, which is their investment 'sweet spot.' Their unique value proposition lies in their approach to nurturing entrepreneurs through mentoring and development in collaboration with industry experts who have international business development experience across various sectors. The mentors at Gambit Ventures apply their knowledge and credibility to assist new start-ups in overcoming challenges during critical early stages. With expertise in business modeling, corporate creation, and fundraising, they serve as an advisory firm that takes a hands-on approach without overstepping, respecting that the business concept belongs to the entrepreneur. They prioritize understanding the entrepreneur's ideas and transforming them into viable business models with market potential. Gambit Ventures’ website showcases their commitment to being the first move in creating one's own business, emphasizing their role as companions in the entrepreneurial journey. Prospective startup founders are encouraged to submit their elevator pitches for consideration, preferably in a brief one-page summary or a 5-minute video outlining the business concept, plan for realization, and growth potential. Submissions are reviewed quarterly, with mentors independently deciding whether or not to establish a connection for further discussion and possibly embark on the mentorship process.