Miramichi Technology Investment Fund

About The Fund

Miramichi Technology Investment Fund, also known as Stage 1 Ventures (S1V), is a venture capital firm with a mission to invest in disruptive Deep Tech and Science companies that are transforming global industries. The fund specializes in equity investments, with a particular focus on expansion, management buyouts/leverage buyouts (MBO/LBO), and recapitalization stages. As a venture capital fund, they strive to bridge the capital gap for early-stage entrepreneurs through capital efficient fund models benefiting Limited Partners. They leverage the venture capital and operating experience of their partners to work cooperatively with entrepreneurs, helping them to build their companies both smarter and faster. Their comprehensive SSVSS framework guides startups from ideation to market success, encompassing Scan, Selection, Validation, Scale, and Success stages to ensure a methodical approach to investment and growth. They value the importance of an extensive network, market insights, and investment in strategic co-investing relationships for scaling enterprises. Stage 1 Ventures operates with the conviction that innovation and reflective learning are key to creating successful enterprises and they mentor entrepreneurs to make 'timing' happen, reflecting on market trends and adjustments. By applying a milestone-based approach to investment, they aim to bring partners to liquidity within 3-5 years, focusing on disruptive companies that can ensure a shorter path to financial returns. Their expertise extends to building strategic co-investing relationships and leveraging market intelligence to maximize return on investment. With over 30 years of investing experience, S1V boasts involvement with over 100 leading companies, amounting to $2 billion in investment proceeds.