Serra Ventures

About The Fund

Serra Ventures is an investment firm specializing in early-stage technology companies. They operate with a focus on providing seed and Series A funding, primarily targeting businesses in sectors such as Software (Web, Marketplace, SaaS), IT & TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications), Media, BioTech, AgroTech, Business Solutions, Hardware & Manufacturing, Energy, CleanTech, Artificial Intelligence & Big Data, Material Science, Medical Devices & Hospital Services, DeepTech, and Consumer products. Serra Ventures offers a broad investment range, typically investing between $100,000 and $5,000,000, with a 'sweet spot' investment size of around $1,500,000. They have established multiple investment funds, including Serra Capital I, II, III, Serra Capital II Follow-On-Fund, Serra Capital III SBIC, Serra Capital Ag Tech Fund, and Serra Ag & Food Tech Fund II, to support their portfolio companies. Their approach includes catalyzing innovation across the United States and nurturing over 100 early-stage tech startups from varied locations such as Champaign, Chicago, San Diego, and Park City. Serra Ventures boasts a track record of successful investments as evidenced by exits and the recognition of their portfolio companies in prestigious listings like Deloitte's Tech Fast 500, Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Companies, and others. Their commitment to advancing technological and agricultural innovation is underscored by their targeted Ag Tech Thesis and involvement in industry-specific achievements such as assisting portfolio companies in securing significant grants and being named to noteworthy industry accolades. Furthermore, they maintain active communication with their stakeholders by hosting annual meetings and providing regular news updates. Serra Ventures strives to partner with visionary entrepreneurs, supporting them through financial investment, strategic guidance, and access to a network of resources to foster growth and drive sector-leading innovations.