Startup Mavericks

About The Fund

Startup Mavericks is a venture capital firm that specializes in Pre-Seed, Seed, and Early-Stage investments. With an investment range between $10,000 and $100,000, and a sweet spot of $25,000 for initial investments, they focus on empowering visionary founders at the earliest stages of their ventures. Startup Mavericks is particularly interested in Software, BioTech, Business Solutions, FinTech and Financial Services, Energy, Retail and E-Commerce, Entertainment and Sports, Web Security and Privacy, Analytics, Future Of Work, and Payments sectors. They have a strong inclination towards technologies that are shaping the future, such as FinTech, Cleantech, Biotech, and Real Estate Tech, although they remain open to investing in all industries. Their track record boasts a 233% internal rate of return over the past 4 years, and their portfolio is diverse, with 40% of companies founded by women and 70% by immigrants. Following their strategic investments, their portfolio companies have accumulated over $300M+ in further investments. Their expansive network, which includes pivotal players like Siemens and Douglas Elliman, provides comprehensive operational assistance for startups. Noteworthy portfolio companies include Brius, PlantSwitch, Irrigreen, Autotmotus, DressX, and Purlin. Founders in their portfolio praise Startup Mavericks for the significant value and introductions they provide, including securing investment rounds and connecting with major corporations. Their inaugural fund, launched in 2022, is building on the success of numerous startups where they were the first investor. Their active support and commitment to founders are highlighted by their role in serving as Board Members or C-Level executives at Marqeta, Acorns, UNest, and Madison Marquette. The firm's website features various resources, including a deck showing their investment focus and successes, testimonials from founders, and an overview of their portfolio companies.