Upstage Ventures

About The Fund

Upstage Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm that concentrates its investments in the early-stage technology space, particularly targeting the information technology (IT) sectors, which encompass a broad array of industries including TMT (Technology, Media, Telecom), BioTech, Artificial Intelligence & Big Data, HealthTech & Fitness, and Web Security & Privacy. Since its establishment in 2010, Upstage Ventures has been actively involved in funding and advising consumer internet companies along with businesses in the interactive marketing sphere. Their investment thesis revolves around identifying and nurturing innovative startups that demonstrate the potential for significant growth and market disruption. By providing both capital and strategic guidance, they aim to propel the ascendancy of their portfolio companies in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Their selective approach to investment is designed to help exceptional entrepreneurs 'upstage' their competition and achieve ambitious milestones. Besides financial support, Upstage Ventures leverages extensive industry networks and operational expertise to assist in the scaling process, thereby driving value creation throughout the venture lifecycle. This hands-on methodology is indicative of their commitment to playing a critical role in the journey of their investees from the inception phase to market leadership. The current portfolio of Upstage Ventures reflects the firm’s focus on innovative platforms and solutions that cater to the ever-growing needs and security concerns of the digital era, addressing global markets and diverse industries through technological advancements.