Zelkova Ventures

About The Fund

Zelkova Ventures is a venture capital firm that plays an influential role in supporting early-stage companies, often stepping in as their first institutional source of external financing. The firm places emphasis on partnering with startups in their nascent stages and typically engages in investments ranging from $200,000 to $1,000,000, with an ideal investment size around $500,000. Zelkova Ventures exhibits expertise and an interest in a variety of sectors. These sectors span across Software Services, including Web Marketplaces, SaaS; Information Technology ('IT' & 'TMT'); Business Solutions; CleanTech reflecting a focus on environmental technologies; A.I. and Big Data; Advertising; Cloud Services and Infrastructure contributing to the development of robust online platforms; Developer tools that empower creators; Future of Work showing a commitment to evolving workplace solutions; Messaging; Payments; Robotics; Healthcare and Wellness, emphasizing the importance of personal and public health advancements; Investment Management, exploring financial technologies and strategies; Mobile, underscoring the significance of on-the-go connectivity and solutions; and Woman Focused initiatives, which demonstrate a commitment to diversity and female empowerment in business. The fund is recognized for its specialty in nurturing early, pre-seed, seed, and Series A startups, ensuring that fledgling ventures receive not just capital but also valuable expertise, insights, and execution support. Their investment thesis is centered on active involvement and building strong partnerships with portfolio companies, guiding entrepreneurs through the challenging journey of company development.