Break Trail Ventures

Break Trail Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm strategically positioned with offices in Columbus, Ohio, and Boulder, Colorado. The firm's core mission is to invest in and support founders who are building transformative software businesses. By maintaining a presence in both the Midwest and Mountain West regions, Break Trail Ventures effectively taps into diverse and growing tech ecosystems, providing essential capital and strategic guidance to promising startups at their foundational stages.

The firm's investment thesis is centered on identifying innovative companies that leverage technology to address significant market needs. Break Trail Ventures has a defined focus on several key industry verticals, including Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Fintech, Healthcare, Supply Chain, the Future of Work, and Artificial Intelligence. A significant milestone for the firm was the successful closing of its inaugural fund, Break Trail Ventures Fund I, which secured a total capital commitment of $10.5 million in 2022. This fund empowers their strategy to provide crucial early-stage funding to a select portfolio of innovative companies.

Break Trail Ventures typically deploys initial checks that fall within the range of $250,000 to $750,000. This investment size is designed to provide meaningful early capital for startups looking to achieve product-market fit, secure initial customer traction, or build out their core teams. Beyond the initial investment, the firm also strategically reserves capital for follow-on rounds, demonstrating a commitment to supporting their portfolio companies through subsequent growth phases. Their approach emphasizes a collaborative partnership, leveraging their network and operational expertise to help founders navigate the complexities of early-stage development and achieve sustainable growth.