
Cofounders Capital
Description
Cofounders Capital is a prominent seed-stage venture capital firm based in Cary, North Carolina, specializing in B2B software companies. Their investment strategy is geographically focused on the Southeast United States, with a particular emphasis on startups within North Carolina. The firm distinguishes itself by providing not just capital but also hands-on operational support and mentorship to its portfolio companies, often leveraging the extensive entrepreneurial experience of its partners to guide founders through critical growth phases.
The firm targets early-stage B2B software companies that demonstrate strong potential for scalability and market disruption. Cofounders Capital typically deploys initial investments ranging from $250,000 to $1.5 million, aiming to be the lead or a significant participant in seed rounds. They also reserve substantial capital for follow-on investments in their most promising portfolio companies, supporting their growth through subsequent funding rounds. This approach allows them to build deep relationships with founders and actively contribute to their strategic development, helping them navigate product-market fit, sales acceleration, and team building.
Cofounders Capital has successfully raised multiple funds, demonstrating a consistent commitment to the regional tech ecosystem. Their most recent fund, Fund V, closed at $60 million, bringing their total assets under management across all funds to over $150 million. This capital base enables them to support a robust portfolio of innovative B2B software ventures, contributing significantly to job creation and economic development in the Southeast. The firm's active involvement in the startup community, including hosting events and providing resources, further solidifies its role as a key player in fostering entrepreneurial success in the region.
Investor Profile
Cofounders Capital has backed more than 56 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 30 rounds, about 54% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Information Technology.
- Led 3 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $250K – $1.5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (66%)
- Series Unknown (14%)
- Series A (11%)
- Series B (7%)
- Pre Seed (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (98%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Health Care
- Analytics
- Enterprise Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Crm
- Marketing
- Financial Services
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