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Connetic Ventures

North America, Kentucky, United States, Covington

Description

Connetic Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Covington, Kentucky, distinguished by its innovative, data-driven investment approach. The firm leverages its proprietary AI and machine learning platform, "Wendal," to identify, evaluate, and invest in promising startups. This unique methodology aims to mitigate human bias and accelerate the investment process, allowing Connetic Ventures to focus on pre-seed to seed-stage companies across various sectors, often targeting diverse founders and underserved markets.

Connetic Ventures primarily targets companies seeking initial capital for their earliest rounds. Their AI-driven platform helps them efficiently screen a large volume of applications, providing a more transparent and objective evaluation process. This enables them to make swift investment decisions and support founders who might otherwise be overlooked by traditional VC models. The firm is committed to not just providing capital but also offering strategic guidance and network access to its portfolio companies, fostering their growth and development.

Since its inception, Connetic Ventures has demonstrated significant activity in the early-stage ecosystem. The firm has reportedly made over 100 investments, with Crunchbase indicating 135 investments to date across its portfolio. Their initial check sizes typically range from $100,000 to $500,000, reflecting their focus on providing crucial early capital to nascent ventures. Connetic Ventures successfully closed its second fund, Fund II, at $25 million, further solidifying its capacity to support a growing portfolio of innovative startups. This commitment to leveraging technology for investment decisions positions Connetic Ventures as a forward-thinking player in the venture capital landscape.

Investor Profile

Connetic Ventures has backed more than 118 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 5 rounds, about 4% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Convertible Note rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Typical check size: $100K – $500K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (49%)
  • Pre Seed (26%)
  • Convertible Note (12%)
  • Series A (6%)
  • Series Unknown (4%)
  • Debt Financing (1%)
  • Angel (1%)
  • Series B (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (90%)
  • Canada (3%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)
  • Israel (2%)
  • India (1%)
  • Mexico (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Saas
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Information Technology
  • E-commerce
  • Health Care
  • Fintech
  • Food And Beverage
  • Enterprise Software
  • Apps
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Connetic Ventures frequently co-invest with?

Techstars
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 6
KB Partners
North America, Illinois, United States, Highland Park
Co-Investments: 3
500 Global
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Invest Detroit Ventures
North America, Michigan, United States, Detroit
Co-Investments: 3
Drive by DraftKings
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 3
Plug and Play
North America, California, United States, Sunnyvale
Co-Investments: 3
Queen City Angels
North America, Ohio, United States, Cincinnati
Co-Investments: 5
SixThirty
North America, Missouri, United States, St Louis
Co-Investments: 3
M25
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 7
Tamarind Hill
North America, Michigan, United States, Ann Arbor
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Connetic Ventures often collaborate with?

Dave Grow
North America, Utah, United States, Salt Lake City
Shared Deals: 2
BG
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 2
MM
North America, Utah, United States, Salt Lake City
Shared Deals: 2
TL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
RW
North America, Utah, United States, Salt Lake City
Shared Deals: 2
BB
North America, Utah, United States, Salt Lake City
Shared Deals: 2
Paul Hill
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Shared Deals: 2
Sangeet Kumar
Asia, Delhi, India
Shared Deals: 2
SC
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
BS
North America, Colorado, United States, Ridgway
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Connetic Ventures?

Campus Ink - NIL Store

Urbana, Illinois, United States

A platform for athletes to sell a to learn design and sell merch. Managing the brands of college athletes to monetize through merch.

E-CommerceRetail
Series UnknownMay 7, 2025
Kigüi

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

Kigüi use AI to improve the food supply chain by managing expiration dates, increasing sales, and reducing food waste in supermarkets.

Food and BeverageSaaSWaste Management
SeedDec 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $500,000
Stacklist

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Social curation network to find, stack, and share your favorite things.

MarketingSocial MediaSocial NetworkSoftware
Pre SeedNov 1, 2024
Amount Raised: $270,800
Bump

Los Angeles, California, United States

Bump is an AI-powered analytics-driven platform that helps creators receive and manage microadvances for their businesses.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Content CreatorsFinTechSharing EconomyVirtual Workforce
SeedApr 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Cloverleaf.me

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Cloverleaf provides automated personal and team coaching to help businesses detect and combine personalities for a team.

Data VisualizationHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Series AMar 27, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,300,000
Creators and Makers

Sittingbourne, Kent, United Kingdom

Creators & Makers is a design and production agency crafting brand materials and campaigns across various media platforms.

AdvertisingBrand MarketingCreative Agency
Pre SeedFeb 20, 2024
Amount Raised: $200,000
Base

Miami, Florida, United States

Base is a membership club that brings together brilliant minds for customized social activities.

HospitalityService IndustrySocial NetworkSoftware
SeedFeb 16, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
Nonsense

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Nonsense is an e-learning provider that offers a language-learning experience, utilizing storytelling and AI through movies.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)E-LearningLanguage Learning
Pre SeedFeb 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $100,000
Stagetime

Bloomington, Indiana, United States

Stagetime is an online network where artists, arts administrators, and agents can grow as professionals.

Media and EntertainmentPerforming ArtsSocial Network
SeedFeb 14, 2024
Amount Raised: $100,000
Out Of Office

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Out Of Office is a travel app for people to discover and share travel recommendations and restaurant with friends.

Information ServicesLeisureTravel
SeedJan 29, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,290,000