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Factor[e] Ventures

North America, Colorado, United States, Fort Collins

Description

Factor[e] Ventures is a Fort Collins, US-based venture capital firm dedicated to supporting early-stage technology companies in emerging markets. The firm focuses on providing both capital and hands-on operational support to startups addressing critical needs in sectors such as energy access, sustainable agriculture, mobility, and waste/sanitation. Their investment philosophy is deeply rooted in impact, aiming to foster scalable solutions that not only generate financial returns but also contribute significantly to climate resilience and social development in underserved regions.

Operating with a patient capital approach, Factor[e] Ventures understands the unique challenges and longer development cycles often associated with building businesses in emerging economies. They typically engage with companies at the Seed and Series A stages, offering strategic guidance, technical assistance, and access to their extensive network. This comprehensive support model is designed to help portfolio companies navigate complex market dynamics, scale their operations, and achieve sustainable growth.

Factor[e] Ventures is known for its initial investments, which commonly range from approximately $500,000 to $2,000,000, with the capacity for follow-on funding as companies mature. Their portfolio spans diverse geographies, including various countries across Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America, reflecting their commitment to global innovation. The firm's strategic focus on high-impact sectors and its robust support system make it a key player in the venture capital landscape for emerging market technologies.

Investor Profile

Factor[e] Ventures has backed more than 32 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 13 rounds, about 41% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Convertible Note, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in India, United States, Kenya.
  • Strong thematic focus on Energy, Renewable Energy, Agriculture.
  • Led 2 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (69%)
  • Convertible Note (13%)
  • Series A (6%)
  • Pre Seed (3%)
  • Series Unknown (3%)
  • Angel (3%)
  • Series B (3%)

Country Focus

  • India (16%)
  • United States (16%)
  • Kenya (9%)
  • United Kingdom (9%)
  • Germany (9%)
  • Rwanda (9%)
  • Ghana (6%)
  • Nigeria (6%)
  • Mexico (6%)
  • South Africa (6%)

Industry Focus

  • Energy
  • Renewable Energy
  • Agriculture
  • Agtech
  • Food Processing
  • Information Technology
  • Automotive
  • Electric Vehicle
  • Food And Beverage
  • Software
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Who does Factor[e] Ventures frequently co-invest with?

India Accelerator
Asia, Haryana, India, Gurgaon
Co-Investments: 1
KawiSafi Ventures
Africa, Nairobi Area, Kenya, Nairobi
Co-Investments: 2
E3 Capital
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2
Kaleo Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Co-Investments: 2
At One Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Co-Investments: 1
Pravega Ventures
Asia, Delhi, India, New Delhi
Co-Investments: 2
StillMark
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
Lendahand
Europe, Zuid-Holland, The Netherlands, Rotterdam
Co-Investments: 2
Block
North America, California, United States, Oakland
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does Factor[e] Ventures often collaborate with?

Rajan Anandan
Asia, India
Shared Deals: 1
RS
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
AC
North America, Missouri, United States, Saint Louis
Shared Deals: 1
Vinay Mittal
Asia, Delhi, India, Delhi
Shared Deals: 1
Jitendra Gupta
Asia, Maharashtra, India, Mumbai
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Factor[e] Ventures?

Open Access Energy

Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa

Open Access Energy provides energy management software.

Renewable EnergySoftware
SeedJun 17, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,800,000
Open Access Energy

Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa

Open Access Energy provides energy management software.

Renewable EnergySoftware
SeedAug 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
InspiraFarms

Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom

InspiraFarms™ supplies modular, FOOD-SAFE certification ready modular processing and cold storage technology.

AgricultureFood and BeverageFood Processing
Convertible NoteJan 23, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,085,755
Terralima

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya

Terralima is building a digital platform where we connect a trusted network of farmers in Africa to food producers and co-operatives.

AgricultureAgTechFinTechMarketplace
Pre SeedMay 5, 2023
Amount Raised: $100,000
Gateway.fm

Stavanger, Rogaland, Norway

GatewayFM is a decentralized blockchain infrastructure and node provider.

BlockchainCryptocurrencyWeb3
SeedFeb 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,600,000
SunFi

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

SunFi tech solution help people access solar energy with installation and payment plans.

EnergySolar
SeedFeb 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,325,000
enee.io

Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom

enee.io designs and develops battery monitoring systems.

BatteryEnergyManufacturing
SeedDec 8, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,223,418
Gridless

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Gridless is a bitcoin mining firm.

BitcoinCryptocurrency
SeedDec 6, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Beacon Power Services

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Beacon Power Services is a utility company that provides energy management software and analytics for utilities.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyEnergy ManagementSoftware
SeedAug 5, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,700,000
Gridless

Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Gridless is a bitcoin mining firm.

BitcoinCryptocurrency
AngelApr 1, 2022