
J4.Ventures
Description
J4.Ventures is a New York-based early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in technology and technology-enabled businesses. The firm positions itself as a partner for disruptive companies with robust management teams and significant market opportunities. While they describe themselves as "stage agnostic," their stated preference lies in early-stage investments, specifically targeting Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds. This flexible approach allows them to engage with companies at various critical junctures of their growth.
The firm's investment philosophy centers on identifying innovative solutions that can reshape industries. They seek out businesses poised for substantial growth within large addressable markets, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership to navigate the complexities of scaling a technology venture. Their commitment to early-stage companies suggests a hands-on approach, supporting founders from foundational development through initial market penetration and expansion.
J4.Ventures has built a portfolio reflecting its focus on cutting-edge technology. A notable investment includes Blockdaemon, a leading blockchain infrastructure platform, where J4.Ventures demonstrated its long-term commitment by participating in multiple funding rounds, including Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, and Series D rounds. This extensive involvement underscores their strategy of supporting portfolio companies beyond their initial investment. Another key investment is in The Block, a prominent media, research, and data company focused on the digital asset space, where J4.Ventures participated in a Series A round. As of early 2024, Crunchbase lists J4.Ventures as an investor in approximately 10 companies, showcasing their active presence in the early-stage tech ecosystem.
Investor Profile
J4.Ventures has backed more than 24 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 8% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Technology, Financial Services.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
Stage Focus
- Seed (50%)
- Pre Seed (33%)
- Series A (8%)
- Convertible Note (4%)
- Series Unknown (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (100%)
Industry Focus
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Financial Services
- Software
- Generative Ai
- Health Care
- Fintech
- Wealth Management
- Advanced Materials
- Chemical
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