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Johnson Venture Partners

North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta

Description

Johnson Venture Partners (JVP) is an Atlanta-based micro venture capital fund dedicated to investing in early-stage technology companies. With a primary focus on pre-seed and seed rounds, JVP seeks to partner with exceptional founders who are building disruptive solutions. The firm's investment thesis centers on high-growth sectors, including Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), FinTech, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), and B2B software, aiming to identify and nurture the next generation of innovative startups.

JVP distinguishes itself through a hands-on investment approach, aiming to provide more than just capital. The firm actively offers strategic guidance, operational support, and leverages its extensive network to help portfolio companies scale efficiently. This collaborative model is designed to accelerate growth, overcome early-stage challenges, and achieve significant milestones, reflecting their commitment to deep engagement with their founders beyond mere financial contribution.

Since its inception, Johnson Venture Partners has demonstrated a consistent commitment to the early-stage ecosystem. According to Crunchbase data, the firm has made at least 10 investments in promising startups, with 2 of these being lead investments, underscoring their conviction in select opportunities. JVP has also seen one of its portfolio companies achieve a successful exit, validating their investment strategy and ability to identify valuable ventures. Their typical first checks range from $100,000 to $750,000, aligning with their focus on foundational pre-seed and seed-stage funding to help companies establish initial traction and prepare for subsequent growth rounds.

Investor Profile

Johnson Venture Partners has backed more than 27 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 3 rounds, about 11% of its total and boasts 1 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.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, Information Technology.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $750K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (63%)
  • Pre Seed (7%)
  • Convertible Note (7%)
  • Series A (7%)
  • Series Unknown (7%)
  • Angel (4%)
  • Series B (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (96%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Information Technology
  • Saas
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical
  • Data Visualization
  • Media And Entertainment
  • Advertising
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Who does Johnson Venture Partners frequently co-invest with?

Hatteras Venture Partners
North America, North Carolina, United States, Durham
Co-Investments: 1
Central Texas Angel Network
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 1
Network.VC
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 2
Florida Institute for the Commercialization of Florida Technology
North America, Florida, United States, Boca Raton
Co-Investments: 2
Atlanta Technology Angels
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Co-Investments: 2
City Light Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
KC
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 1
Silicon Road Ventures
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Co-Investments: 1
RTP Capital Associates
North America, North Carolina, United States, Raleigh
Co-Investments: 1
VentureSouth
North America, South Carolina, United States, Greenville
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Johnson Venture Partners often collaborate with?

RW
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
BH
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
SL
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
Saki Georgiadis
Asia, Singapore
Shared Deals: 1
BC
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Johnson Venture Partners?

RootNote

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

RootNote is a SaaS platform that helps content creators grow their digital brands.

Data VisualizationMedia and EntertainmentSoftware
Pre SeedMar 20, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,500,000

Art Pharmacy works with mental health professionals to refer patients to arts & culture interventions with therapeutic benefits.

Health Care
SeedJan 8, 2024
EmpowerLocal

Franklin, Tennessee, United States

EmpowerLocal gives brands a simple, data-driven way to buy local advertising at scale.

AdvertisingBrand MarketingMarketing
Convertible NoteJan 1, 2023
VoiceScript, Inc.

Cocoa, Florida, United States

SaaS, Legal Tech, Speech Technologies, Court Reporting Automation, Legal Transcription Automation

SaaSSoftware
SeedApr 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Datasketch

Newark, Delaware, United States

Datasketch is a social technology company that offers to democratize data science and enrich stories.

AnalyticsBig DataSoftware
SeedDec 15, 2021
Amount Raised: $500,000
VoiceScript, Inc.

Cocoa, Florida, United States

SaaS, Legal Tech, Speech Technologies, Court Reporting Automation, Legal Transcription Automation

SaaSSoftware
SeedSep 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
LimeLoop

Emeryville, California, United States

LimeLoop is everything retailers need for sustainable shipping.

LogisticsPackaging ServicesShipping
SeedJul 1, 2021
Impiricus

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Impiricus provides a digital network and platform that connects physicians and industry.

Health CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Pre SeedApr 4, 2021
Amount Raised: $485,000
Grocery Shopii

Davidson, North Carolina, United States

Through the seamless addition of meal planning to any grocer's e-commerce, Grocery Shopii expedites online grocery shopping.

E-CommerceGroceryRetail Technology
Convertible NoteJan 1, 2021
Amount Raised: $860,000
Miventure

Orlando, Florida, United States

Miventure is a mobile first equity crowdfunding marketplace that connects early stage startups with retail investors.

AppsFinancial ServicesFinTechMarketplaceMobile Apps
SeedDec 3, 2020
Amount Raised: $439,000