
Jump Capital
Description
Jump Capital is a Chicago-based venture capital firm known for its thesis-led, sector-focused, and operating-centric investment approach. Established in the United States, the firm primarily targets early-stage companies, specializing in Seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds. Their philosophy emphasizes deep industry expertise and active engagement with portfolio companies, aiming to provide more than just capital.
The firm maintains a clear focus on several key sectors, including Fintech, B2B SaaS, IT/Data Infrastructure, Media/Marketing Tech, Proptech, and Supply Chain. This sector-specific strategy allows Jump Capital to develop proprietary insights and leverage extensive networks within these verticals. With over $1.5 billion in assets under management, Jump Capital has built a substantial portfolio, having invested in more than 100 companies since its inception. This extensive experience across various high-growth industries underscores their commitment to identifying and nurturing disruptive technologies and business models.
Jump Capital's operating-centric model means they actively partner with founders, offering strategic guidance, operational support, and access to their network of industry experts. This hands-on approach is designed to accelerate growth and mitigate risks for their portfolio companies. When it comes to initial investments, Jump Capital typically deploys first checks ranging from $1 million to upwards of $25 million, demonstrating their capacity to support companies from very early stages through significant growth milestones. Their commitment to long-term partnerships and value creation positions them as a strategic ally for ambitious entrepreneurs in their target sectors.
Investor Profile
Jump Capital has backed more than 163 startups, with 7 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 59 rounds, about 36% of its total and boasts 34 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Series B, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Israel, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, FinTech, Analytics.
- Led 5 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $25M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (26%)
- Series B (25%)
- Seed (19%)
- Series C (12%)
- Series Unknown (12%)
- Series D (2%)
- Initial Coin Offering (1%)
- Pre Seed (1%)
- Corporate Round (1%)
- Non Equity Assistance (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (83%)
- Israel (5%)
- United Kingdom (2%)
- Japan (2%)
- Canada (1%)
- Cayman Islands (1%)
- Singapore (1%)
- India (1%)
- Nigeria (1%)
- Iceland (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Fintech
- Analytics
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Cryptocurrency
- Blockchain
- Financial Services
- Saas
- Finance
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