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Keiretsu Forum Northwest

North America, Washington, United States, Seattle

Description

Keiretsu Forum Northwest stands as a leading angel investor network based in Seattle, Washington, serving as a vital component of the broader global Keiretsu Forum organization. This chapter is specifically recognized as the largest and most active angel investor network within the Pacific Northwest region. Its investment focus spans a diverse range of early-stage companies, primarily concentrating on innovative ventures in technology, promising real estate projects, and advancements in medical devices. The network's strength lies in its collaborative model, bringing together accredited investors who pool their capital and expertise to support nascent enterprises.

Since its inception, the Keiretsu Forum Northwest chapter has demonstrated significant impact on the regional startup ecosystem. It has successfully deployed over $100 million in capital, providing crucial funding to more than 200 early-stage companies. This substantial financial commitment underscores its dedication to fostering innovation and economic growth across its target sectors. The network's rigorous due diligence process ensures that only thoroughly vetted opportunities are presented to its members, enhancing the quality and potential of their investment portfolio.

The typical first cheque size for companies receiving investment from Keiretsu Forum Northwest members ranges from $250,000 to $2,000,000. This range reflects their commitment to providing meaningful early-stage capital that can significantly propel a startup's development. Beyond financial investment, Keiretsu Forum Northwest offers its portfolio companies access to a vast network of experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and strategic partners, providing invaluable mentorship and operational guidance. This comprehensive support system is designed to maximize the success potential of the ventures they back, making them a significant partner for emerging businesses in the Pacific Northwest.

Investor Profile

Keiretsu Forum Northwest has backed more than 175 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 5% of its total and boasts 24 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Spain, Canada.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, Biotechnology.
  • Typical check size: $250K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Series Unknown (35%)
  • Series A (29%)
  • Seed (18%)
  • Angel (6%)
  • Series B (5%)
  • Convertible Note (3%)
  • Private Equity (1%)
  • Series C (1%)
  • Grant (1%)
  • Pre Seed (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (82%)
  • Spain (5%)
  • Canada (4%)
  • Israel (3%)
  • United Kingdom (1%)
  • Ireland (1%)
  • Turkey (1%)
  • India (1%)
  • China (1%)
  • Sweden (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Biotechnology
  • Manufacturing
  • Enterprise Software
  • Saas
  • Medical
  • Medical Device
  • Information Technology
  • Real Estate
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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 Keiretsu Forum Northwest frequently co-invest with?

Kernel Capital
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Co-Investments: 2
Keiretsu Capital
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Co-Investments: 20
CC
North America, California, United States, Santa Cruz
Co-Investments: 1
InSite Partners
North America, California, United States, Cupertino
Co-Investments: 2
Portland Seed Fund
North America, Oregon, United States, Portland
Co-Investments: 3
Keiretsu Forum
North America, California, United States, Orinda
Co-Investments: 2
American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact
North America, Wisconsin, United States, Madison
Co-Investments: 1
Tech Coast Angels
North America, California, United States, Newport Beach
Co-Investments: 2
Keiretsu Forum Mid Atlantic
North America, Michigan, United States, Atlantic Mine
Co-Investments: 3
Alliance of Angels
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Keiretsu Forum Northwest often collaborate with?

SB
North America, Colorado, United States, Castle Rock
Shared Deals: 1
Daniel Curran
North America, California, United States, Santa Monica
Shared Deals: 1
FS
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Shared Deals: 1
Boon Hwee Koh
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Shared Deals: 1
JZ
North America, California, United States, Campbell
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Keiretsu Forum Northwest?

iQure Pharma

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

iQure Pharma is a global biotech company that develops new therapeutics for patients and physicians.

BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalTherapeutics
Series AAug 31, 2022
Amount Raised: $600,000
Vartega

Golden, Colorado, United States

Vartega manufactures low-cost recycled carbon fiber sourced from various dry fiber and pre-preg scraps.

Advanced MaterialsManufacturingRecycling
SeedDec 1, 2021
Levered Learning

Soquel, California, United States

Levered Learning is a classroom-tested and teacher-designed instructional system providing 3rd-5th grade mathematical learning.

E-LearningEdTechEducation
SeedOct 7, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
Inmedix Inc

Seattle, Washington, United States

Inmedix brings cloud-based clinical diagnostics and immuno-autonomics to medicine to improve outcomes in autoimmune diseases and beyond.

BiotechnologyHealth CareTherapeutics
AngelJan 1, 2019
Amount Raised: $2,700,000
Vita Inclinata Technologies

Denver, Colorado, United States

Vita is an aerospace company that builds autonomous systems for helicopter hoisting and sling load missions.

AerospaceConstructionMilitaryOil and Gas
SeedSep 30, 2018
Amount Raised: $1,200,000
SageMedic

Redwood City, California, United States

SageMedic develops a tool that increases clinical success rates for drugs in development.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsLife ScienceMedical
Convertible NoteAug 29, 2018
CleanFiber

Buffalo, New York, United States

CleanFiber makes high-performance carbon-negative building insulation from recycled corrugated cardboard.

Building MaterialConstructionManufacturingSocial Entrepreneurship
Series UnknownMar 28, 2018
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Novuson Surgical

Bothell, Washington, United States

Novuson's DTU technology represents the first substantial innovation in over 25 years for sealing vessels & dividing tissue in surgeries.

Health CareManufacturingMedical Device
Convertible NoteOct 3, 2017
Hemex Health

Portland, Oregon, United States

Hemex Health is a provider of a diagnostic device designed for populations at risk for malaria and sickle cell disease.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
SeedJun 29, 2017
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Touchjet

San Francisco, California, United States

Touchjet software platform that offers cloud services and touchscreen interactivity for its clients to enable digital collaboration.

App MarketingAppsConsumer ElectronicsElectronicsSoftware
Series AMay 24, 2017