
Ocean Azul Partners
Description
Ocean Azul Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Coral Gables, Florida, with a strategic focus on B2B software and deep technology companies. The firm targets businesses across North America and Israel that possess strong intellectual property and have demonstrated product-market fit, coupled with existing revenue generation. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying innovative companies poised for significant growth within these specialized sectors.
The firm typically engages with companies at the Seed, Series A, and Series B stages of development. Ocean Azul Partners seeks out ventures that are not only technologically advanced but also have a clear path to commercialization and scalability. Their interest in deep tech underscores a commitment to foundational technological breakthroughs, while their B2B software focus highlights an understanding of enterprise solutions and recurring revenue models. This dual emphasis allows them to support a diverse range of high-potential startups.
Ocean Azul Partners makes initial investments that typically range from $1 million to $5 million, providing substantial early-stage capital to their portfolio companies. This check size indicates their capacity to lead or co-lead funding rounds for promising ventures. The firm successfully closed its inaugural fund, Ocean Azul Partners Fund I, at $20 million, demonstrating their ability to raise capital and execute on their investment strategy. This fund size supports their targeted investment range and allows them to build a focused portfolio.
The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, aiming to provide more than just capital. They leverage their network and operational expertise to support portfolio companies through various growth phases, from strategic guidance to market expansion. Their commitment to early-stage companies with strong fundamentals positions them as a key partner for founders navigating the complexities of scaling innovative B2B software and deep tech solutions.
Investor Profile
Ocean Azul Partners has backed more than 56 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 15 rounds, about 27% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Israel, Australia.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (41%)
- Series A (30%)
- Series Unknown (16%)
- Series B (7%)
- Series D (2%)
- Pre Seed (2%)
- Series C (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (80%)
- Israel (16%)
- Australia (4%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Analytics
- Saas
- Manufacturing
- Health Care
- Biotechnology
- Machine Learning
- Therapeutics
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