OPENAIR Equity Partners

OPENAIR Ventures, also known as OPENAIR Equity Partners, is a Kansas City, Missouri-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments. The firm primarily targets Seed and Series A rounds for startups operating within the mobile/wireless and connected device sectors. Established with a clear focus on technological innovation, OPENAIR Ventures aims to identify and nurture companies poised for significant growth in these rapidly evolving industries. Their strategic location in the Midwest allows them to tap into a growing regional startup ecosystem, while also maintaining a national investment outlook.

The firm's investment thesis centers on providing crucial capital and strategic guidance to promising technology companies. OPENAIR Ventures typically deploys initial investments ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000, positioning them as a key early-stage partner for founders. Beyond capital, they emphasize hands-on support, leveraging their team's expertise to assist portfolio companies with product development, market strategy, and scaling operations. This approach underscores their commitment to fostering long-term success for the ventures they back.

OPENAIR Ventures has successfully raised and deployed capital across two distinct funds. Their first fund, launched in 2014, secured $20 million in commitments and was instrumental in supporting 10 companies, demonstrating their early impact on the startup landscape. Building on this momentum, the firm announced the close of its second fund, OPENAIR Ventures II, in 2019, also with $20 million in capital commitments. This consistent fund size and strategic focus highlight OPENAIR Ventures' disciplined approach to venture capital, reinforcing their position as a dedicated investor in the mobile and connected device space.