
Redwood Technology Ventures
Description
Redwood Technology Ventures is a New York City-based early-stage venture capital firm with a clear focus on disruptive technology companies. Established in 2000, the firm has built a reputation for identifying and nurturing innovative startups from their nascent stages. They partner closely with entrepreneurs, incubators, accelerators, and other investors to help build the next generation of impactful companies across various tech sectors, demonstrating a long-term commitment to the tech ecosystem.
The firm primarily targets Seed and Series A funding rounds, seeking out companies poised for significant growth and market disruption. Redwood Technology Ventures typically deploys initial capital ranging from $500,000 to $3,000,000, with additional reserves allocated for subsequent follow-on investments as their portfolio companies mature. This strategic approach allows them to provide crucial early-stage funding while maintaining the capacity to support their ventures through critical growth phases, fostering sustainable development.
Redwood Technology Ventures boasts a portfolio that includes several notable successes, demonstrating their acumen in identifying high-potential ventures. Among their past investments are companies like AppNexus, a leading ad-tech platform acquired by AT&T, and Kensho, an AI-driven analytics company acquired by S&P Global. With approximately 15 investments to date, their track record underscores their commitment to backing companies that achieve substantial market impact and generate significant returns. Their long-standing presence in the venture capital landscape, spanning over two decades, further solidifies their position as a seasoned and reliable partner for emerging tech enterprises.
Investor Profile
Redwood Technology Ventures has backed more than 22 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Angel rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Mobile, Music, Education.
- Typical check size: $500K – $3M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (73%)
- Series A (9%)
- Angel (5%)
- Convertible Note (5%)
- Pre Seed (5%)
- Series Unknown (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (100%)
Industry Focus
- Mobile
- Music
- Education
- Internet
- E-commerce
- Software
- Marketing
- Apps
- Mobile Apps
- Marketplace
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