
Solidus Company
Description
Solidus Company is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Nashville, Tennessee, established in 2018. The firm primarily focuses on investing in technology companies that are in their nascent stages, specifically targeting seed and early-stage venture rounds. Solidus Company seeks to partner with founders who are building innovative solutions across various sectors, aiming to provide not just capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to help these startups scale.
The firm's investment thesis centers on identifying promising technology ventures with strong growth potential. Solidus Company has demonstrated a clear interest in diverse industries, including software, financial technology (Fintech), healthcare IT, logistics, and supply chain solutions. Their portfolio reflects this broad yet focused approach, with a track record of actively backing companies that are developing disruptive technologies. As of early 2024, Solidus Company has made over a dozen investments, showcasing their consistent activity in the early-stage ecosystem.
Solidus Company typically deploys initial capital in the range of $100,000 to $500,000 for its first checks into portfolio companies. This range positions them as a crucial early supporter for startups requiring initial seed funding or pre-Series A capital to validate their product-market fit and begin scaling operations. While their primary focus is on early-stage investments, they may also participate in follow-on rounds to support their portfolio companies' continued growth, potentially extending their total commitment beyond the initial check size.
The firm's presence in Nashville underscores the growing importance of emerging tech hubs outside traditional venture capital centers. By focusing on early-stage companies and providing strategic support, Solidus Company aims to be a foundational partner for the next generation of technology leaders, contributing to the vibrant startup ecosystem in the Southeast and beyond.
Investor Profile
Solidus Company has backed more than 59 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 4 rounds, about 7% of its total and boasts 8 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, New Zealand.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, Music.
- Typical check size: $100K – $500K.
Stage Focus
- Seed (80%)
- Series Unknown (12%)
- Series A (5%)
- Angel (2%)
- Series B (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (95%)
- Canada (2%)
- New Zealand (2%)
- Japan (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Health Care
- Music
- Education
- Information Technology
- Internet
- Public Safety
- Medical
- Video
- Analytics
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