
Thomvest Ventures
Description
Thomvest Ventures is the venture capital arm of the Thomson family, a prominent name with a long-standing history in the information and media industries. Based in San Francisco, the firm operates with a cross-stage investment strategy, providing capital to companies from their earliest seed rounds through to more mature growth equity stages. This flexible approach allows Thomvest to engage with promising ventures at various points in their development, fostering long-term partnerships.
The firm primarily focuses its investments on three key sectors: FinTech, Cyber Security, and Real Estate Technology. Within these domains, Thomvest seeks out innovative companies that are leveraging technology to disrupt traditional markets, enhance efficiency, or solve complex problems. Their investment philosophy emphasizes backing strong management teams and scalable business models that demonstrate significant market potential.
Thomvest Ventures typically commits an initial investment ranging from $1 million to $10 million, reflecting their willingness to support companies from early-stage development to more established growth phases. Beyond the initial capital, the firm is known for its patient and supportive approach, often providing substantial follow-on funding. They can invest up to $25 million or more over the life of a portfolio company, demonstrating a deep commitment to their ventures' long-term success. This sustained support, combined with strategic guidance and access to their extensive network, helps portfolio companies navigate growth and achieve their full potential.
Investor Profile
Thomvest Ventures has backed more than 136 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 35 rounds, about 26% of its total and boasts 32 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series B, Series C, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, Mexico.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Financial Services, FinTech.
- Led 3 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $10M.
Stage Focus
- Series B (21%)
- Series C (18%)
- Series A (18%)
- Series D (12%)
- Seed (11%)
- Series E (6%)
- Series Unknown (6%)
- Series F (1%)
- Undisclosed (1%)
- Private Equity (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (88%)
- Canada (10%)
- Mexico (1%)
- United Kingdom (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Financial Services
- Fintech
- Analytics
- Information Technology
- Enterprise Software
- Finance
- Saas
- Advertising
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
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