VC

Vanterra Capital

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Vanterra Capital is a New York-based private equity firm that specializes in investing in leading middle-market companies across a diverse range of sectors, including consumer, industrials, and business services. The firm's core strategy revolves around partnering with experienced management teams to drive significant growth and create long-term value through strategic initiatives and operational improvements. Unlike traditional venture capital firms that often focus on early-stage startups, Vanterra Capital targets more mature businesses, emphasizing its role as a strategic partner rather than just a capital provider.

The firm's investment thesis centers on companies exhibiting strong market positions, sustainable competitive advantages, and significant growth potential. Vanterra typically seeks to invest in businesses with enterprise values ranging from approximately $50 million to $500 million, indicating a focus on established, revenue-generating entities. In terms of direct equity commitment, Vanterra Capital generally deploys between $20 million and $100 million per transaction. These investments can take the form of control stakes or significant minority positions, depending on the specific opportunity and the needs of the target company. Their approach is highly collaborative, aiming to leverage their expertise to enhance operational efficiency, expand market reach, and optimize capital structures.

Beyond providing capital, Vanterra Capital is committed to actively supporting its portfolio companies. The firm brings a wealth of experience in corporate strategy, financial management, and operational best practices to the table. They work closely with management teams to identify and execute value creation initiatives, which can include market expansion, product innovation, operational streamlining, and strategic acquisitions. This hands-on, partnership-driven model is designed to foster sustainable growth and build resilient businesses that can thrive in competitive environments, ultimately delivering robust returns for their diverse investor base.

Investor Profile

Vanterra Capital has backed more than 31 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 16 rounds, about 52% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Spain.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Manufacturing, E-Commerce.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $20M – $100M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (42%)
  • Series A (23%)
  • Series B (13%)
  • Private Equity (13%)
  • Series Unknown (6%)
  • Corporate Round (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (97%)
  • Spain (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Manufacturing
  • E-commerce
  • Fashion
  • Consumer Goods
  • Wellness
  • Retail
  • Sustainability
  • Food And Beverage
  • Food Processing
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FAQ

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Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Vanterra Capital frequently co-invest with?

Gaingels
North America, Vermont, United States, Burlington
Co-Investments: 2
Blue Scorpion Investments
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
RiverPark Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Black Jays
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
BoxGroup
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
MF
North America, New Jersey, United States, Mahwah
Co-Investments: 2
Co-Investments: 2
Boulder Food Group ('BFG')
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 2
Watchfire Ventures
North America, California, United States, Santa Barbara
Co-Investments: 2
Everywhere Ventures (The Fund)
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Vanterra Capital often collaborate with?

BZ
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 3
AS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
ML
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
HB
Europe, Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom, Newyork
Shared Deals: 1
JM
North America, Washington, United States, Seattle
Shared Deals: 1
David Grutman
North America, Florida, United States
Shared Deals: 1
NS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
KH
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
AL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
LL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Vanterra Capital?

Fort Health

New York, New York, United States

Fort Health offers a solution that provides mental health care for families.

Health CareMedicalMental HealthWellness
SeedNov 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,500,000
Allara

Manhattan, New York, United States

Allara is a virtual care team for polycystic ovary syndrome.

Health CareMedicalNutritionWellness
Series AOct 18, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Mixlab

New York, New York, United States

Mixlab is a pet pharmacy.

Health CarePetPharmaceutical
Series AAug 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Stay Ai

New York, New York, United States

Stay Ai develops a retention operating system with resources to support boosting LTV.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)CRMSaaSSubscription Service
Series AJul 25, 2023
Amount Raised: $15,100,000
Superfiliate

Los Angeles, California, United States

Superfiliate is for re-writing the story on word-of-mouth marketing.

Affiliate MarketingBrand MarketingLoyalty ProgramsOnline Portals
SeedMar 29, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Oats Overnight

Tempe, Arizona, United States

Oats Overnight is a manufacturer of oatmeal-based nutritional breakfasts.

Consumer GoodsFood and Beverage
Series AMar 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
Pack Digital

San Diego, California, United States

Pack Digital designs, builds, and develops e-commerce storefronts.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyPaaSSoftware
SeedDec 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Actual Veggies

New York, New York, United States

Actual Veggies is a food and beverages manufacturing company.

Food and BeverageFood DeliveryFood ProcessingSnack Food
SeedJul 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Nowadays

San Francisco, California, United States

Nowadays is building the cheapest and most-scalable manufacturing platform for whole cuts of plant-based meat.

Alternative ProteinFood and BeverageFood ProcessingNutrition
SeedApr 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $7,000,000
Cleancult

New York, New York, United States

Sustainable packaging and an effective clean, powered by nature’s finest ingredients.

Consumer GoodsManufacturing
Series BSep 28, 2021
Amount Raised: $25,000,000