Cortado Ventures

Cortado Ventures is a venture capital firm investing in seed-stage frontier technology companies that transform legacy industries. The firm targets America’s Midcontinent Region, focusing on energy, healthcare, manufacturing, and mobility and logistics. They back businesses developing practical new technologies that enhance productivity and safety in heavy labor environments.

Founded in 2020 by Mike Moradi, Nathaniel Harding, and David Woods, Cortado Ventures recognized disruptive potential outside traditional tech hubs. The founders understood that entrepreneurs with deep experience in critical legacy industries within the Midcontinent were uniquely positioned to drive innovation, leveraging regional needs and local talent.

The firm's portfolio includes seed-stage, B2B technology companies led by experienced founders. Cortado Ventures’ vision is to identify and nurture disruptive technologies, connecting them with an extensive network of corporate partners. They aim to foster significant change, generating strong returns by backing overlooked talent and innovation in the Midcontinent.