Grit and Gumption Ventures

Grit and Gumption Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Menlo Park, California, that invests in deep technology sectors including artificial intelligence, robotics, advanced materials, and clean energy. The firm specializes in transforming lab innovations from top research universities into industrial companies designed to address challenges such as climate change, labor shortages, waste, and food production. While specific financial metrics like assets under management or total funding raised are not publicly disclosed, Grit and Gumption Ventures provides capital, go-to-market strategies, and talent support through its Grit Labs platform. Key personnel include Co-Founder and Managing Partner Jennifer Gill Roberts, Managing Partner Christy Cardenas, who joined in 2020, and Venture Partner Erin Keller. The firm's investment strategy targets nascent deep tech enterprises, bridging the gap between academic research and venture funding. Information regarding the firm's founding year and initial founders is not publicly available.