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Saniel Ventures operates as a private investment group dedicated to supporting high-growth technology companies. The firm positions itself as a patient, long-term investor, working in close collaboration with founders to scale their ventures. It actively seeks out businesses addressing large, accessible market opportunities and exhibiting scalable models with proven traction.
The firm's principal, Leigh Jasper, co-founded Aconex with Rob Phillpot in 2000, a cloud collaboration platform for managing construction projects. Jasper led Aconex through its successful Initial Public Offering in 2014 and subsequent acquisition by Oracle in 2018, demonstrating a strong entrepreneurial and strategic background. This experience informs Saniel Ventures' approach to company building.
Saniel Ventures primarily serves ambitious founders, providing capital and strategic guidance to help them realize their visions. The firm's overarching mission is to foster the development of the technology ecosystem and assist passionate founders in shaping the future. It also commits to social impact through investments made alongside the Jasper Foundation.
Saniel Ventures has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $1.9M Seed in Teacher’s Buddy in November 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2025 | Teacher’s Buddy | $1.9M Seed | Seema Amble, Giant Leap, Stellaris Venture Partners | 1984 Ventures, Steve Sarracino, Arali Ventures, Carya Venture Partners, Co Ventures, Exhort Ventures, Flying FOX Ventures, Khosla Ventures, Page ONE Ventures, Soul Capital, Valley Ventures, Vesey Ventures, Y Combinator |
| Jan 1, 2024 | Sonder | $11.0M Series B | Seek | Alumni Ventures, Blackbird Ventures Australia, Comcast Ventures, Momenta Ventures, Pario Ventures, Scott Bailey |
| Mar 13, 2023 | Nexl | $4.0M Other Equity | EVP | The Legaltech Fund, Vulpes |
