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Key people at Select Venture Partners.
Select Venture Partners was founded in 2014 by Sameer Shalaby (Managing Partner and Co-Founder) and Michael Pratt (Managing Partner and Co-Founder).
Select Venture Partners operates as an early-stage venture capital firm, primarily offering both investment capital and strategic expertise to nascent companies. The firm focuses on the software sector, with a particular interest in cloud services, enterprise software, mobile applications, and data analytics. It actively works to bridge the gap between innovative technology concepts and the resources required for successful market penetration and sustained growth.
The firm was co-founded in 2014 by Michael Pratt and Sameer E Shalaby, alongside Adam Slovik and Sol Zlotchenko. Their collective insight recognized an increasing demand for specialized guidance and capital within the rapidly expanding software startup landscape. This foundational understanding positioned Select Venture Partners to become a key supporter for founders navigating the complexities of early-stage development and market entry.
Select Venture Partners serves software startups that require crucial early-stage funding and operational mentorship to scale effectively. The firm's long-term vision is to identify and nurture high-potential technology ventures, transforming them from innovative concepts into robust, market-leading enterprises. This forward-looking approach aims to contribute significantly to the evolution of the software industry by cultivating its next generation of leaders.
Key people at Select Venture Partners.
Select Venture Partners was founded in 2014 by Sameer Shalaby (Managing Partner and Co-Founder) and Michael Pratt (Managing Partner and Co-Founder).
Select Venture Partners has 3 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $4.0M Other Equity in Optii Solutions in June 2018.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2018 | Optii Solutions | $4.0M Other Equity | Kinetic Ventures, NextGen Venture Partners, Thayer Ventures | HOF Capital |
| Apr 1, 2016 | Optii Solutions | $3.0M Series A | Camber Creek, HOF Capital, Select Venture Partners | — |
| Sep 1, 2015 | CampusLogic | $8.0M Series A | Continental Investors | Enspire Capital, GSV Acceleration, MRTNZ Ventures, BEN Kosinski, Brent Grinna, Diane Hessan, TOM Curzon, Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation, Peak, University Ventures |