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§ Venture Capital · USA
Learn which startups Upslope Ventures invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. Kate (Shillo) Beardsley).
Upslope Ventures operates as an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in startups across numerous sectors. The fund primarily backs companies in categories such as SaaS, Hardware/IOT, Mobile, AI, Consumer, E-Commerce, FinTech, and Data Science, among others. Their strategy extends beyond capital provision, focusing on leveraging their extensive network to empower entrepreneurs with critical resources and guidance to navigate the complexities of scaling a business.
The firm was founded in 2014, evolving from what was formerly known as Galvanize Ventures. Key figures like Lawrence Mandes, a co-founder and former Managing Director of Galvanize, and Kate Beardsley, contributed an operator's perspective rooted in their own experiences building and scaling businesses. This background instilled the core insight that exceptional teams, regardless of location, deserve access to capital and comprehensive support to overcome startup hurdles.
Upslope Ventures concentrates on serving a diverse range of founders and companies located across various markets nationwide. Their long-term vision emphasizes a commitment to supporting entrepreneurs from unique backgrounds, believing that diverse teams are fundamental to building successful ventures. The firm aims to equip these founders with the necessary tools and connections to achieve their full potential.
Key people at Upslope Ventures.
Upslope Ventures has 1 tracked investment across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $25.0M Series C in Cloud Elements in February 2019.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2019 | Cloud Elements | $25.0M Series C | Josh Christensen | Company Capital, Highway 12 Ventures, Ignia Partners, Rally Ventures, Rumbo Ventures, Bruno DEL AMA, Access Ventures, American Express Ventures, Grotech Ventures, Harbert Growth Partners |
Upslope Ventures operates as an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in startups across numerous sectors. The fund primarily backs companies in categories such as SaaS, Hardware/IOT, Mobile, AI, Consumer, E-Commerce, FinTech, and Data Science, among others. Their strategy extends beyond capital provision, focusing on leveraging their extensive network to empower entrepreneurs with critical resources and guidance to navigate the complexities of scaling a business.
The firm was founded in 2014, evolving from what was formerly known as Galvanize Ventures. Key figures like Lawrence Mandes, a co-founder and former Managing Director of Galvanize, and Kate Beardsley, contributed an operator's perspective rooted in their own experiences building and scaling businesses. This background instilled the core insight that exceptional teams, regardless of location, deserve access to capital and comprehensive support to overcome startup hurdles.
Upslope Ventures concentrates on serving a diverse range of founders and companies located across various markets nationwide. Their long-term vision emphasizes a commitment to supporting entrepreneurs from unique backgrounds, believing that diverse teams are fundamental to building successful ventures. The firm aims to equip these founders with the necessary tools and connections to achieve their full potential.
Key people at Upslope Ventures.
