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Eric Kohlmann is a Venture Partner at Arc Ventures, known for his expertise in identifying and supporting early-stage technology companies across various sectors.
Eric Kohlmann focuses on early-stage investments in technology sectors such as enterprise software (SaaS), artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, and digital health, seeking disruptive innovations and strong founding teams.
Eric Kohlmann works as a Venture Partner at Arc Ventures, a venture capital firm dedicated to backing visionary founders and transformative ideas.
Eric Kohlmann is a Venture Partner at Arc Ventures based in New York, New York, where he focuses on sourcing and managing early-stage technology investments. Before joining the family office-backed venture firm in September 2023, he served as an operating partner at Golden Ventures and co-founded Trinnacle Capital Management, a quantitative investment management fund. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Philosophy from Columbia University and has built a diverse portfolio of more than 20 startup investments. His venture track record includes backing early-stage companies like Bench, which was subsequently acquired by Block, and leading a funding round for the climate tech startup ClimaCell in the first quarter of 2025. Kohlmann currently leverages his dual background in algorithmic trading and operational finance to support high-growth founders across the artificial intelligence, fintech, and enterprise software sectors.
Eric Kohlmann is a distinguished Venture Partner at Arc Ventures, bringing a wealth of experience and a keen eye for innovation to the firm's investment strategy. In his role, Eric is instrumental in identifying, evaluating, and nurturing high-potential early-stage technology companies that are poised to disrupt their respective markets. His contributions are vital to Arc Ventures' mission of backing visionary founders and transformative ideas.
Kohlmann's investment focus spans a diverse range of technology sectors, with a particular emphasis on areas such as enterprise software (SaaS), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), fintech, and digital health. He is consistently on the lookout for companies demonstrating strong product-market fit, scalable business models, and, most importantly, exceptional founding teams with the drive and expertise to execute their vision. Eric believes in a hands-on approach, working closely with portfolio companies to provide strategic guidance, operational insights, and access to critical resources.
Before joining Arc Ventures, Eric built a robust career marked by both entrepreneurial success and significant investment acumen. His background includes experience as an operator within a rapidly scaling tech startup, where he gained firsthand knowledge of the challenges and triumphs of building a company from the ground up. This operational perspective allows him to deeply empathize with founders and offer practical, actionable advice. Additionally, his prior roles in corporate development and strategic advisory positions honed his analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics, making him a valuable asset to any startup navigating complex growth trajectories.
At Arc Ventures, Eric Kohlmann extends his impact beyond capital deployment. He acts as a trusted advisor and mentor, helping founders refine their product strategies, optimize their go-to-market approaches, and build resilient teams. His extensive network within the tech ecosystem provides portfolio companies with invaluable connections to talent, potential customers, and follow-on investors. While specific portfolio companies he has directly championed are part of Arc Ventures' confidential investment strategies, his contributions are integral to the firm's overall success in backing transformative ventures and shaping the future of technology. Eric's commitment to fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurial talent makes him a pivotal figure at Arc Ventures.
