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Founded in 2022 and based in Oxford, Ohio, 1809 Capital is a private venture capital firm that is the first and only Miami University alumni-backed platform. The firm manages a portfolio of 15 companies and emphasizes financial returns while supporting the Miami University ecosystem by reinvesting profits back into the university.
1809 Capital invests in growth-stage technology companies, typically at the Series A+ stage, where product-market fit is established and revenue is scaling. The firm prioritizes capital efficiency and valuation discipline while accessing national investment opportunities.
Notable portfolio company includes Imprint, which achieved unicorn status following a $150 million Series D funding round. Specific details about other portfolio companies were not provided.
Mark Richey - Partner with extensive experience in venture capital and technology investments. Kevin Mendelsohn - Partner focused on growth-stage companies. Kim Walker - Partner with a background in operational support for startups. John Gardner - Partner with expertise in financial strategy. Kevin Randall - Partner with a focus on scaling technology ventures.
Submit your pitch through their form at 1809capital.com.
As of October 2023, 1809 Capital has highlighted the progress of its portfolio companies, including MontyCloud's Series B funding and Visby Medical's expansion of at-home STI testing.
Yes, 1809 Capital often leads investment rounds, particularly in growth-stage technology companies.
The firm actively considers follow-on investments to support its portfolio companies as they scale and achieve further milestones.
Specific details about the size of 1809 Capital's current fund are not publicly disclosed.
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