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Caelum Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2023 by Chris Gaughan and Kevin Johnson, based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm focuses on investing in technology-enabled companies within the energy infrastructure and critical information technology sectors. They manage a portfolio of 15 companies and typically invest between $2 million and $7 million.
Caelum Ventures invests in Series B and growth-stage companies, particularly in energy infrastructure and critical information technology. Their investment strategy targets tech-enabled firms that aim to reduce costs and enhance efficiency through digital platforms and advanced materials.
Notable portfolio companies include Databricks, an early investment by Co-Founder Chris Gaughan; Sentinel One, another early investment by Chris Gaughan; and CleanCapital, co-founded by Kevin Johnson, a leader in solar energy and battery storage.
Chris Gaughan - Co-Founder, with a background in technology investments and early-stage ventures. Kevin Johnson - Co-Founder, experienced in the energy sector and co-founder of CleanCapital.
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Yes, Caelum Ventures often leads investment rounds, particularly in their focus sectors.
Caelum Ventures is open to follow-on investments, especially for companies that demonstrate strong growth and alignment with their investment thesis.
Caelum Ventures manages a portfolio of 15 companies and typically invests between $2 million and $7 million per company.
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