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Founded in 2010, Portland Seed Fund is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Portland, Oregon, managing $45 million across five funds. The firm has invested in over 200 companies, focusing on capital-efficient businesses with high growth potential. Their strategy emphasizes small investments to create a diverse portfolio that generates economic impact.
Portland Seed Fund targets early-stage companies, particularly in the deep tech sector, with investments ranging from pre-seed to seed+. The fund actively invests from the Intrepid Oregon Fund, seeking entrepreneurs and teams that demonstrate significant growth potential. Their approach combines small investments with a diverse portfolio to maximize economic impact.
Notable portfolio companies include Auth0, acquired by Okta; ESS Inc, which went public on the NYSE; Sightbox, acquired by Johnson & Johnson; and Hubb, acquired by Intrado. Other companies include Caravel Bio, CleanHaus, Chela Media, MAV Unlimited, Neurosom, Photon Marine, and StrateSea.
Submit your pitch through their form at portlandseedfund.com or email info@portlandseedfund.com with your deck.
Yes, Portland Seed Fund often leads investment rounds, particularly in early-stage companies within their focus sectors.
The firm is open to follow-on investments, especially for companies that demonstrate strong growth and potential for further development.
Portland Seed Fund currently manages $45 million across five funds, actively investing from the Intrepid Oregon Fund.
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