Dashfire

Dashfire is a venture studio based in Chicago, Illinois, that partners with early-stage technology startups. Founded in 2009, Dashfire takes equity in startups through a unique model that discounts software development services provided by its sister company, FarShore Partners. This approach allows Dashfire to act as a technical co-founder and strategic advisor, helping entrepreneurs overcome the critical bottleneck of technical execution. With a focus on B2B endeavors, Dashfire has partnered with over 250 startups and has a formal portfolio of more than 50 companies across various technology sectors.

Dashfire primarily invests in angel and seed stage companies, particularly those that are early-stage or pre-revenue. The organization seeks to partner with businesses that have identified a market niche and possess an efficient solution to a problem, offering significant benefits to future customers at reduced costs. Dashfire emphasizes the importance of having a professional IT component and prefers to work with dedicated and diverse teams.

Dashfire offers a unique investment model that combines technical execution support with strategic guidance. By partnering with startups, Dashfire provides access to fractional CTO-level leadership, go-to-market support, and advisory across fundraising strategy, marketing, operations, and exit planning. This model allows entrepreneurs to focus on building their products while benefiting from embedded technical expertise.

Q: What is Dashfire's investment model? A: Dashfire takes equity in startups primarily through service discounts from its sister company, FarShore Partners, rather than through cash investments.

Q: What stages does Dashfire invest in? A: Dashfire focuses on angel and seed stage companies, particularly those that are early-stage or pre-revenue.

Q: What sectors does Dashfire target? A: Dashfire primarily targets technology sector companies, with a focus on B2B endeavors.