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Asymmetric Capital Partners

North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston

Description

Asymmetric Capital Partners is a Boston-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in disruptive B2B technologies. Founded with a thesis centered on identifying companies capable of generating "asymmetric returns," the firm primarily targets early-stage opportunities, including Seed and Series A rounds. Their investment focus spans a range of critical sectors within the B2B landscape, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, cybersecurity, developer tools, and the evolving future of work. They seek out innovative solutions that address significant market inefficiencies or create entirely new categories, aiming to back companies with strong technical foundations and visionary leadership.

The firm is known for its hands-on approach, often providing strategic guidance and leveraging its network to support portfolio companies through their growth phases. Asymmetric Capital Partners closed its inaugural fund, Fund I, at $40 million in 2021, demonstrating its commitment to the early-stage B2B tech ecosystem. This fund allows them to deploy capital strategically into promising startups that align with their deep technology and enterprise software focus.

Typically, Asymmetric Capital Partners provides initial investments ranging from $500,000 to $2,000,000. While their initial checks are substantial for early-stage companies, they also reserve capital for follow-on investments, potentially increasing their total commitment to a single company. This flexible investment strategy enables them to support their portfolio companies through subsequent funding rounds, helping them scale and achieve their long-term objectives. Their commitment to disruptive B2B technologies positions them as a key player in the venture capital landscape for founders building the next generation of enterprise solutions.

Investor Profile

Asymmetric Capital Partners has backed more than 52 startups, with 5 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 15 rounds, about 29% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Pre Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Mexico, France.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • Led 3 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $2M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (46%)
  • Series A (29%)
  • Pre Seed (19%)
  • Series C (2%)
  • Series B (2%)
  • Series Unknown (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (85%)
  • Mexico (8%)
  • France (2%)
  • Germany (2%)
  • Chile (2%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Information Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Internet
  • Saas
  • Health Care
  • Financial Services
  • Recruiting
  • Human Resources
  • E-commerce
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Asymmetric Capital Partners frequently co-invest with?

Gaingels
North America, Vermont, United States, Burlington
Co-Investments: 3
Base10 Partners
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
FJ Labs
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
Soma Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Upper90
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 3
BoxGroup
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
HV
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 2
Tectonic Ventures
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 2
Andreessen Horowitz
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 7
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 3

Which angels does Asymmetric Capital Partners often collaborate with?

SG
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
AH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
NK
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
TP
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
EH
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Shared Deals: 2
TG
North America, Washington, United States
Shared Deals: 1
EW
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
Cyril Berdugo
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AB
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 2
David Snider
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Asymmetric Capital Partners?

Copley

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Copley is an AI-based content optimization platform that provides content experimentation and optimization services.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)ContentContent Syndication
Pre SeedMar 4, 2025
Amount Raised: $4,800,000
Eagle Electronics

Solon, Ohio, United States

Eagle Electronics is the leading American-made cellular module maker.

ElectronicsManufacturing
Series UnknownDec 3, 2024
Amount Raised: $14,000,000
Freckle

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Freckle offers a data enrichment and research platform for non-technical users.

Data ManagementSoftware
Pre SeedDec 2, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,900,000
Counsel Health

Canton, Massachusetts, United States

Counsel Health helps patients to get access to medical advice virtually.

Health CareMedicalPersonal Health
SeedOct 21, 2024
Amount Raised: $11,000,000
SimpleX Chat

London, England, United Kingdom

The only messaging platform without any user IDs

InternetMessagingOpen SourcePrivacySoftware
Pre SeedAug 14, 2024
Amount Raised: $1,300,000
OneScreen.AI

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

OneScreen.AI features buy and sell target out-of-home advertising with data, ease, and accuracy.

AdvertisingBrand MarketingDigital MarketingInternet of ThingsOutdoor Advertising
SeedMay 30, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,700,000
Mezo

Menlo Park, California, United States

Mezo is a bitcoin economic layer network that provides fast and cheap bitcoin transactions to hold tokens while earning yield.

BitcoinBlockchainWeb3
Series AApr 9, 2024
Amount Raised: $21,000,000
Splash

San Diego, California, United States

Splash is eager to work with lucrative, well-run businesses in the pool care market.

Venture Capital
Pre SeedApr 6, 2024
Amount Raised: $4,500,000
Foundational

San Francisco, California, United States

Foundational is a data management platform that helps developers understand the lineage and downstream impact of code changes.

Data ManagementSoftwareSoftware Engineering
SeedMar 25, 2024
Amount Raised: $8,000,000
Roofer.com

Dallas, Texas, United States

A modern roofing experience for homeowners and enterprise property owners nationwide.

ConstructionEnergyInternetSolar
SeedJan 30, 2024
Amount Raised: $7,500,000