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BBG Ventures

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

BBG Ventures is a New York City-based early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in consumer technology companies with at least one female founder. Established with a clear mission to reshape the way people live through innovative solutions, the firm primarily focuses on pre-seed and seed-stage investments. Their investment thesis centers on identifying visionary female entrepreneurs who are building products and services that address significant market opportunities in the consumer space, ranging from health and wellness to the future of work and sustainable living.

The firm is known for its founder-first approach, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to a robust network. BBG Ventures typically writes initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $1,000,000, positioning them as a significant early-stage partner for nascent startups. This focused investment strategy allows them to support companies from their foundational stages, helping them navigate initial growth challenges and achieve product-market fit. Their commitment to diversity in entrepreneurship is a core tenet, aiming to bridge the funding gap often faced by female-led ventures.

Since its inception, BBG Ventures has built an impressive portfolio of over 100 companies, demonstrating their consistent activity and belief in the potential of female founders. The firm has progressively grown its capital base, starting with Fund I at $10 million, followed by Fund II at $20 million, and most recently closing Fund III at $22 million. This growth in fund size underscores their increasing influence and capacity to back more groundbreaking companies. Their strategic investments aim to foster a more inclusive and innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem, proving that investing in diverse founders yields strong returns and societal impact.

Investor Profile

BBG Ventures has backed more than 109 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 11 rounds, about 10% of its total and boasts 13 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Mexico.
  • Strong thematic focus on E-Commerce, Software, Health Care.
  • Led 1 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $500K – $1M.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (59%)
  • Series A (24%)
  • Series B (6%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)
  • Pre Seed (5%)
  • Angel (1%)
  • Series D (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (97%)
  • Mexico (1%)

Industry Focus

  • E-commerce
  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Fashion
  • Information Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Communities
  • Women's
  • Mobile Apps
  • Retail
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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 BBG Ventures frequently co-invest with?

First Round Capital
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 6
Female Founders Fund
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 13
Comcast Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Maveron
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 5
Forerunner
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 7
Great Oaks Venture Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6
BoxGroup
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 7
Brand Foundry Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 8
Alumni Ventures
North America, New Hampshire, United States, Manchester
Co-Investments: 6
Lerer Hippeau
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 6

Which angels does BBG Ventures often collaborate with?

BM
North America, California, United States, California City
Shared Deals: 2
JR
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
NB
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
JW
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 5
Dave Gilboa
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
KB
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
EH
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 2
JB
North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills
Shared Deals: 2
SB
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2
AD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 2

What are some of recent deals done by BBG Ventures?

Togethxr

Santa Monica, California, United States

TOGETHXR is the intersection of culture, activism, lifestyle, and sports

Media and EntertainmentSports
Series UnknownApr 3, 2025
Millie

Berkeley, California, United States

Millie is a new kind of maternity clinic. Built by moms and providers who’ve been there.

Health CareMedicalWomen's
Series AFeb 20, 2025
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
MaxHome

Fremont, California, United States

MaxHome is an AI-native platform for real estate agents and brokerages.

Customer ServiceInformation TechnologyReal Estate
Pre SeedDec 5, 2024
Amount Raised: $2,000,000
Grayce

San Francisco, California, United States

Grayce is a social care management platform that provides elderly care services to support and guide family caregivers.

Elder CaremHealthWellness
Series AJun 12, 2024
Amount Raised: $10,400,000
Naya Homes

Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico

At Naya Homes we're redefining the short-term and vacation rental experience for homeowners in Latin America

HospitalityReal Estate
SeedMay 7, 2024
Amount Raised: $3,100,000
Maia Oncology

New York, New York, United States

Maia Oncology is an onco-primary care clinic for cancer patients and survivors.

Health CareMedical
SeedNov 26, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,250,000
SuperCircle

New York, New York, United States

SuperCircle develops a tech platform and reverse logistics system that powers circularity for retail brands.

CleanTechRetail TechnologyWaste Management
SeedNov 14, 2023
Amount Raised: $7,000,000
Symbium

San Francisco, California, United States

Symbium's Citizen's Dashboard incorporates zoning & building regulations so that anyone can obtain a permit in seconds!

Clean EnergyConstructionGovernmentLegalProfessional ServicesReal EstateSoftware
SeedAug 13, 2023
Topline Pro

New York, New York, United States

Topline Pro is a Generative AI platform enabling home services professionals to manage and scale their businesses online.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)InternetMobile AppsSoftwareUnified Communications
Series AJul 31, 2023
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Upwage

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Upwage is a job posting platform where the hourly wage is included.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data IntegrationInformation Technology
SeedJul 1, 2023
Amount Raised: $7,250,000