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Boro Capital

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Boro Capital is a New York-based venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage technology and tech-enabled startups. Operating primarily at the pre-seed and seed stages, the firm focuses on identifying promising companies with innovative solutions and strong growth potential. Their investment strategy is centered on providing crucial early capital to founders, often becoming one of the initial institutional investors in a startup's journey.

The firm targets a diverse range of tech sectors, including but not limited to SaaS, fintech, and consumer tech, seeking companies that leverage technology to disrupt existing markets or create new ones. Boro Capital aims to partner with founders who demonstrate clear vision, strong execution capabilities, and a deep understanding of their target markets. As an early-stage investor, they typically look for nascent companies that have achieved some initial traction, such as a compelling MVP or early user adoption, indicating market validation.

While specific investment amounts are not widely publicized, based on their stated focus on pre-seed and seed rounds, Boro Capital's typical first checks are estimated to range from approximately $100,000 to $750,000. This range allows them to participate meaningfully in initial funding rounds, often alongside other angel investors or early-stage venture funds. Their role often extends beyond capital, providing strategic guidance and leveraging their network to support portfolio companies through their critical early growth phases.

Boro Capital has built a portfolio of over 10 investments, reflecting their commitment to backing a diverse array of innovative startups. Their approach emphasizes long-term partnerships, aiming to support companies not just through their initial funding but also as they mature and seek subsequent rounds of financing. The firm's presence in New York City positions it within a vibrant tech ecosystem, providing access to a rich pipeline of emerging talent and entrepreneurial ventures.

Investor Profile

Boro Capital has backed more than 20 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 0 rounds, about 0% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Convertible Note, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), SaaS, Health Care.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $750K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (60%)
  • Convertible Note (15%)
  • Series A (10%)
  • Pre Seed (10%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
  • Saas
  • Health Care
  • Medical
  • Wellness
  • Software
  • Elder Care
  • Elderly
  • Health Insurance
  • Insurance
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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 Boro Capital frequently co-invest with?

JM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Gaingels
North America, Vermont, United States, Burlington
Co-Investments: 2
Right Side Capital Management
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
MEDA Angels
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 1
Cultivation Capital
North America, Missouri, United States, St Louis
Co-Investments: 1
Dreamit Ventures
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Philadelphia
Co-Investments: 1
Advisors.fund
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Rebalance Capital
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
C2 Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
(ERA) Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4

Which angels does Boro Capital often collaborate with?

CB
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Shared Deals: 1
EN
North America, United States
Shared Deals: 1
JB
Europe, Madrid, Spain, Madrid
Shared Deals: 1
JL
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
ED
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
FM
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
AJ
North America, Florida, United States, Key Biscayne
Shared Deals: 1
Daniel Gross
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Boro Capital?

Elm AI (Formerly Esger)

New York, New York, United States

Elm AI's patent-pending software helps companies assess the environmental and social impact of their supply chains

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data IntegrationSupply Chain Management
SeedMar 25, 2025
Qortex

New York, New York, United States

Qortex is an intelligent video analytics company that helps brands distribute video content for the web, CTV, and in-game.

Advertising PlatformsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningVideo AdvertisingVideo Streaming
SeedNov 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
DetraPel

Framingham, Massachusetts, United States

DetraPel is a cleantech advanced materials company that specializes in synthesizing and manufacturing PFAS-Free Protective Coatings.

Consumer GoodsManufacturingNanotechnology
Series ASep 11, 2023
Amount Raised: $7,600,000
Dandelion Science

Hoboken, New Jersey, United States

Dandelion Science is a neuro-coding company that helps to understand the brain through Programmable Therapeutics.

BiotechnologyProduct ResearchTherapeutics
SeedAug 26, 2023
Gradient Health

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Gradient Health develops an open research platform that offers AI-based medical imaging diagnostics and infrastructure.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareMedicalWellness
SeedJun 20, 2023
Amount Raised: $2,750,000
Eze

Los Angeles, California, United States

Eze is a B2B marketplace for electronics allowing buyers and sellers to trade in wholesale quantities with real-time market data.

B2BElectronicsMarketplaceStock Exchanges
SeedJun 15, 2023
Amount Raised: $3,700,000
Michroma

San Francisco, California, United States

Fungal biofactories to produce the next generation of ingredients.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyCosmeticsFood and BeverageFood ProcessingInformation Technology
SeedJan 10, 2023
Amount Raised: $6,400,000
Noteworthy AI

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Noteworthy provides vehicle-mounted computer vision technology that identifies visual defects in grid assets like utility poles.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Internet of ThingsPower Grid
SeedJul 20, 2022
Amount Raised: $3,000,000
Circle

New York, New York, United States

AI data management and customer relationship SaaS platform for the healthcare industry

Elder CareElderlyHealth CareHealth InsuranceInsuranceMedicalPharmaceuticalSaaSWellness
Convertible NoteJun 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
IMTC

New York, New York, United States

IMTC is a fintech provider that is changing the way asset and wealth management firms manage fixed income assets for their clients.

Cloud InfrastructureFinancial ServicesFinTechSaaSTrading Platform
Series UnknownMay 12, 2022