Clear Ventures

Clear Ventures is a prominent Silicon Valley-based venture capital firm, established in 2016 by industry veterans Chris Rust and Rajeev Dham. The firm is strategically focused on early-stage enterprise technology companies, aiming to identify and support startups that are building foundational technologies for the future. Their investment thesis spans critical areas such as AI/ML, Cloud infrastructure, Cybersecurity, DevOps, Data & Analytics, and SaaS solutions, reflecting a deep commitment to the evolving landscape of business technology.

Since its inception, Clear Ventures has demonstrated significant fundraising success, enabling it to be a consistent capital provider in the venture ecosystem. The firm closed its inaugural fund, Clear Ventures I, L.P., with $270 million in 2016. This was followed by Clear Ventures II, L.P., which raised $260 million in 2019, and most recently, Clear Ventures III, L.P., closing at $330 million in 2022. Cumulatively, Clear Ventures has raised approximately $860 million across its three funds, underscoring its robust financial backing and long-term vision.

Clear Ventures typically acts as a lead investor, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies. Their initial investments generally range from $5 million to $15 million, targeting companies poised for significant growth and market disruption. The firm has built a diverse portfolio with over 70 investments, and has seen notable exits, including CloudGenix's acquisition by Palo Alto Networks, validating their approach to identifying and nurturing high-potential enterprise technology ventures.