Core Ventures

Core Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, established in 2015. The firm is dedicated to identifying and investing in companies that possess advanced technological capabilities and are poised to disrupt significant markets. While maintaining a sector-agnostic approach, Core Ventures demonstrates a particular interest in areas such as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Healthcare technology, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, and Enterprise Software solutions.

The firm primarily targets companies in their Seed and early-stage Series A funding rounds. Core Ventures is known for its hands-on approach, aiming to partner closely with exceptional founders beyond just capital injection. They strive to provide strategic guidance and leverage their network to support portfolio companies through critical growth phases, helping them navigate market challenges and scale their operations effectively.

Core Ventures typically deploys initial investments ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000. This investment size positions them as a key participant in early funding rounds, often syndicating with other investors to complete larger rounds. Their portfolio reflects a commitment to innovative technologies, with investments in companies like Cybrary, a cybersecurity training platform, and Shift5, which focuses on operational technology cybersecurity, showcasing their diverse yet focused investment strategy within the technology landscape.