Ecliptic Capital

Ecliptic Capital is an Austin, Texas-based early-stage innovation fund, established by a team of serial entrepreneurs and professional investors. The firm distinguishes itself by focusing on value creation, leveraging its founders' operational expertise to support portfolio companies. Ecliptic Capital primarily targets Seed and Series A funding rounds, seeking out companies that possess strong intellectual property, defensible market positions, and scalable business models. Their investment thesis spans a diverse range of high-growth sectors, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), cybersecurity, space technology, advanced manufacturing, and digital media.

The firm successfully closed its inaugural fund, Ecliptic Capital Fund I, at $10 million. This capital is deployed to support promising startups, with a typical initial check size ranging from $250,000 to $1 million. While their primary focus is on these early stages, Ecliptic Capital also maintains the capacity to participate in follow-on rounds, potentially investing up to $2 million in subsequent funding stages for their portfolio companies. This flexible approach allows them to continue supporting their most promising investments as they scale.

Ecliptic Capital's strategy emphasizes not just capital deployment but also active engagement, providing strategic guidance and access to their extensive network. Their commitment to fostering innovation within their chosen sectors positions them as a key player in the early-stage venture landscape, particularly for companies looking for more than just financial backing but also experienced operational mentorship.