Kristian Andersen

Kristian Andersen is a highly influential figure in the Midwest venture capital and startup ecosystem, best known as a co-founder and partner at High Alpha, a unique venture studio and fund based in Indianapolis. High Alpha operates with a dual model: it conceives, launches, and scales new B2B SaaS companies through its studio arm, while also investing in promising early-stage SaaS companies through its venture fund. Andersen's extensive experience as a serial entrepreneur, including his role as a co-founder at Octiv (formerly TinderBox), underpins his strategic insights into building and scaling technology businesses. His work at High Alpha is central to fostering innovation and supporting the growth of the B2B SaaS sector, particularly in the region.

High Alpha's investment strategy, significantly shaped by partners like Andersen, focuses on providing capital and operational expertise to high-potential B2B SaaS ventures. The High Alpha Venture Fund primarily targets Seed and Series A rounds, seeking to lead or co-lead investments in companies poised for significant growth. With the launch of High Alpha Fund III in 2023, which raised $100 million, the firm typically deploys initial checks ranging from $1 million to $5 million for these early-stage investments. This range reflects their commitment to providing substantial capital to help companies achieve critical milestones and scale effectively. The studio model also involves significant initial capital allocation to new ventures, often in the multi-million dollar range, to build them from the ground up.

Andersen's involvement extends beyond capital deployment; he is deeply engaged in the strategic development and mentorship of portfolio companies. His vision for High Alpha has positioned it as a key player in transforming Indianapolis into a burgeoning tech hub, attracting talent and capital to the region. The firm's unique studio approach, combined with its traditional fund investments, allows for a comprehensive impact on the B2B SaaS landscape, from ideation to market leadership. Through High Alpha, Andersen continues to be a driving force behind the creation and acceleration of innovative software companies, reinforcing the firm's reputation as a founder-friendly and value-add investor.