Laconia

Laconia Capital Group is a New York City-based venture capital firm, established in 2014, that specializes in leading seed-stage investments in B2B SaaS companies. The firm's core mission is to identify and back startups that are actively digitizing and modernizing legacy industries, driving efficiency and innovation across traditionally underserved sectors. Their investment philosophy is centered on supporting founders who are building scalable software solutions for complex business challenges, aiming to transform established markets through technology.

Laconia's investment thesis is deeply rooted in providing more than just capital; they position themselves as active, hands-on partners. They leverage their extensive network and operational expertise to help portfolio companies navigate the intricacies of early-stage growth, from product-market fit to scaling operations. The firm demonstrates a particular interest in verticals such as PropTech, FinTech, Supply Chain & Logistics, Healthcare, Education, and the Future of Work, seeking out companies that offer compelling value propositions within these domains.

The firm typically writes initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $1.5 million, with significant reserves allocated for follow-on investments in successful portfolio companies. This strategy enables them to provide substantial early-stage capital while also supporting their companies through subsequent funding rounds as they achieve key milestones. Since its inception, Laconia Capital Group has made over 80 investments, showcasing a consistent and robust commitment to the B2B SaaS ecosystem. Their most recent fund, Laconia Capital Group Fund III, closed in 2022 with $40 million, further enhancing their capacity to support a new cohort of innovative B2B startups.