Nashville Capital Network

Nashville Capital Network (NCN) is a prominent for-profit limited partnership established in 2003, dedicated to providing equity capital to early-stage companies. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, NCN primarily focuses its investments on the healthcare and technology sectors, with a strong geographic emphasis on the Southeast United States. Its strategic approach aims to foster growth within these critical industries by supporting innovative startups.

NCN operates by managing a series of angel funds, having successfully raised capital across eight distinct funds since its inception. Collectively, these funds have amassed over $60 million in committed capital, demonstrating a consistent ability to attract investor interest. Their most recent fund, NCN Angel Fund VIII, closed in 2022 with $15 million, underscoring their ongoing commitment to new investments.

The firm's investment strategy typically involves initial checks ranging from $250,000 to $1,000,000, targeting companies poised for significant growth. To date, Nashville Capital Network has invested in over 70 companies, building a diverse portfolio across its core sectors. Beyond initial funding, NCN plays an active role in supporting its portfolio companies, having facilitated over $1.5 billion in follow-on capital, which significantly aids in their long-term development and expansion.