Range Ventures

Range Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Denver, Colorado, strategically focused on investing in promising founders and startups located "between the coasts" of the United States. Established by founding partners Chris Erickson and Mike Freeman, the firm aims to bridge the funding gap often experienced by companies outside traditional tech hubs like Silicon Valley or New York. Their investment thesis centers on identifying high-potential businesses in emerging tech ecosystems, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance and network access to help these companies scale.

The firm manages a total of $60 million across two funds, demonstrating a growing commitment to the early-stage ecosystem. Their first fund closed at $20 million, followed by a larger second fund of $40 million, which further expanded their capacity to support nascent ventures. Range Ventures primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies, typically deploying initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $1.5 million. They often take a lead investor role in rounds, indicating a hands-on approach and a willingness to commit significant capital early on, frequently securing board seats to provide active oversight and support.

Range Ventures maintains a broad investment mandate across several key sectors, including Software, Fintech, Healthcare, Future of Work, Supply Chain, Climate, and Consumer. This diversified approach allows them to capitalize on innovation across various industries that are undergoing significant transformation. With a portfolio that already spans over 30 companies, Range Ventures has quickly established itself as a significant player in the venture landscape outside of the traditional coastal centers, actively working to foster growth and innovation in underserved markets and demonstrating a clear commitment to the entrepreneurial spirit prevalent in these regions.