
Sigma Prime Ventures
Description
Sigma Prime Ventures is a well-established early-stage venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts, with a long history of investing in disruptive technology companies. Founded by partners with deep operational and investment experience, the firm primarily focuses on Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds. Their investment mandate is centered on identifying and backing exceptional entrepreneurs building innovative solutions across key technology sectors.
The firm's core investment thesis revolves around software-as-a-service (SaaS), cloud computing, mobile technologies, and technology-enabled services. Sigma Prime Ventures seeks out companies that demonstrate significant market potential, strong founding teams, and a clear path to scalability. They are known for their hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance and leveraging their extensive network to support portfolio companies through critical growth phases, from product development to market expansion and talent acquisition.
Sigma Prime Ventures has a robust track record, having made over 100 investments since its inception, leading more than 30 of those rounds. Their most recent fund, Sigma Prime Ventures VI, closed in 2017 with $150 million in committed capital, underscoring their continued commitment to the early-stage technology ecosystem. The firm typically deploys initial checks ranging from approximately $500,000 for promising seed-stage ventures up to $5,000,000 for leading Series A rounds, with capacity for follow-on investments in successful portfolio companies. This flexible approach allows them to engage with companies at various points in their early development.
With a portfolio that includes numerous successful exits, exceeding 20 to date, Sigma Prime Ventures has consistently demonstrated its ability to identify and nurture high-growth potential. Their deep industry expertise and commitment to fostering innovation make them a notable player in the East Coast venture capital landscape, particularly for B2B software and tech infrastructure startups.
Investor Profile
Sigma Prime Ventures has backed more than 72 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 17 rounds, about 24% of its total and boasts 22 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Series Unknown, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, SaaS, Analytics.
- Typical check size: $500K – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (33%)
- Series Unknown (25%)
- Series C (13%)
- Series B (11%)
- Seed (6%)
- Series D (6%)
- Series E (6%)
- Convertible Note (1%)
Country Focus
- United States (94%)
- United Kingdom (3%)
- Canada (1%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Saas
- Analytics
- Enterprise Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Machine Learning
- Internet
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.