
SineWave Ventures
Description
SineWave Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in technology companies that operate across both commercial and public sectors. The firm primarily focuses on investing in the next generation of enterprise software, cybersecurity, and defense technologies. With a strategic emphasis on the Seed and Series A stages, SineWave Ventures positions itself as a key partner for startups developing critical solutions for both government and commercial markets. Their unique dual-market approach allows them to identify and support companies with significant growth potential in sectors vital to national security and economic infrastructure.
The firm adopts a founder-first philosophy, aiming to provide not just capital but also strategic support to help its portfolio companies scale effectively. SineWave Ventures typically deploys initial checks ranging from $1 million to $5 million, reserving additional capital for follow-on investments as their portfolio companies achieve key milestones and demonstrate continued growth. This investment range indicates their commitment to being a significant early-stage partner, providing substantial runway for nascent companies to develop their products and expand their market reach. Their active involvement extends beyond mere funding, encompassing guidance on market strategy, talent acquisition, and navigating complex regulatory environments, particularly for companies engaging with government contracts.
A testament to their growing influence and successful strategy, SineWave Ventures announced the close of its second fund, SineWave Ventures Fund II, at $100 million in 2023. This substantial fund size underscores their capacity to support a robust portfolio of promising startups and reinforces their position as a significant player in the early-stage tech investment landscape. The firm's portfolio includes a diverse array of companies, reflecting their broad yet focused investment thesis across critical technology domains. SineWave Ventures' strategic location near Washington D.C. also provides a distinct advantage, fostering connections with government agencies and defense contractors, which is particularly beneficial for their portfolio companies targeting public sector clients.
Investor Profile
SineWave Ventures has backed more than 44 startups, with 12 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 15 rounds, about 34% of its total and boasts 5 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, United Kingdom.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning.
- Led 5 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $1M – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Series B (27%)
- Series A (27%)
- Seed (18%)
- Series C (16%)
- Series D (5%)
- Series Unknown (2%)
- Debt Financing (2%)
- Pre Seed (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (91%)
- Canada (7%)
- United Kingdom (2%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Machine Learning
- Cyber Security
- Information Technology
- Enterprise Software
- Network Security
- Security
- Analytics
- Cloud Computing
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