
SpringRock Ventures
Description
SpringRock Ventures, established in 2020 and based in Seattle, Washington, is an early-stage venture capital firm co-founded by Dr. Geoff Harris and Dr. Robert Mittendorff. Both founders bring a wealth of experience from their previous roles as partners at Norwest Venture Partners, a prominent multi-stage investment firm. This background positions SpringRock Ventures with a deep understanding of scaling companies from nascent stages through significant growth. The firm's mission is centered on partnering with entrepreneurs who are building compelling companies in rapidly evolving sectors, leveraging their extensive network and operational expertise to foster innovation.
The firm primarily focuses on Seed and Series A investments, targeting disruptive technologies and business models across a diverse range of industries. Their investment thesis spans critical areas such as healthcare, SaaS, fintech, artificial intelligence/machine learning, the future of work, climate tech, and deep tech. SpringRock Ventures seeks out companies that demonstrate strong potential for market leadership and sustainable growth, often participating in rounds alongside other reputable investors. Their portfolio, which has grown to include over 10 active investments since their founding, reflects their commitment to backing transformative ventures.
SpringRock Ventures distinguishes itself through a hands-on, partnership-oriented approach. The firm aims to be more than just a capital provider, offering strategic guidance, operational support, and access to a broad network of industry experts and potential customers. This collaborative model is designed to help founders navigate the complexities of early-stage growth, accelerate product development, and scale their market presence effectively. Their deep domain expertise, particularly in healthcare and enterprise software, allows them to provide tailored insights to their portfolio companies.
By combining seasoned venture capital experience with a forward-looking investment strategy, SpringRock Ventures is building a robust portfolio of companies poised to redefine their respective industries. Their focus on high-impact sectors and a founder-centric philosophy underscores their commitment to long-term value creation. The firm continues to actively seek out innovative startups that align with their vision of driving significant technological and market advancements.
Investor Profile
SpringRock Ventures has backed more than 37 startups, with 4 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 10 rounds, about 27% of its total and boasts 1 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Software, Dental.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $500K – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (43%)
- Series A (30%)
- Series B (14%)
- Series C (8%)
- Series Unknown (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (97%)
Industry Focus
- Health Care
- Software
- Dental
- Hospital
- Wellness
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Information Technology
- Medical
- Human Resources
- Electronic Health Record (Ehr)
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