
Tamarind Hill
Description
Tamarind Hill is an Ann Arbor, Michigan-based venture capital firm that specializes in providing "Entrepreneurial Stage Capital" to high-growth, recurring revenue-model, software-enabled companies. The firm primarily targets B2B software and services businesses that have achieved initial product-market fit and are poised for significant scaling. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying companies with strong fundamentals and a clear path to market leadership, offering both capital and strategic partnership to accelerate growth.
The firm typically invests in companies that are generating between $1 million and $10 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR), indicating a focus on early to growth-stage businesses. Tamarind Hill's initial investment check sizes generally range from $3 million to $10 million, positioning them as a key participant in Series A or early Series B funding rounds. Beyond financial capital, Tamarind Hill emphasizes its role as an active partner, leveraging the operational expertise of its team to provide strategic guidance, support in business model optimization, and assistance in navigating the complexities of rapid expansion.
While rooted in Ann Arbor, Tamarind Hill's investment reach extends nationally, seeking out promising opportunities across diverse geographic regions within the United States. The firm's commitment to long-term collaboration and its deep understanding of software-enabled business models make it a valuable partner for founders aiming to build sustainable and scalable enterprises. They are known for their hands-on approach, working closely with management teams to foster innovation and drive market success.
Investor Profile
Tamarind Hill has backed more than 21 startups, with 2 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 38% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Seed, Series Unknown, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Software, Medical.
- Typical check size: $3M – $10M.
Stage Focus
- Seed (38%)
- Series Unknown (24%)
- Series A (24%)
- Convertible Note (10%)
- Series B (5%)
Country Focus
- United States (95%)
- Canada (5%)
Industry Focus
- Health Care
- Software
- Medical
- Saas
- Information Technology
- Logistics
- Enterprise Software
- Children
- Wellness
- Big Data
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