Third Kind Venture Capital

Third Kind Venture Capital (3KVC) is a prominent early-stage venture capital firm based in New York City, founded by the highly respected investor Shana Fisher. Established with a focus on backing visionary founders and disruptive technologies, 3KVC primarily invests in Seed, Series A, and occasionally Series B rounds. The firm is known for its sector-agnostic approach, though it has built an exceptional track record across consumer, enterprise, and deep technology sectors.

3KVC's investment philosophy is characterized by a data-driven methodology and a keen eye for emerging trends and market opportunities. Shana Fisher, a veteran investor, is particularly recognized for her ability to identify and support companies poised for significant growth, often before they become widely recognized. The firm prides itself on being a hands-on partner, providing strategic guidance and leveraging its extensive network to help portfolio companies scale and achieve their full potential.

The firm boasts an impressive portfolio of companies that have gone on to become household names and industry leaders. Notable investments include Pinterest, Warby Parker, Casper, Allbirds, Glossier, Sweetgreen, Peloton, and Stripe, among many others. Many of these companies have achieved unicorn status, with 3KVC having backed over a dozen such ventures. In 2021, Third Kind Venture Capital successfully closed its third fund, Fund III, at $200 million, further solidifying its capacity to support a new generation of innovative startups.