XRC Ventures

XRC Ventures is a New York City-based venture capital firm and accelerator dedicated to fostering innovation in the retail technology, consumer goods, and consumer healthtech sectors. Established in 2015, the firm operates a unique hybrid model, combining a structured accelerator program with direct early-stage investments. This approach allows XRC Ventures to identify and nurture promising startups from their nascent stages, providing not only crucial capital but also strategic guidance and access to an extensive industry network.

The firm's investment strategy primarily targets pre-seed and seed-stage companies. Through its accelerator program, XRC Ventures typically provides an initial investment of $100,000 to each accepted startup. Beyond the accelerator, XRC Ventures also makes direct investments, with initial checks ranging up to $1,000,000, depending on the stage and needs of the company. A key differentiator for XRC is its commitment to follow-on funding, with the potential to invest up to $2 million per company as they achieve milestones and progress through subsequent funding rounds.

XRC Ventures leverages its deep relationships with major corporate partners, including leading retailers and consumer brands, to offer unparalleled mentorship, pilot opportunities, and potential commercial partnerships to its portfolio companies. This robust ecosystem is designed to accelerate growth and facilitate market entry for disruptive technologies and consumer-focused innovations. With a portfolio exceeding 100 companies, XRC Ventures has established itself as a significant player in the early-stage consumer and retail tech investment landscape, consistently backing ventures poised to redefine their respective industries.