Drive Capital

Drive Capital is a venture capital firm based in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 2012. The firm focuses on investing in innovative technology, healthcare, and consumer companies located in the Midwest, aiming to support entrepreneurs who are addressing significant market opportunities. Drive Capital targets a range of sectors, including information technology, financial services, mobile, life sciences, and consumer products, and is willing to invest from $100,000 to tens of millions in startups at various stages of development. The firm emphasizes partnerships with entrepreneurs who have ambitious goals and seek to build sustainable, large-scale companies. Its investment strategy encompasses the broader Midwest region, extending from Pittsburgh to Kansas City to Minneapolis. Founded by experienced venture capitalists Mark Kvamme and Chris Olsen, Drive Capital aims to drive growth and innovation in the heartland of America.

Molly Bonakdarpour

General Partner

Andrew Jenks

Partner and General Partner

Mark Kvamme

Partner

Yasmine Lacaillade

Network Partner

Marcos Martinez-Villalba

Partner

Chris Olsen

Partner

Erandi De Silva

Partner

Nick Solaro

Board Director

John Volquez

Partner

Past deals in CAD

Physna

Series B in 2021
Physna LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializes in developing geometric search engine software tailored for computer-aided design and 3D printing, among other manufacturing processes. The company's innovative platform utilizes proprietary algorithms and advanced geometric deep learning technology to deconstruct 3D files into a structured format, allowing users to search, compare, and analyze 3D models for quality control and automated inspection. Physna's offerings cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, defense, consumer goods, and energy, empowering clients to enhance efficiency and productivity in their manufacturing operations. Additionally, Physna owns Thangs.com, a rapidly growing 3D community and search engine, which further contributes to its mission of democratizing access to 3D design and analysis tools, thus fostering innovation in areas such as product design, healthcare, augmented reality, and gaming.

Physna

Series A in 2019
Physna LLC, founded in 2015 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializes in developing geometric search engine software tailored for computer-aided design and 3D printing, among other manufacturing processes. The company's innovative platform utilizes proprietary algorithms and advanced geometric deep learning technology to deconstruct 3D files into a structured format, allowing users to search, compare, and analyze 3D models for quality control and automated inspection. Physna's offerings cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, defense, consumer goods, and energy, empowering clients to enhance efficiency and productivity in their manufacturing operations. Additionally, Physna owns Thangs.com, a rapidly growing 3D community and search engine, which further contributes to its mission of democratizing access to 3D design and analysis tools, thus fostering innovation in areas such as product design, healthcare, augmented reality, and gaming.
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