Foundry Group

Foundry Group is a venture capital firm based in Boulder, Colorado, established in 2007. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in information technology, internet, and software companies across North America. Foundry Group actively participates in select growth rounds and focuses on nurturing new technologies and building them into successful enterprises. With a preference for small seed investments ranging from $250,000 to $500,000, the firm aims to support promising entrepreneurs. Over its history, Foundry Group has invested in more than 100 companies as institutional investors and over 50 as angel investors. The firm’s investment strategy includes themes such as Human Computer Interaction and Digital Life. Foundry Group's venture funds typically consist of approximately 30 investments, with a total fund size of $225 million launched in 2015. The firm's portfolio is diversified geographically, with investments distributed among companies in Colorado, the Bay Area, and other major U.S. cities.

Angeli Agrawal

Senior Associate

Jaclyn Freeman Hester

Partner

Past deals in 3D Printing

Glowforge

Series E in 2023
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Glowforge

Series E in 2022
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Looking Glass

Series A in 2021
Looking Glass Factory Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing holographic displays tailored for 3D creators. The flagship product, the Looking Glass, is a desktop holographic display that utilizes advanced light field and volumetric display technologies, allowing users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without the need for virtual or augmented reality headsets. In addition to its display technology, Looking Glass offers volumetric printing services and software solutions for managing holographic displays. The company serves various sectors, including drug discovery, medical visualization, experiential marketing, and 3D storytelling. Founded in 2015, Looking Glass is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with an additional location in Hong Kong.

Xometry

Series E in 2020
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, founded in 2013. The company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers, allowing for efficient sourcing of high-quality parts. Xometry's capabilities include CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, urethane casting, and die casting, among others. The company employs proprietary technology to deliver optimal pricing for various manufacturing solutions, facilitating rapid prototyping and volume production. Its clientele includes notable organizations such as Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. Xometry aims to enhance domestic manufacturing by leveraging software that streamlines the process of obtaining custom parts. The company has a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions and serves a diverse range of customers, including engineers, product designers, and business owners.

Looking Glass

Series A in 2020
Looking Glass Factory Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing holographic displays tailored for 3D creators. The flagship product, the Looking Glass, is a desktop holographic display that utilizes advanced light field and volumetric display technologies, allowing users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without the need for virtual or augmented reality headsets. In addition to its display technology, Looking Glass offers volumetric printing services and software solutions for managing holographic displays. The company serves various sectors, including drug discovery, medical visualization, experiential marketing, and 3D storytelling. Founded in 2015, Looking Glass is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with an additional location in Hong Kong.

Xometry

Series D in 2019
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, founded in 2013. The company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers, allowing for efficient sourcing of high-quality parts. Xometry's capabilities include CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, urethane casting, and die casting, among others. The company employs proprietary technology to deliver optimal pricing for various manufacturing solutions, facilitating rapid prototyping and volume production. Its clientele includes notable organizations such as Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. Xometry aims to enhance domestic manufacturing by leveraging software that streamlines the process of obtaining custom parts. The company has a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions and serves a diverse range of customers, including engineers, product designers, and business owners.

Xometry

Series C in 2018
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, founded in 2013. The company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers, allowing for efficient sourcing of high-quality parts. Xometry's capabilities include CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, urethane casting, and die casting, among others. The company employs proprietary technology to deliver optimal pricing for various manufacturing solutions, facilitating rapid prototyping and volume production. Its clientele includes notable organizations such as Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. Xometry aims to enhance domestic manufacturing by leveraging software that streamlines the process of obtaining custom parts. The company has a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions and serves a diverse range of customers, including engineers, product designers, and business owners.

Glowforge

Series B in 2018
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

Formlabs

Series C in 2018
Formlabs Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing 3D printing systems aimed at professionals in various fields, including engineering, design, education, healthcare, and jewelry. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Hungary, and North Carolina. Formlabs' product lineup features advanced 3D printers, such as the Form 3, Form 3B, and Fuse 1, which utilize Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology to deliver high-resolution prints. Additionally, the company provides a range of materials, including standard, castable, flexible, tough, and dental SG options, along with software tools like PreForm for model preparation. Formlabs is recognized for its commitment to innovation, offering post-processing solutions and manufacturing systems that cater to the needs of engineers, designers, and makers worldwide.

Xometry

Series B in 2017
Xometry Inc. is a provider of on-demand manufacturing services based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, founded in 2013. The company operates an online marketplace that connects customers with a network of machine shops and custom manufacturers, allowing for efficient sourcing of high-quality parts. Xometry's capabilities include CNC machining, 3D printing, injection molding, urethane casting, and die casting, among others. The company employs proprietary technology to deliver optimal pricing for various manufacturing solutions, facilitating rapid prototyping and volume production. Its clientele includes notable organizations such as Toyota, NASA, Caterpillar, and Medtronic. Xometry aims to enhance domestic manufacturing by leveraging software that streamlines the process of obtaining custom parts. The company has a strategic partnership with Roush Yates Manufacturing Solutions and serves a diverse range of customers, including engineers, product designers, and business owners.

3D Robotics

Series D in 2017
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones and advanced aerial technology, primarily serving the construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecom, and public safety sectors. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys, which creates 2D maps and 3D models. Additionally, 3D Robotics provides Pixhawk, an autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. The company focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and site mapping, assisting clients in gathering and processing aerial data to support informed decision-making. Its products are sold through resellers and an online store worldwide, with an additional location in Baja California, Mexico.

Looking Glass

Series A in 2017
Looking Glass Factory Inc. specializes in developing and manufacturing holographic displays tailored for 3D creators. The flagship product, the Looking Glass, is a desktop holographic display that utilizes advanced light field and volumetric display technologies, allowing users to create, share, and interact with 3D content without the need for virtual or augmented reality headsets. In addition to its display technology, Looking Glass offers volumetric printing services and software solutions for managing holographic displays. The company serves various sectors, including drug discovery, medical visualization, experiential marketing, and 3D storytelling. Founded in 2015, Looking Glass is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, with an additional location in Hong Kong.

Formlabs

Series B in 2016
Formlabs Inc. specializes in designing and manufacturing 3D printing systems aimed at professionals in various fields, including engineering, design, education, healthcare, and jewelry. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Somerville, Massachusetts, the company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Germany, Japan, China, Singapore, Hungary, and North Carolina. Formlabs' product lineup features advanced 3D printers, such as the Form 3, Form 3B, and Fuse 1, which utilize Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology to deliver high-resolution prints. Additionally, the company provides a range of materials, including standard, castable, flexible, tough, and dental SG options, along with software tools like PreForm for model preparation. Formlabs is recognized for its commitment to innovation, offering post-processing solutions and manufacturing systems that cater to the needs of engineers, designers, and makers worldwide.

Glowforge

Series B in 2016
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

MakeTime

Series A in 2016
MakeTime Inc. operates an online platform that connects purchasers of machined components with suppliers of computer numerical control (CNC) machine services. Founded in 2014 and based in Lexington, Kentucky, MakeTime collects unused CNC machine time from qualified machine shops across the United States and matches orders with the appropriate suppliers. The platform allows users to upload parts, add them to a cart, and track production in real time, ensuring timely delivery of components. By streamlining the manufacturing process, MakeTime aims to eliminate inefficiencies, improve transparency, and simplify pricing for customers seeking immediate CNC machining capacity. In July 2018, MakeTime was acquired by Xometry Inc.

Glowforge

Series A in 2015
Glowforge Inc. is a manufacturer of 3D laser printers based in Seattle, Washington, founded in 2014. The company specializes in producing printers that can cut, engrave, and shape a diverse range of materials, including wood, leather, acrylic, paper, foam, fabric, glass, and metal. By utilizing advanced software and sensors, Glowforge's printers enable users to create intricate designs and decorations, catering to a wide array of applications. The technology empowers individuals and businesses to personalize and customize products, enhancing creativity and productivity in various fields.

3D Robotics

Series C in 2015
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones and advanced aerial technology, primarily serving the construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecom, and public safety sectors. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys, which creates 2D maps and 3D models. Additionally, 3D Robotics provides Pixhawk, an autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. The company focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and site mapping, assisting clients in gathering and processing aerial data to support informed decision-making. Its products are sold through resellers and an online store worldwide, with an additional location in Baja California, Mexico.

3D Robotics

Series B in 2013
3D Robotics, Inc. is a manufacturer of drones and advanced aerial technology, primarily serving the construction, insurance, surveying, agriculture, utilities, telecom, and public safety sectors. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Berkeley, California, the company offers a range of products including the Solo motion control drone and Site Scan, a cloud-connected mobile application designed for autonomous inspections, scans, and surveys, which creates 2D maps and 3D models. Additionally, 3D Robotics provides Pixhawk, an autopilot system for building unmanned aerial vehicles, along with various parts and accessories. The company focuses on making drone technology accessible for data analysis and site mapping, assisting clients in gathering and processing aerial data to support informed decision-making. Its products are sold through resellers and an online store worldwide, with an additional location in Baja California, Mexico.

MakerBot

Venture Round in 2011
MakerBot, a subsidiary of Stratasys, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), is a desktop 3D printer maker and was one of the first companies to make 3D printing accessible and affordable. MakerBot now has one of the largest install bases and market shares of the desktop 3D printing industry, with more than80,000 MakerBot Desktop 3D Printers in the world and a robust MakerBot 3D Ecosystem that combines hardware, software, apps like MakerBot PrintShop™and MakerBot Mobile, materials, training, support, consulting, retail stores, partnerships and Thingiverse, the world’s largest online community for 3D printing. MakerBot has been honored with many accolades, includingPopular Mechanics’“Overall Winner” for best 3D printer,Popular Mechanics’ “Editor’s Choice Award,”Popular Science’s“Product of the Year,”Fast Company’s “One of the World’s Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Consumer Electronics,” and many more.
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