Pangaea Ventures

Pangaea Ventures is a Vancouver-based venture capital firm founded in 2000 that provides early- to growth-stage funding for technology-driven and materials-intensive ventures. It concentrates on hard tech and advanced materials across energy, electronics, health, nanotechnology, chemistry, and cleantech, pursuing solutions in energy generation and storage, energy efficiency, and environmental materials. The firm backs companies addressing fundamental global challenges such as climate change, food and water security, and health outcomes, with a preference for commercial products and enabling technologies. It typically seeks significant minority stakes, aims to hold board representation, and positions itself as a lead investor while remaining open to co-investment. While headquartered in Vancouver, it operates with additional offices in Phoenix and Hillsborough and focuses on opportunities in North America and Europe. The firm emphasizes impact-oriented investing across incubation, startup, and growth phases, supporting portfolio companies through multiple growth stages.

Sarah Applebaum

Partner

Chris Erickson

General Partner

Chris Erikson JD

Founding General Partner

Janelle Goulard

Principal

Leonid Molchanovsky

General Partner

Past deals in New Mexico

Green Theme Technologies

Series C in 2024
Green Theme Technologies Inc is a developer of environmentally-friendly chemical technology focused on the finishing of textiles and nonwovens. Founded in 2012 and based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, the company aims to innovate in the textile industry by creating products that surpass the performance of existing technologies while also eliminating water usage and reducing pollution. Green Theme Technologies is committed to sustainable practices and seeks to transform textile finishing processes through its advanced, dry technology solutions.

ACME Advanced Materials

Seed Round in 2015
ACME Advanced Materials is a strategic technology company that establishes to commercializes a unique new form of Silicon Carbide for electronic components. Its grade devices have improved electronic transport, lower on-resistance, reduced forward voltage, and increased reliability. The company was founded in 2013 is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Masterson Industries

Series A in 2015
Masterson Industries, LLC is a manufacturer specializing in microgravity-enabled and semiconductor materials, notably gallium nitride. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company focuses on the development and production of specialty materials that serve a diverse range of industries, including defense, medical devices, electronics, and telecommunications. Masterson Industries has established a significant portfolio of intellectual property and recently expanded its operations by moving into a new production facility. The company has also enhanced its team with sales and marketing expertise tailored to each targeted industry, positioning itself for commercial expansion. Currently, it is preparing for a commercialization demonstration to showcase its innovative capabilities.

Masterson Industries

Series A in 2013
Masterson Industries, LLC is a manufacturer specializing in microgravity-enabled and semiconductor materials, notably gallium nitride. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the company focuses on the development and production of specialty materials that serve a diverse range of industries, including defense, medical devices, electronics, and telecommunications. Masterson Industries has established a significant portfolio of intellectual property and recently expanded its operations by moving into a new production facility. The company has also enhanced its team with sales and marketing expertise tailored to each targeted industry, positioning itself for commercial expansion. Currently, it is preparing for a commercialization demonstration to showcase its innovative capabilities.
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