Right Side Capital Management

Right Side Capital Management is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage, pre-seed technology startups in underserved segments of the ecosystem. It invests in a high-volume, capital-efficient portfolio, typically funding rounds of 50,000 to 500,000 and making roughly 75 to 100 investments per year. The firm targets opportunities across the United States and internationally, including Canada, Israel, Australia, New Zealand, and Western Europe, prioritizing companies with scalable products and prudent capital use outside major metro hubs. Since its inception, it has built a broad portfolio across many states. It commits to a fast decision process, often delivering a yes or no within two weeks to help founders establish momentum.

Kevin Dick

Managing Partner

John Eng

Principal

Dave Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

David Lambert

Founder and Managing Director

Jeff Pomeranz

Managing Director

Paul Swiencicki

Partner

Past deals in Wisconsin

Debtle

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Debtle is a technology company based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Founded in 2019, it specializes in developing digital payment platforms designed to automate and improve the negotiation and settlement of consumer debts.

Lucendity

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Lucendity is a Milwaukee-based fintech startup founded by Tanya Ferrell in 2020. It operates an online loan comparison marketplace platform designed to simplify the loan selection process for consumers. Through its platform, Lucendity offers information on various financing products such as mortgages, auto loans, personal loans, and student loans, empowering users to compare options and align with their financial goals before applying directly with lending partners upon credit approval.

FANTM

Seed Round in 2020
FANTM develops human‑computer interface technologies that allow users to control computers and digital systems through gesture and motion. The company’s flagship product, the DEVLPR, is an open‑source electromyography platform built for the Arduino community, enabling hobbyists and researchers to explore EMG‑based interaction at an affordable price. In addition, FANTM produces wearable devices that use non‑invasive sensors and machine learning to capture and interpret hand movements, providing intuitive control for AR, VR, smart‑home devices, games, and robotic prosthetics. Founded in 2020 by Finn Kuusisto and Ezra Boley in Madison, Wisconsin, the company focuses on making advanced gesture‑based interfaces accessible to a broad audience.

Cultured Decadence

Convertible Note in 2020
Cultured Decadence is a cellular aquaculture startup based in Madison, Wisconsin, founded in 2020. The company specializes in innovative methods to produce crustacean products, specifically focusing on lobster and crab meat. Utilizing cell culture and tissue engineering techniques, Cultured Decadence creates seafood directly from the cells of these animals, eliminating the need for shells, organs, and waste. This approach aims to address the increasing global demand for nutritious and sustainable seafood, providing a more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fishing practices.

Cloudux

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Cloudux, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing a software platform designed to simplify the creation, management, and deployment of code across multiple cloud environments. Founded in 2019 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Cloudux enables software engineers, even those lacking extensive cloud development knowledge, to efficiently build and deploy serverless and containerized applications on various cloud platforms. By eliminating the risk of vendor lock-in, Cloudux's solutions promote flexibility and ease of use in distributed network environments, thereby streamlining the coding process for developers.

Last Lock

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019 and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Last Lock specializes in transforming traditional mechanical locks into smart, secure access solutions. The company's innovative smart cylinders incorporate electronic sensors that scan and store key profiles, enabling digital management and tracking of access. Last Lock offers self-powered battery cylinders, preferred access methods, and control systems for both residential and commercial applications.

PAXAFE

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Paxafe Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, specializes in developing hardware and software solutions for secure packaging and supply chain management. The company offers Internet of Things (IoT) enabled products that are reusable, traceable, and secure, designed to protect high-margin freight from theft and chain-of-custody failures. Paxafe's solutions cater to various industries such as jewelry, luxury watches, diamonds, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and more. Its AI-enabled risk management platform integrates telematics and other data sources to predict adverse supply chain events, enabling intelligent cargo insurance and improving operational efficiencies for shippers, carriers, and insurance providers.

Lumanu

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Lumanu develops a digital platform connecting companies with brand ambassadors. It offers solutions like SocialCert for influencer content sharing, Content Manager for ingesting content, and SmartBoost for creating ads using influencer creatives. Serving brand marketers, performance marketers, agency marketers, and creators/influencers, Lumanu operates from Oakland, California with an additional office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Fiveable

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Fiveable, Inc. is an educational technology company based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, founded in 2018. It operates an interactive social learning platform designed for Advanced Placement (AP) students and teachers, aiming to foster educational equity. The platform combines content, community, and courses to enhance the learning experience. It features a comprehensive content library and interactive community spaces, allowing students to engage with peers studying similar subjects. Fiveable offers online instruction led by accredited teachers across various disciplines, including history, social sciences, STEM, and languages. The company's mission is to empower students by building their skills and confidence, enabling them to earn college credit through placement exams and succeed in their educational endeavors.

Exit 7C

Seed Round in 2016
Exit 7C Inc. is a digital retailer specializing in fuel delivery services, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The company operates a mobile application that enables users to sign up for gas delivery and facilitates purchases at branded pumps located at traditional gas stations. Exit 7C also develops a mobile payment platform that allows customers to securely buy gasoline using a digital fuel card, featuring a centralized dashboard for real-time transactions, fuel type selection, and gas station locations. The company serves various markets, including Milwaukee, St. Louis, Fort Wayne, Columbus, Houston, Durham, and San Diego, while leveraging technology to enhance fuel, maintenance, and compliance services for transportation fleets.

Murfie

Pre Seed Round in 2012
Murfie is an online digital music marketplace established in 2010 and based in Madison, Wisconsin. The platform facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of music collections, including new and used CDs and vinyl records. By offering remote storage and digital access, Murfie caters to music enthusiasts who seek traditional ownership alongside the convenience of accessing their collections online. The company fosters a community for collectors, enabling them to engage in transactions, share their music, and enjoy both physical and digital formats.
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