Techstars

Techstars is a global platform that invests in and supports early-stage technology companies. Founded in 2006, it operates a mentorship-driven accelerator program, providing seed funding, intensive mentorship, and access to a network of investors and entrepreneurs. Techstars has programs in various locations worldwide, including Boston, Boulder, New York, Seattle, London, Chicago, and Austin. It invests $118,000 in each company, with $18,000 in seed funding and an optional $100,000 convertible debt note. Techstars also has industry-specific accelerator programs, such as Techstars Retail and Techstars Music, focusing on retail and music technology, respectively. Its portfolio includes over 1,000 companies with a combined market cap of $8.1 billion.

Ethan Austin

Director

Sarah Bain

Managing Director

Ravid Chowdhury

Investment Manager

Saalim Chowdhury

Managing Director

Maelle Gavet

CEO and Board Member

Kirstin Hunter

Managing Director

Matt Kozlov

Managing Director

Ryan Kuder

Founder and Managing Director, Techstars Anywhere Accelerator

Raphaele Leyendecker

Managing Director

Bob Moczydlowsky

Managing Director and Founder, Techstars Music

Bruno Morency

Managing Director

Zach Nies

Managing Director

Hilla Ovil-Brenner

Managing Director

Julie Penner

Program Director

Neal Sales-Griffin

Managing Director

Martin Schilling

Managing Director

Sunil Sharma

Managing Director

KJ Singh

Managing Director

Vijay Tirathrai

Managing Director

Kartik Varma

Managing Director

Jenna Walker

Managing Director

Anne Wellington

Managing Director

Past deals in Vermont

Visura.co

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Visura.co operates as a networking platform designed for photography and media professionals. The platform enables photographers and photo editors to connect, share resources, and communicate effectively. Through Visura, members can create personal websites that link to a global network and news feed, facilitating the discovery of new talent and work by media organizations and buyers. Additionally, the platform allows users to share news and stories with a worldwide audience via the Visura Media Public News Feed. Visura aims to enhance the quality and diversity of published content by offering a merit-based platform that reduces the time and resources required for individuals to establish an online presence and connect with job opportunities. Since its inception in 2008, Visura has gained significant traction within the industry, with notable users including major media outlets and organizations such as The New York Times, National Geographic, and CNN. Based in Westford, Vermont, Visura seeks to empower both individuals and organizations in the media landscape.
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