NextView Ventures
NextView Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2010, based in New York City, that specializes in seed funding and supports startups in the digital health, fintech, and consumer sectors. The firm focuses on investing in pre-seed and seed stage companies, emphasizing the 'Everyday Economy' and providing dedicated support to its portfolio founders.
Company Overview
NextView Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2010, operating within the Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals industry. The company is classified as a partnership and is recognized as a small business with a team size of 12. Headquartered in New York, NY, NextView Ventures also maintains offices in San Francisco and Boston. The firm specializes in seed funding and focuses on supporting startups that aim to innovate within the Everyday Economy.
Investment Focus
NextView Ventures primarily invests in pre-seed and seed stage startups across North America. The firm emphasizes a high conviction approach by limiting the number of deals to provide dedicated support for each investment. Initial investments typically range from $250K to $4M. The company has a strong focus on sectors such as digital health, fintech, and consumer markets, applying software and AI to enhance mass-market opportunities.
Portfolio and Notable Investments
NextView Ventures has built a diverse portfolio that includes companies like WHOOP, Bobbie, and Attentive. The firm has been involved in investments that have led to public listings on NASDAQ, including Skillz and thredUP. NextView often leads investment rounds and frequently takes board director or observer seats to actively support its portfolio companies.
Community Engagement and Resources
NextView Ventures engages with the entrepreneurial community through various initiatives, including hosting events like the Inaugural Founder Retreat and Lunch & Learn Panels. The firm also offers newsletters such as 'The Idea Maze Newsletter' and 'Venture Upward Newsletter' to share insights and resources. Additionally, NextView produces a podcast called 'The Idea Maze,' which explores the origins of entrepreneurial ideas.
Mission and Vision
NextView Ventures champions founders who seek to redesign daily living for everyday people, focusing on the concept of the Everyday Economy. The firm aims to elevate the capabilities of its portfolio companies by providing expansive platform offerings and support tailored to the needs of seed stage startups.