Casabona Ventures

Overview

Casabona Ventures is a New Jersey-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in technology-driven startups. The firm provides management services, strategic planning, and angel investment capital to emerging companies, with a particular emphasis on the Northeast region of the United States. By partnering with dynamic executive teams, Casabona Ventures aims to commercialize innovative, industry-impacting technologies, driving them from the laboratory to the marketplace. The firm's investment strategy focuses on ventures with valuations less than $5 million, supporting the Internet of Things (IoT) revolution. Casabona Ventures is interested in working with emerging growth industries such as renewable/alternative energies, sustainable green technology, communications, electronics, medical technologies, and information technology. The firm seeks to foster the growth of entrepreneurs by providing tailored support, resources, and a commitment to innovation. Casabona Ventures has a track record of investing in high-tech companies, including a notable investment in Echolocation on March 31, 2013, amounting to $200,100. The firm is led by Managing Director Mario Casabona, an electrical engineer with 12 national and international patents in the field of satellite-based navigation and communications. He founded Casabona Ventures in 2006 to mentor and support early-stage tech entrepreneurs with advisory and consulting services, capital investments, and introductions to a wide network of professionals throughout the state.

Investment Focus

• Innovative ideas
• Strong market fit
• Capable and dedicated team
• Clear path to scalability
• Alignment with focus areas
• Potential for disruption
• Commitment to sustainable practices

Portfolio Companies