CSA Partners, LLC
Overview
CSA Partners, LLC is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage, high-growth companies in the Midwest, particularly Wisconsin. The firm partners with entrepreneurs to help them build and grow innovative companies in their community. They look for extraordinarily passionate entrepreneurs who exemplify and embody the Midwestern values of hard work, authenticity, honesty, integrity, and a sense of community. CSA Partners invests in startups that have a well-defined vision and bring elegant solutions to clearly articulated problems. They utilize a lean, tenacious, and responsible management style that is data-driven and outcome-focused. They are able to innovate and bring new business models to existing markets to achieve smarter solutions. CSA Partners' first disclosed deal was leading a $550,000 round in Scanalytics in October 2013, followed by continued early-stage activity aimed at technology-enabled startups. In April 2014, the firm participated as a new investor in Madison-based food-ordering company EatStreet’s $6 million Series B financing. In August 2015, the fund led a $2 million seed round for Milwaukee-relocated Bright Cellars, a subscription wine retailer that had joined the local ecosystem after participating in gener8tor. CSA Partners has invested in companies such as Geno.me, Even, Agricycle, Elena Velez, Kushim, Hellowater, Zizzl, Mindful Measures, Pear Commerce, Pet Krewe, Wildwonder, Ease, Yachtlife, Carson Life, Bright Cellars, gener8tor, PrettyLitter, Understory, Docalytics, and Review Trackers. The firm is committed to supporting innovative companies that contribute to the growth and development of the Midwest economy. They focus on building long-term relationships with entrepreneurs and providing the resources and support necessary for their success. CSA Partners' investment philosophy centers on identifying and nurturing companies that have the potential to make a significant impact in their respective industries and communities. They believe in the power of collaboration and work closely with their portfolio companies to help them achieve their goals and realize their full potential.
Investment Focus
- Strong management team
- Innovative business model
- Scalable growth potential
- Clear market opportunity
- Alignment with Midwestern values
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does CSA Partners, LLC invest in?
CSA Partners, LLC invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Real Estate and Media, and is based in Milwaukee, United States. CSA Partners, LLC is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does CSA Partners, LLC invest at?
CSA Partners, LLC backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 5M.
Which regions does CSA Partners, LLC invest in?
CSA Partners, LLC invests across United States.
Who are the partners at CSA Partners, LLC?
Team members listed for CSA Partners, LLC include Chris Abele (Managing Director) and Steve Mech (Managing Director).
What companies has CSA Partners, LLC invested in?
CSA Partners, LLC's portfolio includes PrettyLitter, UnderStory, YachtLife, gener8tor, Even, Bright Cellars, Pear Commerce and Ease.
How do I contact CSA Partners, LLC?
CSA Partners, LLC's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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