Elev8 Venture Partners
Overview
Elev8 Venture Partners is a growth-stage venture capital firm dedicated to empowering visionary entrepreneurs and high-growth Indian businesses. The firm invests in technology-driven companies that are redefining industries, providing not just capital but also strategic expertise and deep operational support. Their investment philosophy is built on rigorous research, sectoral insights, and a hands-on partnership model, focusing on long-term value creation. The firm primarily targets growth-stage companies across sectors such as consumer internet, enterprise software, and fintech. Elev8 aims to invest between $10 million and $15 million in each of 12 to 14 startups valued between $100 million and $300 million. Their portfolio includes companies like Astrotalk, IDfy, Smallcase, Porter, and Snapmint. Elev8 plans to deploy the remaining capital over the next 12 to 18 months, emphasizing businesses that combine profitability with strong governance. Elev8 Venture Partners was founded by Navin Honagudi, who previously served as a partner at Kae Capital. The firm has secured backing from a mix of global and domestic investors, including KB Investment, part of South Korea’s KB Financial Group, and the Self-Reliant India Fund. This diverse investor base reflects Elev8's commitment to fostering growth-stage startups in India and supporting their journey towards market leadership and sustainable success.
Investment Focus
- Technology-driven companies
- Growth-stage startups
- Companies valued between $100 million and $300 million
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Elev8 Venture Partners invest in?
Elev8 Venture Partners invests in Technology, FinTech, SaaS, Consumer Internet, Enterprise Software and B2B Platforms, and is based in Bengaluru, India. Elev8 Venture Partners is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Elev8 Venture Partners invest at?
Elev8 Venture Partners backs companies at Growth, writing cheques of 10M - 15M.
Which regions does Elev8 Venture Partners invest in?
Elev8 Venture Partners invests across India.
Who are the partners at Elev8 Venture Partners?
Team members listed for Elev8 Venture Partners include Abhisekh Shah (Principal) and Ashwini Khemka (CFO).
What companies has Elev8 Venture Partners invested in?
Elev8 Venture Partners's portfolio includes Porter, Smallcase, IDfy, Snapmint and Astrotalk.
How do I contact Elev8 Venture Partners?
Elev8 Venture Partners's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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