RiSC Capital
Overview
RiSC Capital is a Canadian venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in deep tech startups. The firm focuses on innovative technology companies within Canada, aiming to support and develop the next generation of leaders in the deep tech sector. RiSC Capital's team comprises engineers funding other engineers, bringing a depth of management experience and support to every company they invest in. The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying and backing companies that demonstrate a firm grasp of their market and have developed a product to fit it. RiSC Capital works closely with university and non-university incubators to find and support these companies. They invest solely in the under-serviced sector of earliest/seed capital, believing they can have a meaningful impact on the companies that need capital the most and deliver the best possible returns for their investors. RiSC Capital's portfolio includes companies like Nexera Robotics, ViewsML, EECOMOBILITY, and Skygauge Robotics. The firm has made over 70 investments in Canadian deep tech startups at the seed or pre-seed stage over the last 20+ years. Their disciplined approach and experience set them apart in the venture capital landscape, focusing on sectors such as AI, healthcare, and other innovative technologies.
Investment Focus
- Startup must be based in Canada
- Focus on deep tech innovations
- Strong technical background
- Scalable business model
- Clear path to market
- Significant potential for impact and growth in the technology sector
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does RiSC Capital invest in?
RiSC Capital invests in Technology, Healthcare, Software, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Med-Tech Devices, and is based in Toronto, Canada. RiSC Capital is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does RiSC Capital invest at?
RiSC Capital backs companies at Pre-Seed and Seed, writing cheques of 250K - 400K.
Which regions does RiSC Capital invest in?
RiSC Capital invests across Canada.
Who are the partners at RiSC Capital?
Team members listed for RiSC Capital include Scott Pelton (Co-Founder) and Colin Webster (Partner).
What companies has RiSC Capital invested in?
RiSC Capital's portfolio includes EECOMOBILITY, Nexera Robotics, ViewsML and Skygauge Robotics.
How do I contact RiSC Capital?
RiSC Capital's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database