Staircase Ventures
Overview
Staircase Ventures is a Toronto-based venture capital firm that specializes in leading seed-stage rounds into Canadian-based B2B software companies. The firm is dedicated to accelerating founders' development and performance through a comprehensive Founder Development Platform, which includes executive coaching, peer learning groups, health and wellness programs, personal financial advisory, and family support. This holistic approach aims to foster the growth and success of portfolio companies by supporting the personal and professional development of their leaders. The firm's investment strategy is centered on providing initial institutional capital to high-potential technology companies, particularly those leveraging artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies. Staircase Ventures focuses on sectors such as healthcare, transportation, industrial manufacturing, and AI & blockchain-driven technology. By combining strategic capital allocation with operational support, the firm seeks to build and scale high-performance businesses that drive innovation and efficiency across various industries. Staircase Ventures' portfolio includes companies like Sibli, an AI-driven investment research platform, and Kogler Incorporated, a manufacturer serving the transportation and industrial sectors. The firm's commitment to founder development and its strategic investment approach have positioned it as a significant player in the Canadian venture capital landscape, supporting the growth of innovative technology companies across the country.
Investment Focus
- Canadian-based B2B software companies
- Seed and pre-seed stages
- Initial product in market
- Early signs of product-market fit
- Companies must be Canadian-based B2B software companies
- Companies should be in the seed stage with initial product in market and early signs of product-market fit
- Companies should leverage technology to deliver improved efficiency or effectiveness to their customers
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Staircase Ventures invest in?
Staircase Ventures invests in Technology, Healthcare, Industrial Manufacturing, Software, Transportation and Artificial Intelligence, and is based in Canada. Staircase Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Staircase Ventures invest at?
Staircase Ventures backs companies at Pre-Seed and Seed, writing cheques of 500K - 2M.
Which regions does Staircase Ventures invest in?
Staircase Ventures invests across Canada.
Who are the partners at Staircase Ventures?
Team members listed for Staircase Ventures include Janet Bannister (Founder & Managing Partner) and Kristen Hamilton (CEO).
What companies has Staircase Ventures invested in?
Staircase Ventures's portfolio includes Sibli, Fillip, Biossil, Rhenti, Galatea, Eventric, Banting AI and Kogler Incorporated.
How do I contact Staircase Ventures?
Staircase Ventures'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
