The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures
Overview
The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures is a venture capital fund focused on investing in early-stage technology companies with strong ties to the University of Kansas (KU). The fund primarily targets startups led by KU alumni, faculty, staff, and students, as well as those licensing KU technology or having other meaningful affiliations with the university. By investing in these KU-connected founders, The Hill Fund aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship within the KU community. The fund typically invests in late seed and Series A rounds, seeking startups that demonstrate compelling traction and product-market fit. Its investment focus is primarily on software startups across diverse sectors capable of scaling at a venture level. The Hill Fund's mission is to deliver top-tier venture returns by supporting the next generation of KU-connected companies, thereby strengthening the legacy of innovation at the University of Kansas for decades to come. Since its inception, The Hill Fund has made strategic investments in KU-connected startups, including its second investment in Ideem, a cybersecurity company specializing in user login security. This investment exemplifies the fund's commitment to backing innovative companies that align with its mission and investment criteria.
Investment Focus
- KU-connected founders
- Late seed and Series A stages
- Software startups with venture-scale growth potential
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures invest in?
The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures invests in Software, and is based in United States. The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures invest at?
The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures backs companies at Series A.
Which regions does The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures invest in?
The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures invests across United States.
Who are the partners at The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures?
Team members listed for The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures include John Fein (Founder and Managing Partner) and Jeremy Tasset (Venture Partner).
What companies has The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures invested in?
The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures's portfolio includes Ideem.
How do I contact The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures?
The Hill Fund by Firebrand Ventures'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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