Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.)
Venture debtLos Angeles · Series A–Late Stage · 6 people tracked
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Investment thesis
A.R.I. focuses on venture debt as a way to generate risk-adjusted returns within fixed income while offering minimally-dilutive growth capital to North America's most dynamic startups. Through its Senior Secured Growth Credit Fund, the firm targets 15-20%+ net annual returns via contractual interest, fees, and equity upside. It emphasizes senior secured positions to protect capital and provide portfolio diversification with low correlation to other asset classes. A.R.I. crafts customized debt solutions—loans of up to $30 million combined with equity participation—for top revenue-generating, sponsor-backed companies at the Series A through Series D stage, prioritizing long-term partnerships and expanded access to capital for historically underserved regions, sectors, and founders.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 27, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) invest at?
- Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) invests at the Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What is Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.)'s typical check size?
- Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) typically writes checks of $30M.
- What sectors does Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) focus on?
- Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, B2B Marketplaces, Cleantech, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Gaming, Healthtech, InsurTech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Media & Entertainment, SaaS, Sector Agnostic, Sports Tech.
- Where is Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) located?
- Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.
- Does Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) lead rounds?
- Applied Real Intelligence (A.R.I.) typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
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from their channel14B: Key Strategies for Venture Capital and Emerging Tech w/ Ken Hall
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14A: Key Strategies for Venture Capital and Emerging Tech w/ Ken Hall
7 in 7 Show with Zack Ellison
13B: Unlocking Secrets to Early-Stage Startup Success w/ Scott Kelly
7 in 7 Show with Zack Ellison
13A: Unlocking Secrets to Early-Stage Startup Success w/ Scott Kelly
7 in 7 Show with Zack Ellison
12B: Florida's Startup Surge: Insights from UF Innovate Ventures w/ Dr. Jackson Streeter
7 in 7 Show with Zack Ellison
12A: Florida's Startup Surge: Insights from UF Innovate Ventures w/ Dr. Jackson Streeter
7 in 7 Show with Zack Ellison
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