Aristos Ventures
Venture capitalDallas Β· Pre-SeedβGrowth Β· 7 people tracked
Investment thesis
Aristos Ventures invests in capital-efficient technology companies located primarily in Texas that need critical early-stage capital to build a product and generate revenue. It targets companies that already have a product or service and typically require only about $1 million to reach profitability, aiming for a diversified portfolio where each company can achieve a meaningful exit without further financing. Individual rounds usually range from $200,000 to $350,000, with $750,000 to $1 million invested per company over time. The firm opportunistically considers pre-seed deals and participates in later-stage rounds alongside other investors, positioning itself as a return to the classic, capital-efficient venture model of the 1980s and early 1990s.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team Β· 7 people
from the firm's websiteFounder and Managing Director of Aristos Ventures, focused on early-stage Texas technology companies. Previously led early-stage tech investments for ORIX's $200M Texas fund, served as CFO/Associate at Silver Creek Ventures, and held engineering and management roles at companies including Cisco and Monterey Networks; holds an MBA from SMU and an engineering degree from Texas Tech, plus six patents.
Investment Committee member and Chief Investment Officer of the Wright Family Office since 2005, managing a portfolio of public and private securities. Came from investment banking with an M&A focus; holds a JD and MBA from UT Austin.
Investment Committee Emeritus member known for a 36-year career at the Federal Reserve, including nearly 14 years as President of the Dallas Fed and FOMC member. Former Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System and current economic advisor and board member at various organizations.
Investment Committee member and private equity investor managing his own capital across real estate, oil and gas, and public and private equities. Was a founding partner of HM Capital Partners (formerly Hicks, Muse, Tate & Furst) and teaches finance at UNT and UT Dallas.
Investment Committee member and managing general partner of Sevin Rosen Funds since 1988, focused on software-based products across healthcare, energy and financial services. Sits on several corporate boards and previously served on the NVCA board.
Investment Committee member who was part of the original Sevin Rosen team and is regarded as one of the venture industry's most successful investors, with exits including Landmark Graphics, Monterey Networks and CIENA. Formerly served on the National Venture Capital Association board (1997-2001).
Investment Committee member and general partner who joined Silver Creek Ventures in 1991, helping manage five venture funds with 75+ investments. Focuses on information technologies including security, networking, and services.
What they invest in
from 1 of 16 portfolio companiesCloud Computing Γ1Construction Tech Γ1SaaS Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ3
Investments Β· 16 tracked
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Cloud ComputingConstruction TechSaaSNew York, US
Riggs Kubiak(Executive Officer, Director)Dhiraj Malkani(Director)Jared Kushner(Director)Gary Dillabough(Director)
Dallas, US
Andres Fabris(Executive Officer, Director)Donald Birch(Director)Jeffrey Jackson(Director)Adam Medros(Director)Damon Rawie(Director)
BoardMichael Segrest(Director)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Aristos Ventures invest at?
- Aristos Ventures invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Growth stages.
- What is Aristos Ventures's typical check size?
- Aristos Ventures typically writes checks of $200K β $1M.
- What sectors does Aristos Ventures focus on?
- Aristos Ventures focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Deep Tech, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Aristos Ventures located?
- Aristos Ventures is headquartered in Dallas, US.
- Does Aristos Ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, Aristos Ventures leads investment rounds.
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