AZ Crown Investments
Family officeTempe · Pre-Seed–Series A · 13 people tracked
Investment thesis
AZ Crown Investments positions itself as a long-term, risk-tolerant backer of revolutionary ideas, drawing on more than three decades of experience across many industries. Its portfolio spans AI, education, medical devices, SaaS, and marketplace businesses, with a central emphasis on unlocking the potential of data, insights, and machine learning. The firm emphasizes talent as its core focus and offers founders more than capital, contributing strategic guidance, mentorship, and access to a broad network of industry experts and advisors. It frames itself as a collaborative partner committed to helping portfolio companies succeed.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 2, 2026.
Team · 13 people
from the firm's websiteA 15-year veteran of digital advertising and publishing who founded Freestar, a website monetization service. He serves on the advisory board of SURF and mentors at venture builder Coplex.
Co-founder of Insight Enterprises who retired to Chairman Emeritus in 2009; serves as a principal of AZ Crown Investments alongside his brother Tim.
Co-founder of Insight Enterprises and its longtime Chairman of the Board; serves as a principal of AZ Crown Investments alongside his brother Eric.
A med-tech entrepreneur who founded and managed five companies, raised over $200M, and holds 45+ US patents. He is a Registered Patent Attorney and California State Bar member who advises startups.
A serial entrepreneur who has co-founded six companies over 25+ years, driving over $450M in net-new business and holding board roles at more than a dozen companies. He leads AZ Crown's investing efforts at ASU, focused on commercializing university technology.
President and CEO of Freestar with a background in corporate development and legal roles at YogaWorks and SheKnows Media. He began his career at large law firms and holds a JD from the University of Virginia.
Investments · 8 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathEmail management platform with advanced features for personalized signatures, content, and analytics.
Startup studio and venture builder providing resources and support for entrepreneurs.
Tempe, US
Anthony C Johnson(Director)Zach Ferres(Manager of Issuer)Jim F. Prendergast(Director)
Monetization platform for websites and digital publishers offering ad revenue optimization and header bidding management.
Technology solutions provider helping businesses modernize and operate more efficiently.
Customer relationship management software for sales and marketing process streamlining.
Vertical AI platform for cyber insurance that enhances risk assessment and portfolio strategy.
E-learning and training platform providing IT certification and training solutions.
On-demand dental staffing platform connecting dental offices with temporary dental professionals.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does AZ Crown Investments invest at?
- AZ Crown Investments invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does AZ Crown Investments focus on?
- AZ Crown Investments focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Consumer, Data & Infrastructure, EdTech, Healthtech, Marketplaces, Medical Devices, SaaS.
- Where is AZ Crown Investments located?
- AZ Crown Investments is headquartered in Tempe, US.
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