Honolulu · Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Blue Startups aims to diversify Hawaii's economy away from tourism dependence by developing a thriving technology sector. The firm targets scalable startups that can leverage Hawaii's sector strengths in tourism and sustainability while positioning the islands as a strategic hub between Asian and Western markets. The accelerator provides intensive mentorship from a network of 230+ experts, investor introductions, and seed capital to support entrepreneurs with strong moral compass and innovation-focused vision.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
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What they invest in
from 4 of 5 portfolio companiesAgTech ×1Biotech ×1Cleantech ×1Climate Tech ×1Energy ×1FoodTech ×1Future of Work ×1GovTech ×1
HQs:United States×3
Portfolio companies · 5 tracked
alumni founders can tell you what the program is really likeBy year:2026 · 12023 · 12 dated
Mobile application platform that helps water and stormwater utilities and their customers reduce runoff impacts, build resilience, and save money.
Hohonu builds low-cost water level sensors that transmit real-time data on tides, flooding, and sea-level rise for coastal communities and water monitoring teams.
Climate TechGovTechHardwareIoT
Brian Glazer(Founder)inStanley Lio(Co-founder / Engineer)
Co-investorsEcho River CapitalTELUS Pollinator Fund for Good
Pacific Hybreed develops commercial shellfish breeding programs and genetics tools to improve yield and disease resilience for U.S.
AgTechBiotechFoodTechBainbridge Island, US
Dennis Hedgecock(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Jonathan Davis(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Jonathan Kroman(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)
Co-investorsBlue Revolution Investments G.P.
Volta Charging operates a network of EV chargers located at retail and commercial destinations across the United States, accessible through the JOLT mobile app.
CleantechEnergyMobility & TransportationSan Francisco, US
David Elisofon(Executive Officer)Christopher WendelMichael MenendezScott Mercer
BoardPeter Secor(Director)
Co-investors500 GlobalACTIVATE CAPITAL PARTNERSAutotech VenturesBrighter CapitalCelesta CapitalCelesta Capital+5 more
The company offers a virtual event platform where attendees join a recreated venue or conference environment using avatars to interact with others, engage with exhibitors, and watch live-streamed keynote presentations.
Future of WorkMedia & EntertainmentSaaS
Co-investorsColopl Next
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesPacific Hybreed · weareaquaculture.com · May 8, 2026
Hohonu · blogs.cisco.com · May 12, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Blue Startups invest at?
- Blue Startups invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is Blue Startups's typical check size?
- Blue Startups typically writes checks of $250K.
- What sectors does Blue Startups focus on?
- Blue Startups focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Blue Startups located?
- Blue Startups is headquartered in Honolulu, US.
- Does Blue Startups lead rounds?
- Blue Startups typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamEntrepreneurs Sandbox Goes Virtual: Women in Tech Series (Chenoa Farnsworth, Blue Startups)
HTDC Hawaii · Chenoa Farnsworth
Chenoa Farnsworth Managing Partner @Blue Startups | Mentor Series #4
Blue Startups · Chenoa Farnsworth
Chenoa Farnsworth: Managing Director, Blue Startups (Founder World 2015)
Google for Developers · Chenoa Farnsworth
EMW 2026 - East Meets West - Recap Video
Blue Startups
Level Up: A Founder's Guide to AI Maturity by Miki Hardisty
Blue Startups
East Meets West Venture Panel at #SFTechWeek with Blue Startups
Blue Startups
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