Chicago Ventures
Venture capitalChicago Β· SeedβSeries B
Investment thesis
An early-stage venture capital firm that partners with founders in overlooked industries, writing high-conviction checks and taking board seats. The firm emphasizes hands-on engagement and commitment to supporting founders.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
What they invest in
from 4 of 101 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning Γ2SaaS Γ2EdTech Γ1Enterprise Software Γ1Future of Work Γ1LegalTech Γ1Logistics & Supply Chain Γ1Media & Entertainment Γ1
Investments Β· showing 60 of 101
founders shown can be your intro pathGoodShip provides a platform for freight transportation procurement and management, unifying systems for RFPs, carrier bidding, and network operations. It serves shippers and freight companies seeking to streamline procurement workflows and improve visibility across transportation networks.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaS
Ryan Soskin(Co-Founder and CEO)David Tsai(Co-Founder and CTO)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Chicago Ventures invest at?
- Chicago Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does Chicago Ventures focus on?
- Chicago Ventures focuses on Data & Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Healthtech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Mobility & Transportation, PropTech, SaaS.
- Where is Chicago Ventures located?
- Chicago Ventures is headquartered in Chicago, US.
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