Dakota Venture Group
Venture capitalGrand Forks · Pre-Seed–Series A
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Investment thesis
Dakota Venture Group focuses on identifying and supporting high-growth ventures across the United States, with particular emphasis on fostering innovation and economic growth in the Midwest. As a student-run fund, it applies expert analysis, due diligence, and strategic capital allocation while offering University of North Dakota students practical experience shaping investment decisions. Over its multi-decade history involving hundreds of students, DVG has built a diverse portfolio and positions itself around early-stage and angel investing.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 12 of 16 portfolio companiesHealthtech ×5SaaS ×4Medical Devices ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Consumer ×2Digital Health ×2Energy ×2Enterprise Software ×2
HQs:United States×11
Investments · 16 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2016 · 12015 · 12 dated
Ambient Clinical develops Sepsis DART, a clinical monitoring platform that integrates with Epic, Cerner, and Meditech to identify sepsis patients and track SEP-1 bundle compliance in real time across care transitions.
HealthtechMedical DevicesSaaSRochester, US
Allen J. Berning(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Tim Kuebelbeck(Executive Officer)
BoardGreg Lea(Director)Brian Pickering(Director)
AngioInsight develops AI-driven diagnostic tools for earlier and more precise identification and management of coronary artery disease, serving clinicians and patients in cardiovascular healthcare.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Brahmajee Nallamothu(Co-Founder)Alberto Figueroa(Co-Founder, Chief Science Officer)inSerafin Samson(Co-Founder)
Buzz360 provides a voter CRM and campaign management platform that unifies voter, volunteer, and donor data with multi-channel outreach tools including a power dialer, text and email campaigns, and a canvassing app.
Data & InfrastructureGovTechSaaS
Lisa Schneegans(Founder)inKlaus Schneegans(Founder)in
Cartogram provides indoor wayfinding and navigation software for hospitals, enabling patients to find their way to appointments and departments through turn-by-turn directions delivered via mobile app, SMS, and interactive kiosks.
Enterprise SoftwareHealthtechSaaSKirkland, US
William Stryker Clausen(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardGary Rubens(Director)Steve Kondik(Director)
Co-investorsPortland Seed FundXRC
Bozeman, US
Norman Terrence Nybo(Executive Officer)Nybo Chad(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardGreg Gianforte(Director)David Vap(Director)
Edgewood Real Estate Investment Trust manages a portfolio of properties with over $2 billion in assets, providing shareholders with investment returns and regular financial reporting.
PropTechNorth Dakota, US
Fenworks operates competitive leagues and programs focused on esports and drone racing, delivered through an online platform.
Creator EconomyGamingGrand Forks, US
Kaleb Dschaak(Chief Executive Officer)inRobert Whiting(Executive Officer, Director)inMolly Hane(Executive Officer)inLane Oian(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardHeather McDougall(Director)Russel Crary(Director)
Co-investorsLLLP
Global Village produces curated books, digital platforms, and augmented reality content featuring regional innovators, partnering with marketing and PR agencies to identify and celebrate top performers in their markets.
Marketing TechMedia & EntertainmentSector Agnostic
Lice Clinics of America operates a network of clinics providing professional head lice treatment using the AirAllé device, which uses heated air instead of chemical treatments.
ConsumerHealthtechMedical Devices
Dale Clayton(Developer/Inventor)Dr. Krista Lauer(National Medical Director)Claire Roberts(CEO)
Packet Digital develops power systems and power management technologies for autonomous systems operating in air, sea, land, and space, including unmanned aircraft and solar products.
Deep TechDefense TechEnergyHardwareIoTRoboticsFargo, US
Terri Zimmerman(CEO)inAndrew Paulsen(CTO)inJeff Jonson(Director)Ronald Robson(Executive Officer)John, Dr. Cook(Director)Linda Pancratz(Director)
Seattle, US
Ryan Vogel(CEO)in
Co-investorsRobin Hood VenturesRockies Venture ClubSWAN Impact Network
SkySpecs provides data management and analytics software for renewable energy asset operators, helping them optimize maintenance and operational decisions for wind and solar installations.
AI & Machine LearningCleantechClimate TechEnergySaaSAnn Arbor, US
Daniel Ellis(President and CEO)David Roberts(CEO)Thomas Brady(CFO)Ryan Morton(Chief Technology Officer)inSamuel DeBruin(Chief Operational Officer)
BoardRichard Katz(Director)
Co-investorsCapital Midwest FundEvergy VenturesHuron River VenturesID VenturesInvest MichiganMcRock Capital+4 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
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Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesPacket Digital · unmannedsystemstechnology.com · Dec 4, 2025
SkySpecs · annarborusa.org · Mar 20, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Dakota Venture Group made?
- Dakota Venture Group has 16 tracked investments.
- What stage does Dakota Venture Group invest at?
- Dakota Venture Group invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Dakota Venture Group focus on?
- Dakota Venture Group focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Dakota Venture Group located?
- Dakota Venture Group is headquartered in Grand Forks, US.
- Who does Dakota Venture Group co-invest with?
- Dakota Venture Group most often shares deals with Capital Midwest Fund, Evergy Ventures, R/GA Ventures, among 13 tracked co-investors.
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