Darco Capital
Family officePhiladelphia · Seed–Growth · 3 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Darco Capital invests in founders building transformative businesses across climate technology, deep technology, consumer products, fintech, artificial intelligence, and enterprise software. The founder leverages operational experience in scaling real estate platforms and managing alternative assets to advise portfolio companies on go-to-market strategy, fundraising, team building, and sales execution. The office prioritizes community engagement and impact alongside financial returns.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 54 of 70 portfolio companiesConsumer ×29Direct to Consumer ×14FoodTech ×10E-commerce ×8SaaS ×8Advanced Manufacturing ×7Enterprise Software ×7AI & Machine Learning ×6
HQs:United States×39United Kingdom×1
Who they back
founder profiles across 34 portfolio companiesFounding team size:solo founder×172 founders×103 founders×44+ founders×3
Where their founders studiedfrom 40 founders with education data
Harvard Business School ×5The Wharton School ×4Massachusetts Institute of Technology ×2The Johns Hopkins University ×2The University of Texas at Austin ×2University of Colorado Boulder ×2
Where their founders worked beforefrom 43 founders with career history
Aurora ×2Goldman Sachs ×2Harlem Capital Partners ×2Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment ×2ICV Partners, LLC ×2McCombs School of Business ×2McKinsey & Company ×2Philadelphia 76ers ×2
Accelerator rootsportfolio companies that came through a program
3 founders hold a PhD · 11 hold an MBA (of 42 with degree data)
Investments · 70 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2025 · 12024 · 12022 · 32018 · 12017 · 12015 · 18 dated
Boston, US
Michael A. R. Wilson(Mr. Wilson is the Co-Chief Executive Officer of the Issuer.)inChristopher Maguire(Mr. Maguire is a President of the Issuer.)Charles A. Brizius(Mr. Brizius is the Co-Chief Executive Officer of the Issuer.)
1confirmation is an early-stage venture fund that backs founders working on decentralization of the web.
Crypto & Web3
Nick Tomaino(Founder)in
Co-investorsHaystackRuna CapitalPropel Venture Partners
American Harvest is an organic vodka brand distilled in Idaho using organic soft winter wheat and water from the Snake River Plain aquifers.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerIdaho, US
Co-investorsACE & Company
Beach Whiskey produces flavored whiskey products including Island Coconut, Cinnamon Bonfire, and Summer in a Can varieties.
ConsumerFoodTechIndianapolis, US
Charles S. Trout(Executive Officer)
BoardWilliam Bush(Director)Andrew McGinnis(Director)Brian Kevin Turner(Director)Kevin Reilly(Director)
BeatBox makes flavored party punch beverages and runs an ambassador program for fans to promote the brand.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTechAustin, US
Aimy Steadman(Executive Officer, Director)inJustin Fenchel(Executive Officer, Director)inMatthew Meehan(Director)
Biomeme develops a mobile molecular testing platform that brings laboratory-grade PCR diagnostics to the point of need, serving clinical partners and organizations that need real-time detection of biological threats and diseases.
BiotechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesPhiladelphia, US
Max Perelman(President & Chief Executive Officer)inMarc DeJong(Executive Officer, Director)Jesse vanWestrienen(Executive Vice President of Products)inMarc DeJohn(Executive Officer, Director)inJesse van Westrienen(Executive Officer, Director)Chris Woods(Chief Medical Officer)in
Co-investorsNextFab VenturesRobin Hood VenturesMicroVentures
BoxGroup is an early-stage investment firm that backs startups at the earliest stage, with portfolio companies including Cursor, Ramp, Baseten, Clay, Plaid, and Ro.
David Tisch(Founder)in
An online apparel storefront that directs visitors to its main site (BungeeUSA.com) to view its clothing collections.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce
ButterflyMX provides a property access and security platform that connects video intercoms, access control, and security cameras through a single system.
HardwarePropTechSaaSNew York City, US
Cyrus Claffey(Founder & Executive Chairman)in
Co-investorsEgis Capital PartnersFifth WallFTV CapitalJMI EquityLead Edge CapitalRiverPark Ventures+2 more
Caffeinated Capital is a venture firm that leads seed and Series A rounds and continues to invest through the life of technology companies.
Sector AgnosticSan Francisco, US
Raymond Tonsing(Partner)in
Carversteak is a 13,500-square-foot luxury steakhouse by Carver Road Hospitality at Resorts World Las Vegas, serving dry-aged American cuts and Japanese-certified Wagyu with a cocktail, wine, and whiskey program.
ConsumerFoodTechLas Vegas, US
Daniel Ontiveros(Executive Chef)
Co-investorsFeenix Venture Partners LLC
Casadonna is an Italian-inspired waterfront restaurant in Miami's Edgewater neighborhood, developed by Groot Hospitality and Tao Group Hospitality, serving Riviera-style Italian cuisine with signature handcrafted dishes and an extensive wine and cocktail program.
ConsumerMiami, US
ALBA creates Italian-inspired lifestyle and dining experiences that blend cosmopolitan style with coastal vibrancy.
ConsumerFoodTech
CobiWillAdamJulian
An additive manufacturing supplier that delivers 3D printing solutions and services to customers across various industries.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDefense TechHardwareAustin, US
Dawne Hickton(Chair, CEO & President)inBill Freyvojel(Chief Commercial Officer)Johnathan Chen(Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer)inMike Celardo(Chief Technology Officer)Bobby Goldsberry(Chief Operating Officer)in
Darco Spirits is a spirits company founded to challenge and reshape the traditional beverage industry.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
David Adelman(Founder)in
Daring makes 100% plant-based chicken products with a short ingredient list, sold at retailers and offered to restaurants for their menus.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Co-investorsStray Dog Capital
Dropps makes enzyme-powered laundry and dish cleaning products, including detergent pods and odor-eliminating additives, using biobased formulas free of harsh chemicals and plastic-free paperboard packaging.
Circular EconomyConsumerDirect to ConsumerElk Grove Village, US
Jonathan Propper(Director)inAlastair Dorward(Executive Officer)in
BoardAndrew Brickman(Director)Todd Sandler(Director)Elio Leoni Sceti(Director)inJonathan Miller(Director)in
Co-investorsThe Craftory
Fanatics is an online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise, selling jerseys, apparel, headwear, collectibles, and team gear across leagues including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA, MLS, Formula 1, and NASCAR.
ConsumerE-commerceSports Tech
Michael Rubin(Founder)in
Co-investorsAndreessen HorowitzG SquaredInsight PartnersLakeside CapitalPrysm CapitalSoftBank Vision Fund+5 more
Fleetzero designs and retrofits commercial vessels with battery-electric propulsion systems to decarbonize ocean shipping.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechEnergyHardwareRoboticsHouston, US
Steven Henderson(Founder)inMike Carter(Founder)inSteven H(Founder)
Co-investorsObvious VenturesBreakthrough Energy VenturesCantos VenturesMaersk GrowthY Combinator8090 Industries+1 more
Flowcode provides a platform for brands to create and manage digital connections through QR codes, personalized URLs, and mobile experiences that link offline touchpoints to digital ecosystems.
AdTechEnterprise SoftwareMarketing Tech
Tim Armstrong(Founder)in
Co-investorsRaptor GroupDurable Capital PartnersFoxhaven
FS Investments is a U.S. middle-market focused alternative asset manager offering private markets investment solutions across private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and multi-asset strategies.
FintechSector Agnostic
Philadelphia, US
Rafael Ilishayev(Founder)inYakir Gola(Founder)in
Co-investorsA-Rod CorpAccelAlpha PartnersHeadlineHeadline Growth Management, LLCPalm Tree Crew Investments+3 more
Happy Howl makes human-grade, shelf-stable dog food that is slow-cooked and steam-pressure sterilized to stay fresh for up to two years without refrigeration or preservatives.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceDoylestown, US
Colin Buckley(Founder)
Co-investorsRed Sea VenturesVisible Ventures
Harlem Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups, with a stated focus on backing diverse founders.
Sector Agnostic
Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) is a sports and entertainment company that owns and operates sports franchises, brands, venues, and investment platforms, including the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, and the Prudential Center.
Media & EntertainmentSports Tech
Josh Harris(Co-founder)inDavid Blitzer(Co-founder)
Good Man Brand sells menswear including tees, hoodies, pants, shorts, sneakers, loafers, and accessories, made from materials such as organic cotton jersey.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceSeattle, US
Ciara Wilson(Director)Russell Wilson(Director)inChristine Day(Executive Officer, Director)Monica Stevenson(Executive Officer)inNancy Richardson(Executive Officer)inScott Pickett(Executive Officer)
Jackpocket is a licensed third-party lottery courier app that enables users to order official state lottery tickets via smartphone.
ConsumerFintechMarketplacesNew York, US
Peter J. Sullivan, III(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardAdam Rothstein(Director)
Co-investors7GC & CoBullpen CapitalCerity Partners VenturesConductive VenturesDCM VenturesDigital Currency Group+13 more
Lightyear provides software solutions to improve B2B telecommunications operations, addressing inefficiencies in a largely static industry.
Data & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSaaSNew York City, US
Ryan Schrack(Founder)inDennis Thankachan(Founder)in
Co-investorsAmplo VenturesContraryLudlow VenturesRidge VenturesZigg Capital
Living Carbon develops precision-bred tree varieties and reforestation techniques to convert marginal land into carbon-sequestering ecosystems.
Advanced ManufacturingAgTechBiotechClimate TechSan Francisco, US
Maddie Hall(Founder)in
Co-investorsCongruent VenturesFloodgateHomebrewJuniperLOWERCARBONLowercarbon Capital+8 more
Lobos 1707 produces a line of tequilas and mezcal, including Joven, Reposado, Añejo, and Extra Añejo expressions, all finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.
ConsumerDirect to Consumer
Diego Osorio(Founder)in
Co-investorsBlack Jays VenturesTorch Capital
Manna Tree Partners is a growth-stage venture capital firm that invests $25M-75M in companies across supply chain focus areas with connections to human health.
ConsumerLongevityWellness & Fitness
Margaux designs and sells women's luxury footwear with a focus on comfort, offering multiple widths and inclusive sizing (EU 33 to 45).
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceNew York, US
Sarah Pierson(Co-founder)inAlexa Buckley(Co-founder)inWalter W. Buckley III(Director)Todd Sandler(Director)
Co-investorsFeenix Venture Partners LLC
Maroo is a billing and invoicing platform for freelancers and small service businesses, offering features like automated client invoicing, payment processing, CRM functionality, and 1099 tax form generation.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSNew York City, US
Alex Nikityuk(Founder)inAndrei Riaskov(Founder)inAnja Winikka(Founder)in
Co-investorsY Combinator
Mission OG is a venture capital firm that invests in high-growth B2B technology companies driving digitization of the economy, focusing on fintech, data, and AI-driven technologies.
Moov builds payments infrastructure software that enables businesses to embed payment processing capabilities into their products through direct connections to major payment networks.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
Wade ArnoldinRobert Smith(Founder)in
Co-investorsAndreessen HorowitzCommerce VenturesAbstract VenturesB3 CapitalCurql Collective, LLCGradient Ventures+5 more
Muse Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in consumer technology companies focused on how people care, play, and live.
AI & Machine LearningConsumerDigital Health
Neutral produces dairy products with measured and offset carbon footprints.
AgTechClimate TechFoodTechPortland, US
Matt Plitch(Founder)Lawrence Plitch(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsBreakthrough Energy VenturesGlobal BrainCollaborative FundKirin HoldingsMark Cuban CompaniesShorewind Capital
Ollie provides personalized fresh dog food recipes crafted by chefs and food scientists, paired with health monitoring services that analyze dog wellness indicators to optimize nutrition and health outcomes for pet owners.
ConsumerFoodTechNew York, US
Nick StaffordinDan Ciporin(Director)Alexandre Douzet(Executive Officer, Director)Steve Marton(Director)
BoardBenjamin Sun(Director)
Co-investorsARC Angel FundCanaan PartnersCorrelation VenturesFelicis VenturesInterplay Ventures Early Stage Management LlcLerer Hippeau+3 more
Jackpot.com operates a mobile app and website that let players buy and access national and state lottery games digitally, with services licensed in New York and New Jersey.
ConsumerGamingMarketplacesMedia & Entertainment
Akshay K. Khanna(Founder)inYariv Ron(Founder)in
Co-investors359 CapitalAUDEO VENTURESAurumBettor CapitalPROOFRaptor Group+3 more
OSARO designs AI-powered robotic systems for warehouse automation and fulfillment.
AI & Machine LearningLogistics & Supply ChainRoboticsSan Francisco, US
Derik Pridmore(Executive Officer, Director)inMichael Kahane(Executive Officer, Director)in
BoardScott Banister(Director)
Co-investorsAAF Management Ltd.Acorn Pacific VenturesAlpha Intelligence CapitalComcast VenturesCompoundGiTV, Inc.+6 more
Palm Tree Crew is an investment firm that backs brands and platforms disrupting consumer markets.
ConsumerDirect to Consumer
Myles Shear(Founder)in
Co-investorsAntiArrington CapitalArrington XRP Capital
PlayerData builds GPS athlete-tracking hardware — including FIFA Quality Certified wearable trackers and a GPS-enabled training ball — paired with cloud-based analytics that give coaches performance insights for training, injury prevention, recruitment, and gameday tactics.
AI & Machine LearningHardwareSports Tech
Co-investorsHiro Capital
Prolific Machines licenses an optogenetics platform that adds light-based control to cell line development and GMP biomanufacturing, letting biopharma teams retrofit existing bioreactors and hosts to raise titers and manufacture complex molecule formats.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechEmeryville, US
Maximilian HörnerinMax Huisman(Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder)inDeniz Kent(Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder)inDeniz Kent, Ph.D.(Founder)inDeclan Jones(Founder)inShahram Misaghiin
Co-investorsBaruch Future VenturesBreakthrough Energy VenturesMayfield FundSolari CapitalShorewind CapitalSOSV+1 more
REGENT designs and manufactures Seaglider wing-in-ground-effect aircraft for regional coastal transportation and defense logistics, offering high-speed zero-emission travel between coastal cities and military applications.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechDefense TechHardwareMobility & TransportationSpace TechNorth Kingstown, US
Billy Thalheimer(Founder)inMichael Klinker(Founder)in
Co-investorsFounders FundAurum Venture PartnersFuture Planet CapitalGlobal BrainGraph VenturesKohala Ventures+15 more
Co-investorsBreakthrough Energy Ventures
Remora builds customized websites optimized for organic search to help car dealerships increase traffic and convert online shoppers into sales.
AdTechMarketing TechSaaSJacksonville, US
RISE Brewing Co. produces canned nitro cold brew coffee and dairy-free oat milk lattes in flavors such as black, vanilla, mocha, and salted caramel.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech
Grant Gyesky(Founder)in
Co-investorsElizabeth Street VenturesOregon Venture FundWinklevoss Capital
Rubi uses enzymes to capture CO2 and convert it into cellulose, producing textile materials through a carbon-negative process that avoids extraction and biodegrades at end-of-life.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechNew MaterialsAlameda, US
Neeka Mashouf(Executive Officer, Director)inLeila Mashouf(Executive Officer, Director)in
BoardDaria Hosseinyoun(Director)Rohini Finch(Director)
Co-investorsAxial VCCapitalXClimacticCollaborative FundNecessary VenturesTalis Capital
Rubi develops biotechnology solutions for sustainable manufacturing in the fashion and textiles industry.
BiotechCleantechClimate TechNew MaterialsSan Francisco, US
Neeka Mashouf(Co-founder)inLeila Mashouf(Co-founder)in
Co-investorsAP VenturesClimacticCollaborative FundJuniperNecessary Ventures
Michael Schulson is a chef and restaurateur who owns the Schulson Collective, a portfolio of restaurants across Philadelphia, Miami, and New York offering diverse cuisines from Japanese izakaya to Italian steakhouses and Mediterranean dining.
ConsumerFoodTechPhiladelphia, US
Michael Schulson(Chef and Restaurateur)
Settle provides a platform that consolidates procurement and accounts payable for consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, enabling them to manage purchases, track spending, and pay vendors.
ConsumerE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSan Francisco, US
Nish Samantray(Co-Founder)Greg Davidson(CEO & Co-Founder)Alek Koenig(Founder)in
Co-investors1/1 CapitalActivant CapitalBetter Tomorrow VenturesData Point CapitalEvolution VenturesNextGen Venture Partners+9 more
Co-investorsKarlani Capital
Co-investorsA-Rod Corp
Stimulus is a relationship-intelligence platform that consolidates an organisation's vendor and supplier data (vendor masters, AP exports, contracts, intake forms) into a single sourced record showing each relationship's history and status.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareSaaSPhiladelphia, US
Tiffanie Stanard(Executive Officer, Director)inKathryn Finney(Director)
Co-investorsBlack OperatorREFASHIOND VenturesThe BFM Fund
Sun European Partners LLP is an independent advisory firm that provides consulting services to Sun Capital Advisors regarding its non-U.S. portfolio companies and selected U.S. portfolio companies.
Enterprise SoftwareBoca Raton, GB
Co-investorsTarget Global
Treez provides automation software for cannabis retailers that reduces manual work in order management and invoice processing.
SaaS
Co-investorsARC Angel FundSalveo CapitalWGD Capital, L.P.Long Ridge Equity Partners
Underdog Fantasy offers a sports predictions and betting product where users make picks on team outcomes, spreads, totals, moneylines, and parlays for entry amounts from $1 to $2,000.
ConsumerGamingSports Tech
Jeremy Levine(Founder & CEO)in
Co-investors305 VenturesAcies InvestmentsBackwards CapitalMantis CapitalNight CapitalPROOF+4 more
Virta Health offers a personalized nutrition program and digital health platform to help people reverse type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Digital HealthHealthtechSan Francisco, US
Sami Inkinen(Founder)in
Co-investorsBronze InvestmentsChamaeleonGreat Oaks Venture CapitalNFXObvious VenturesPlayground Global+5 more
Zero Bond operates a members-only social club in New York City that hosts business, cultural, media, political, health, and sports leaders and innovators.
SocialNew York, US
Co-investorsRosecliff Ventures
Exits · 2
IPOs and acquisitions across the tracked portfolioPortfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesStimulus · govtschemes.org · Sep 10, 2026

Flowcode · aijourn.com · Sep 3, 2026

Margaux · kalkine.ca · Aug 27, 2026
Settle · prnewswire.com · Aug 18, 2026
Underdog · awfulannouncing.com · Jul 31, 2026
Palm Tree Crew · centricbrands.com · Jun 29, 2026
Rise Brewing · bevnet.com · Jun 29, 2026
Maroo · morningstar.com · Apr 7, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Darco Capital made?
- Darco Capital has 69 tracked investments, 3 of which have exited via acquisition or IPO, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Darco Capital invest at?
- Darco Capital invests at the Seed, Growth stages.
- What sectors does Darco Capital focus on?
- Darco Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Climate Tech, Consumer, Deep Tech, Enterprise Software, Fintech, SaaS.
- Where is Darco Capital located?
- Darco Capital is headquartered in Philadelphia, US.
- Who does Darco Capital co-invest with?
- Darco Capital most often shares deals with Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Y Combinator, PROOF, among 149 tracked co-investors.
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Breakthrough Energy, founded by Bill Gates, backs innovators developing affordable, reliable, and clean energy technologies, investing across manufacturing, electricity, agriculture, transportation, and buildings.
Sharp Alpha is an early-stage venture firm providing equity capital and strategic support to companies building products tied to consumers' competitive spirit. It also offers non-dilutive growth capital that funds customer acquisition costs, repaid as acquired cohorts generate revenue.
IA Ventures is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage software and frontier technology companies.
Revolution is an investment firm that has backed founders, communities, and ideas for over two decades, spanning venture capital, entrepreneurship advocacy, and real estate and hospitality investments.
Prefix Capital is an early-stage venture firm that invests in deep technology companies.
Construct Capital is an early-stage venture capital firm backing founders rebuilding foundational industries such as manufacturing, logistics, defense, and energy.
Alpaca VC is a venture capital firm that invests early and supports companies over the long term, focused on what it calls the Aquarius Economy.
Northpond Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Bethesda, Maryland that invests in life sciences, technology, and related sectors.
Duro VC (DVC) is an early-stage venture firm run by former founders and operators that invests in software companies from pre-seed through pre-IPO, having deployed over $110M across 225+ startups.
Krillion Ventures is a Miami-based venture capital fund investing in early-stage technology companies in healthcare, financial services, and real estate.
Firms observed investing alongside Darco Capital, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with Darco Capital's recorded portfolio.
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