Divergent Capital
Venture capitalNew York · Pre-Seed–Seed · 3 people tracked
Also known as DIVERGENT CAPITAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC
Investment thesis
Pre-seed lead investor for deeply technical AI, biotech, climatetech and infrastructure startups, offering female operator-led go-to-market expertise and structured fellowships to source technical-founder deal flow.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from public directories
What they invest in
from 1 of 1 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×1Biotech ×1Medical Devices ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 1 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathCoherence develops neurotechnology systems that measure and modulate brain activity to treat cancer and other neurological diseases.
AI & Machine LearningBiotechMedical DevicesSan Francisco, US
Ben Woodington(Co-founder & CEO)Elise Jenkins(Co-founder & CTO)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Divergent Capital invest at?
- Divergent Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is Divergent Capital's typical check size?
- Divergent Capital typically writes checks of $250K – $1M.
- What sectors does Divergent Capital focus on?
- Divergent Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Deep Tech, Fintech, Hardware, Healthtech, Robotics.
- Where is Divergent Capital located?
- Divergent Capital is headquartered in New York, US.
- Does Divergent Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, Divergent Capital leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamKatie Shea, Co-Founder and Partner at Divergent Capital shares Her Angel Investing Journey
VITALIZE Venture Capital · Katie Shea
Katie Shea reveals How Divergent Capital Will Reach It’s Peak
VITALIZE Venture Capital · Katie Shea
The Journey from Operator to Investor with Katie Shea, Managing Partner at Divergent Capital
VITALIZE Venture Capital · Katie Shea
Katie Shea of Divergent Capital talks about startup financing
Kruze Consulting · Katie Shea · youtube.com
#33 - Katie Shea (Managing Partner @ Divergent Capital)
ConfluenceVC: The VC Operating Playbook · Katie Shea
Co-investors · 26
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