How many investments has Emblem55 made?

Emblem55 has 6 tracked investments.

What stage does Emblem55 invest at?

Emblem55 invests at the Seed, Series A, Growth stages.

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Seed–Growth · 2 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Emblem55 operates as a generalist across private markets, deploying capital opportunistically wherever it identifies the best risk-adjusted returns rather than within a traditional fund structure or fixed time horizon. It invests across venture, growth equity, private credit, real assets, and co-investment opportunities. The firm emphasizes a relationship-driven approach, leveraging a network of experienced founders, operators, family offices, and institutional partners to source differentiated deal flow and add value beyond capital. Partnerships with family offices and institutional investors enable collaboration and deal sharing, with many of its best opportunities flowing through the Emblem55 network directly.

Invests inAgTech Consumer Crypto & Web3 Cybersecurity Data & Infrastructure Direct to Consumer E-commerce Fintech Future of Work Healthtech InsurTech LegalTech SaaSSector AgnosticUnited States

Source: firm website, verified Sep 20, 2026.

Stage

Seed–Growth

Instruments

Equity · Debt

Founded

2021

Tracked investments

Team · 2 people

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Scott Bernstein· Co-Founder· United States

A Chicago financial-sector veteran who has worked at firms including BMO Harris Bank, Citadel, and Northern Trust, and later spent time at a Series A venture firm, held C-suite roles at early-stage companies, and founded a startup. He is a Kauffman Fellow and a St. Louis '40 Under 40' honoree.

Brandon Pevnick· Co-Founder

An entrepreneur and investor with a background in institutional investing on behalf of endowments, foundations, and family offices, who focuses on identifying market inefficiencies and supporting disruptive entrepreneurs.

What they invest in

from 2 of 6 portfolio companies

Consumer ×2Direct to Consumer ×1E-commerce ×1Hardware ×1IoT ×1Sports Tech ×1

HQs:United States×2

Investments · 6 tracked

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Bird Buddymybirdbuddy.com in 𝕏

Bird Buddy makes a smart bird feeder with a built-in camera (Nature Cam Pro) that captures 2K video and photos and uses AI to recognize bird species, paired with a mobile app that lets users view and share bird activity in their garden.

ConsumerHardwareIoTKalamazoo, US

Franci Zidar(Chief Executive Officer)inKyle Buzzard(Director)in Tom Vodopivec(Chief Operating Officer)inMichael Dietz(Chief Technology Officer)inBenjamin Kumalic(Vice President of Growth)in Henrik Fuglsang(Vice President of Supply Chain)in

Co-investorsBacked Boscarol d.o.o.Fundamental Ventures General Catalyst Protagonist Silicon Gardens +2 more

Stix Golfstix.golf 𝕏

Stix designs and sells golf clubs with a minimal, all-black aesthetic aimed at recreational golfers who want premium-feeling gear at a mid-range price.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceSports TechSt. Charles, US

Gabriel Coyne(Executive Officer, Director)Gabe Coyne(Founder)Brandon Pevnick(Director)Michael Tolkson(Executive Officer)Josh Smith(Director)Kyle Buzzard(Director)

Co-investorsVerance Capital

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

EmpowermewellnessMinimalist golf clubsSenior living healthcare platformSmart bird feeder

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Emblem55 made?: Emblem55 has 6 tracked investments.
What stage does Emblem55 invest at?: Emblem55 invests at the Seed, Series A, Growth stages.
What sectors does Emblem55 focus on?: Emblem55 focuses on AgTech, Consumer, Crypto & Web3, Cybersecurity, Data & Infrastructure, Direct to Consumer, E-commerce, Fintech, Future of Work, Healthtech, InsurTech, LegalTech, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.