IPD Capital
Venture capitalAventura · Seed–Series B · 5 people tracked
Investment thesis
IPD Capital focuses on value-added venture capital by integrating intellectual property strategy with equity investments. The firm helps companies build patent picket fences around critical technologies, develop comprehensive IP strategies across patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, and in-license or acquire third-party IP assets to enhance business models and competitive positioning.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 5 people
from the firm's websiteFounder and CEO of IPD Analytics (established 2002), which provides patent, scientific, regulatory, and market analysis tools for healthcare and technology sectors. Previously founded Intellectual Property Development, Inc. in 1993 to acquire and commercialize patent rights, and practiced corporate and IP law in Miami. EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2020 Florida Award winner and board member of the Phillips Collection.
Former executive at Bank of America Merrill Lynch where he served as Chief of Staff and led major divisions including Americas Equity Sales and Research. Held chief analyst position in pharmaceutical research ranked among top institutional analysts. Also led cost reduction initiatives at major corporations and worked in investment banking and technology research at AT&T Bell Laboratories.
General Counsel and Director of Research with background in patent litigation and prosecution at Fish & Richardson P.C. and legal clerkship at the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. Holds law degree and engineering degrees, and previously worked as analyst at IPD Analytics and engineer at technology companies.
Investor with early-stage experience at CAV Angels and CAV Ventures investing in technology, healthcare, and consumer companies. Previously worked as operator in software and technology sector leading sales and business development at Bloomberg and Gartner. Holds MBA from Darden School of Business.
Analyst focused on due diligence, financial analysis, and industry sector research. Holds finance degree with economics minor from University of Miami where he was a student investment analyst. Previous experience includes private equity internship at a family office and wealth management role at Raymond James.
What they invest in
from 4 of 20 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×2Consumer ×2Healthtech ×2Circular Economy ×1Digital Health ×1Direct to Consumer ×1IoT ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 20 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAlitheon's FeaturePrint is an optical-AI technology that identifies and authenticates individual physical items by analyzing their inherent surface features without requiring labels, barcodes, or tags. The technology serves high-consequence industries including luxury goods, healthcare, automotive, aerospace, government, military, and electronics to prevent counterfeiting, track inventory, and ensure supply chain traceability.
AI & Machine Learning
The world's largest marketplace for searching and sampling architectural, design, and construction materials
At-home Botox treatments on your schedule
A digital pharmacy with health offerings such as telemedicine and mental-health services
Integrated chronic disease prevention and management platform using conversational artificial intelligence
Lark develops an AI-powered health coaching platform that delivers personalized support for chronic disease prevention and management through 24/7 text-based conversations and integration with smart health devices. The platform serves individuals seeking affordable, accessible care for chronic conditions.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtech
Julia Hu(Founder)
Optical machine vision software company
Owlet develops baby sleep monitoring devices and software that provide real-time wellness insights for infants. The company serves parents and families seeking to support their baby's wellbeing and development through professional-grade home monitoring technology.
ConsumerHealthtechIoTLehi, US
Accurate, real-time blood diagnostics at the point of care
Allbirds manufactures and sells sustainable footwear and apparel for men and women through direct-to-consumer channels.
Circular EconomyConsumerDirect to Consumer
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does IPD Capital invest at?
- IPD Capital invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does IPD Capital focus on?
- IPD Capital focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is IPD Capital located?
- IPD Capital is headquartered in Aventura, US.
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