JetBlue Ventures
Corporate VCSeed–Series A · 7 people tracked
Investment thesis
SKY VC backs visionary companies reshaping travel and transportation through both enterprise solutions modernizing legacy infrastructure and frontier innovations like next-generation connectivity, automation, robotics, and quantum computing. The firm leverages deep industry expertise and a global network of aviation, logistics, and mobility partners to introduce portfolio companies to customers, facilitate pilot opportunities, and provide strategic guidance. The firm targets early-stage companies with clear applicability to the travel and transportation ecosystem, supporting founders with hands-on partnership and operational excellence across the value chain.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 7 people
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CEO of SKY VC with over 25 years of experience spanning aviation, technology, and innovation. She joined as Managing Director of Operations and Partnerships in 2018, was promoted to President in 2021, and now leads the firm's strategic vision and daily operations. Previously, she was part of Virgin America's founding team in 2004 and spent 14 years in senior leadership roles before leading the airline's $4 billion integration into Alaska Airlines.
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President of SKY VC responsible for overall company strategy, capital solutions planning, and portfolio company monetization support. With 18 years of experience in travel and transportation, she has served as CFO at Northvolt N.A. and Ohmium International, and as Senior Vice President at BBAM. She has raised over $4 billion in public and private equity and completed more than $11 billion in M&A transactions.
Managing Director of Investments with over 15 years of venture capital and startup experience. His portfolio companies have generated more than $4 billion in aggregate value, including two unicorn investments. He previously held investment roles at Cryptic Labs specializing in cybersecurity and Web3, and at Pegasus Tech Ventures focusing on enterprise SaaS, with operating experience at cybersecurity and AI platforms.
Managing Director of Operations & Partnerships at SKY VC who builds strategic partnerships and deployment opportunities for portfolio companies. He joined during the JetBlue Ventures era and previously worked on JetBlue's Corporate Strategy team managing a $150 million capital budget and leading company-wide initiatives. He also founded a travel entrepreneur venture focused on airport retail for business travelers.
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Principal of Operations & Partnerships who advances innovative thinking and startup solutions through the firm's partnership program. She has over 25 years of airline industry experience and has led four innovation sprints, sourced over 300 startups, and facilitated more than 30 proof-of-concept initiatives since joining the venture team in 2022.
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Principal on the Investments team responsible for sourcing, conducting due diligence, and analyzing potential investments. He joined as an Associate at JetBlue Ventures and has grown into his current role. Across his venture career, he has helped raise $150 million of LP capital and led diligence on 11 initial and follow-on investments.
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Senior Analyst on the Investments team who analyzes opportunities and conducts due diligence on emerging companies in the travel and transport industries. She joined as an Associate at JetBlue Ventures and was promoted to Senior Associate in 2024. Previously, she worked as an investment banking analyst at Nomura and Goldman Sachs in Private Wealth Management.
What they invest in
from 1 of 37 portfolio companiesEnterprise Software ×1Travel & Hospitality ×1
Investments · 37 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAI-powered corporate travel management platform for SMBs, acquired by Amex GBT in 2020.
Real-time travel data analytics and insights platform for providers to optimize pricing and revenue.
Develops scalable, sustainable fuel production technology to decarbonize aviation and ocean shipping.
Converts captured CO2 into carbon-negative synthetic fuels through proprietary AIRMADE™ technology.
Replaces static emails with dynamic, interactive experiences enabling customer action without leaving inbox.
AI and computer vision platform providing real-time visibility and control over aircraft turnaround operations.
Develops hybrid direct air capture technology that reduces CO2 removal energy costs by over 50%.
Artificial intelligence platform for flight operations, improving safety and efficiency for airlines.
Cloud-based sales, operations, and loyalty platform for ground travel operators, acquired by Busbud in 2022.
SKY VC (formerly JetBlue Ventures) is a corporate venture capital firm investing in early-stage companies that modernize travel and transportation infrastructure through enterprise and frontier technologies. The firm backs startups addressing digital infrastructure, connectivity, robotics, quantum computing, and related innovations across aviation, hospitality, and transportation sectors.
Enterprise SoftwareTravel & Hospitality
Enterprise blockchain infrastructure for trading real-world assets at scale.
Middle-mile air logistics provider offering two-day delivery at ground rates across the United States.
Develops modular, scalable battery solutions for electric aviation and other industries.
SaaS platform for airlines to optimize and manage product and revenue worth billions of dollars.
AI-powered customer experience platform unifying multiple channels into personalized conversations.
Cloud-based platform enabling fuel suppliers, airports, and airlines to plan and monitor fueling operations.
Developing electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft for safe, quiet, and affordable air travel.
Enterprise-grade digital wallet infrastructure and tokenization technology for Web2 and Web3 companies.
Machine learning platform providing detailed insights on potential flight delays.
Ground transportation booking platform aggregating local transportation options.
Conversational AI technology enabling travelers to resolve issues through automated chat and voice.
First AI as a service platform for enterprises to build AI into applications, acquired by SugarCRM in 2020.
Low-code browser extension allowing organizations to customize and automate web tools for productivity.
Digital connectivity platform between experience providers and resellers in tours and activities, acquired by Travel Curious in 2025.
Helps large enterprises achieve sustainability goals through high-integrity carbon credit portfolios.
Real-time bot detection and fraud prevention for web and mobile applications, acquired by F5 in 2019.
Cloud-based on-demand insurance platform enabling insurers to deploy new products quickly and cost-effectively.
Data intelligence platform for the global vacation rental market, acquired by OTA Insight in 2022.
One-stop marketplace for travelers to find customized travel recommendations.
Technology-enabled vacation rental manager for premium homes, acquired by Vacasa in 2021.
Uses generative AI to detect and prevent online synthetic fraud by mimicking fraudster behavior patterns.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does JetBlue Ventures invest at?
- JetBlue Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does JetBlue Ventures focus on?
- JetBlue Ventures focuses on Enterprise Software, Mobility & Transportation, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Sector Agnostic, Travel & Hospitality.
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