Method Capital
Venture capitalChicago · Series A–Series C · 6 people tracked
Investment thesis
Method Capital invests in non-linear paths to success driven by exceptional execution. The firm believes the Midwest represents a significant opportunity for venture capital, with rapid technology company formation in Chicago and other regional cities yet limited venture presence capable of leading Series A/B rounds. The firm leverages over 150 years of collective principal experience to identify and support portfolio companies while serving as rigorous stewards of investor capital.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 6 people
from the firm's websiteLon Chow joined Method Capital as a partner in September 2016 to focus on deal sourcing and portfolio oversight. He previously spent 18 years as a general partner at Apex Venture Partners investing in software companies, and earlier worked as a partner at Mercer Management Consulting developing growth strategies across technology and telecom sectors.
Bill Wolf manages Method Capital's operations and deal sourcing. He previously founded BW Capital, an alternative asset management firm, and worked as an investment banker at Salomon Brothers and William Blair, as well as in executive roles overseeing private investments at Henry Crown and Company and as principal at Talon Asset Management where he served as COO.
Chris Capps focuses on deal sourcing and portfolio company management at Method Capital. He was co-founder and CEO of KGC Capital overseeing investments and operations, and maintains active early-stage investment involvement in technology-enabled businesses with extensive global technology community networks.
Justin Smollar oversees Method Capital's management, financing, accounting and investor relations. He brings nearly two decades of real estate investment experience from roles at Helix Funds and Equity Office, where he participated in billions in acquisitions and dispositions. He is also an active technology advisor specializing in user experience and workflow.
Terry Diamond aids in sourcing and developing portfolio companies for Method Capital. He founded Talon Asset Management in 1981 and served as its chairman overseeing investment management across multiple strategies. Following Talon's acquisition by BNY Mellon in 2011, he became chairman of BNY Mellon Wealth Management in the Chicago region.
Jodi manages client engagement and general office operations. She previously worked at William Blair & Company for 16 years as an executive administrative assistant. She earned a BA from Wittenberg University.
Investments · 17 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathChicago-based digital advertising optimization platform using machine learning to improve ad viewability and ROI.
Chicago-based cloud SaaS platform helping municipalities reach and serve residents and businesses online.
Jacksonville, Florida-based software platform for managing internal and external product development with IP protection.
Chicago-based online vehicle warranty platform with transparent comparison shopping and credit union partnerships.
Chicago-based cloud HR platform for employee recognition and continuous performance feedback.
Dallas-based marketing technology platform that facilitates partnerships between consumer brands and music artists.
Chicago-based artificial intelligence analytics software company with a cognitive computing platform for litigation discovery and communication analysis.
Chicago-based office management platform offering cleaning services and procurement solutions.
Chicago-based international money remittance platform enabling fast transfers to Latin American countries.
Chicago-based fraud detection platform using machine learning to identify data breaches for banking institutions.
Chicago-based data mining and analytics company combining natural language processing and self-service business intelligence.
Chicago-based mobile marketplace connecting hourly workers with temporary job opportunities.
San Francisco-based SaaS platform for unified mobile marketing operations and campaign optimization.
Kansas City, Missouri-based data and systems security platform using blockchain and encryption technology.
Chicago-based loyalty and rewards platform for merchants integrated with credit card payments.
Chicago-based retail analytics platform providing receipt-level transaction data analysis for retailers and CPGs.
Chicago-based SaaS platform providing customizable employee wellness and engagement solutions for large employers.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Method Capital invest at?
- Method Capital invests at the Series A, Series B, Series C stages.
- What is Method Capital's typical check size?
- Method Capital typically writes checks of $1M – $10M.
- What sectors does Method Capital focus on?
- Method Capital focuses on AdTech, AI & Machine Learning, B2B Marketplaces, Data & Infrastructure, Fintech, GovTech, HR Tech, Marketing Tech, SaaS, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Method Capital located?
- Method Capital is headquartered in Chicago, US.
- Does Method Capital lead rounds?
- Yes, Method Capital leads investment rounds.
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