Redbud VC
Venture capitalActively deployingColumbia · Pre-Seed–Seed · 15 people tracked
Investment thesis
Redbud VC believes the greatest driver of venture returns is founder resilience and selection of entrepreneurs strengthened by struggle. The firm invests in rare talent building generational technology companies regardless of pedigree or introduction path. The team brings operational expertise from building a $10 billion company in mid-Missouri and provides outsized support including over 500 introductions to investors, customers, and early hires, combined with direct mentorship from operators with deep scaling experience.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 15 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 6 of 50 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×4Healthtech ×2SaaS ×2Consumer ×1Digital Health ×1Direct to Consumer ×1E-commerce ×1Enterprise Software ×1
HQs:United States×2Canada×1
Investments · 50 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathRebulk provides software and computer vision technology to track and manage bulk material inventory across industries like agriculture, recycling, and logistics. The platform uses cameras, LiDAR, and AI to replace manual estimates and guesswork in managing stockpiles and transload operations.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSOlathe, US
Warren Wijaya Wang(Founder)inCole Robertson(Co-Founder and CTO)inWarren Wang(Co-Founder and CEO)
Asepha provides AI-powered automation solutions for pharmacies to automate routine administrative tasks like patient calls, prescription intake, and prior authorization workflows. The platform enables pharmacy staff to focus on clinical and patient care services while improving operational efficiency and revenue.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechToronto, CA
AI-powered agents that automate administrative work in pharmacies, enabling pharmacists to focus on patient care.
Celcy manufactures a smart oven and freezer appliance that autonomously cooks pre-loaded meals on a remote schedule, allowing users to prepare food without being physically present. It serves consumers seeking time savings and healthy meal options through automation technology.
ConsumerHardware
Reffie is an AI-powered platform that consolidates rental leads from multiple listing sites and property management systems into a single interface for property managers and leasing teams. The platform automates lead outreach via email, SMS, and messaging while providing real-time analytics on leasing performance and conversion metrics.
AI & Machine LearningPropTechSaaSLos Angeles, US
Bonfire provides merchandise design and fulfillment services for individuals, communities, nonprofits, and businesses.
Direct to ConsumerE-commerce
Trially uses AI and data science to match patients with clinical trials and accelerate trial recruitment. The platform targets research sites and trial sponsors seeking to reduce screening time and trial delays through HIPAA-compliant patient data analysis.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Kyle McAllister(CEO & Founder)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Redbud VC invest at?
- Redbud VC invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Redbud VC focus on?
- Redbud VC focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Redbud VC located?
- Redbud VC is headquartered in Columbia, US.
- Does Redbud VC lead rounds?
- Yes, Redbud VC leads investment rounds.
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