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Seed Round Capital

Venture capital

Houston · Pre-Seed–Seed · 12 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Seed Round Capital targets the deep-tech and dual-use technology landscape, investing in founders developing solutions to urgent, timely problems that existing alternatives cannot address. The firm emphasizes capital efficiency, technical validation, and coachability, seeking founders who can advance their technology meaningfully before the next funding round. Portfolio companies include carbon nanotube materials, radioisotopic power systems, frictionless gears, and autonomous maritime platforms. The investment approach provides mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, introductions to venture networks, and fundraising guidance tailored to the unique challenges of frontier technology development.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Seed
Check
$50K – $250K
HQ
Houston, US
Leads rounds
Follows
Instruments
Equity

Team · 12 people

from the firm's website
Austin Hill· Co-Founder and Managing Directorin

Serial entrepreneur with experience in distribution, contracting, real estate, and consumer goods, and former Army officer. He is an active investor in business plan competitions and helps facilitate entrepreneurship programs in Houston.

Brad Jenkins· Co-Founder and CEOin

Serial entrepreneur who founded six companies and exited four, including a legal-tech firm. He focuses on deep-tech and dual-use founders building technically complex products with defense or government-adjacent business models.

Ada Ryland· Early-stage Startup Strategistin

Founder trainer and startup strategist with expertise in customer development, business modeling, and lean methodology. She is a mechanical engineer with corporate and consulting experience who has worked with over 300 early-stage founders.

Alex Tkacovs· Digital Strategy & Growth Guruin

Digital strategy and performance marketing expert who has managed multimillion-dollar budgets generating substantial returns. He leads a team focused on helping businesses optimize their online initiatives across multiple regions.

Andrea Spirov· Principal, 'spired Marketingin

Strategic communications professional with 20 years of experience across consumer packaged goods, retail, energy, and media sectors. She is a StoryBrand Certified Guide with expertise in marketing and brand communications.

Chris McGraw· Founder, ExecFirein

Serial entrepreneur and strategic advisor who helps founders develop customer-centric, traction-driven business strategies. He has applied his expertise across B2B services, medtech, blockchain, and ecommerce sectors.

David Kelly· Growth Hacking and Email Marketing Expertin

Startup entrepreneur and growth expert with experience managing multimillion-dollar marketing budgets and launching successful scaling initiatives. He has advised numerous fast-growing startups on marketing and revenue growth strategies.

Feras Mousilli· Startup Law, Technology Transactions, and Intellectual Propertyin

Law partner specializing in technology company counsel and intellectual property matters. He previously served as senior counsel at major tech companies and is a registered U.S. patent attorney.

Mark Henderson Leary· Certified EOS Implementerin

Growth strategist and executive coach specializing in business purpose, culture, and process. He is a lifelong entrepreneur and hosts a podcast on entrepreneurial leadership development.

Mark Susman· Media Production & Communicationsin

Experienced broadcast and corporate communications producer with credits on award-winning PBS documentaries. He owns a TV and film production company and specializes in commercial 360 VR photography.

Melanie Bell· Co-Founder, Strategic Piecein

Co-founder of a B2B revenue growth consulting firm focused on customer experience optimization. She is an active angel investor and mentor at university accelerator programs.

Stacie Shaw· Founder, Pitch Deck Firein

Founder of an early-stage pitch strategy and design agency. She coaches founders on pitch deck development and storytelling to help them raise capital and secure customer traction.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does Seed Round Capital invest at?
Seed Round Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
What is Seed Round Capital's typical check size?
Seed Round Capital typically writes checks of $50K – $250K.
What sectors does Seed Round Capital focus on?
Seed Round Capital focuses on Deep Tech, Defense Tech, Space Tech.
Where is Seed Round Capital located?
Seed Round Capital is headquartered in Houston, US.
Does Seed Round Capital lead rounds?
Seed Round Capital typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.

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