TDK Ventures
Corporate VCSan Jose · Seed–Growth · 57 people tracked
Investment thesis
TDK Ventures invests in tech startups pushing the boundaries of materials science to solve difficult problems in sustainable energy, advanced materials, and healthcare. The firm believes digital, energy, and environmental transformation can improve billions of lives. Beyond capital, TDK provides portfolio companies with validation, customer and channel access, manufacturing expertise, supply chain knowledge, and market insights to accelerate impact and deliver meaningful financial returns alongside transformational business opportunities for TDK.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 57 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 7 of 16 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×5Hardware ×3AI & Machine Learning ×2Energy ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1Biotech ×1Cleantech ×1Cloud Computing ×1
HQs:United States×3
Investments · 16 tracked
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AI & Machine LearningBiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical Devices
Eridu develops networking infrastructure optimized for artificial intelligence workloads. The company designs networking solutions to address the demands of AI systems that exceed the capabilities of existing infrastructure.
AI & Machine LearningCloud ComputingDeep TechHardwareSaratoga, US
Drew Perkins(CEO and founder)
actnano develops PFAS-free conformal coatings for electronic protection across automotive, consumer electronics, medical, and industrial applications. The company's Advanced nanoGUARD technology provides waterproof protection while maintaining signal integrity and regulatory compliance.
Deep TechNew Materials
AM Batteries develops Powder to Electrode dry coating technology for lithium-ion electrode manufacturing, reducing solvent use and energy consumption compared to traditional slurry methods. The technology targets battery manufacturers seeking to lower capital and operating costs while improving production efficiency.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechEnergyMassachusetts, US
Amperesand manufactures medium voltage solid-state transformers for critical power infrastructure, enabling faster deployment of power systems for AI data centers and industrial applications. The company's factory-built platform consolidates multiple electrical components to reduce installation time and space requirements.
Deep TechEnergyHardware
Brian Dow(Chief Executive Officer)Tommy Joyner(Sr. VP of Engineering)Marc Bouchet(Chief of Staff)Andrey Reznik(Chief Financial Officer)
Reliable power solutions for AI data centers
AI data center power delivery solutions
Aerospace company developing the Razor Crest Mk-1, a fully reusable medium-lift rocket designed to reduce launch costs significantly.
Next generation battery quality management platform
Predictive maintenance platform combining 24/7 equipment diagnostics and prescriptive digital reliability services to reduce downtime.
Metalenz develops metasurface optics technology for optical sensing in consumer and industrial devices. The company commercializes metalenses—miniaturized optical components that enable new sensing capabilities in smartphones, automotive systems, and medical devices.
Deep TechHardwareSemiconductors
Carbon capture technology that extracts battery-grade lithium from resource deposits using less water and lower costs than current methods.
Advanced thermal interface solutions for next generation AI computing
Climate technology company developing direct air capture technology to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
The Guild operated apartment hotels across U.S. urban markets, offering nightly accommodation in renovated floors of residential buildings combined with hotel-style amenities and technology. The company closed in 2023 after struggling to achieve profitability at scale.
Travel & Hospitality
Brian CarricoChris Herndon
Board seats · per SEC filings
what is this? ⓘ$10.2M raise · filed Jan 2026 · via Tina Tosukhowong
Inferred from directors named on each company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does TDK Ventures invest at?
- TDK Ventures invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What is TDK Ventures's typical check size?
- TDK Ventures typically writes checks of $5M.
- What sectors does TDK Ventures focus on?
- TDK Ventures focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Cleantech, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, Energy, Hardware, Healthtech, Medical Devices, New Materials, Robotics.
- Where is TDK Ventures located?
- TDK Ventures is headquartered in San Jose, US.
- Does TDK Ventures lead rounds?
- Yes, TDK Ventures leads investment rounds.
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