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The Artemis Fund

Venture capitaloperating company · company profile

Houston · Pre-Seed–Seed · 21 people tracked

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Investment thesis

The Artemis Fund backs category-defining founders building technology aimed at strengthening the financial resilience of families and businesses. Its stated focus is on creating pathways to wealth, mobility, and long-term economic resilience. The firm positions itself as a hands-on partner that works alongside founders to help realize their vision, and it publishes research and playbooks drawn from its data-driven approach. The firm closed its $36M Fund II in 2024.

Source: firm website, verified Sep 26, 2026.

Stage
Pre-Seed–Seed
Check
$1.5M
HQ
Houston, TX, US
Leads rounds
Follows
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2019
Tracked investments
35

Team · 21 people

from the firm's website & curated & public directories
Elizabeth Leykum· Founder, Serenade Capitalin

Founder of Serenade Capital and Artemis advisory board member.

Adell Hudson· Venture Fellow

Venture Fellow, University of Virginia 2028.

Junwen (Kevin) Ying· Venture Fellow

Venture Fellow, University of Virginia 2028.

Natalia Sofia Rooks· Venture Fellow

Venture Fellow, Virginia Commonwealth University 2026.

Susan Keating· CEO, Board Risk Committeein

Artemis advisory board member with board risk committee experience.

Founder mafia

3 people who came through The Artemis Fund went on to found or lead other companies.

What they invest in

from 20 of 35 portfolio companies

SaaS ×9Consumer ×5E-commerce ×5Healthtech ×5Fintech ×4Retail Tech ×4Wellness & Fitness ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3

HQs:United States×17

Who they back

founder profiles across 15 portfolio companies
53%
solo founders
8 of 15 mapped founding teams
44%
repeat founders
of 18 founders with career history
~3.5 yrs
old at investment
median across 8 dated deals

Founding team size:solo founder×82 founders×33 founders×4

What their founders studiedfrom 14 founders with field-of-study data

Business & Management ×5Engineering ×3Finance & Accounting ×2

Where their founders worked beforefrom 18 founders with career history

Blessed Boutique, Women's Designer Clothing & Accessories ×2

Accelerator rootsportfolio companies that came through a program

Techstars ×4

Investments · 35 tracked

founders shown can be your intro path

By year:2025 · 42024 · 32023 · 12022 · 32021 · 22020 · 114 dated

HelloDivorcehellodivorce.comin𝕏Seed · Sep 2022 · $3M

Hello Divorce offers hourly divorce mediation, with mediators who work with both parties to reach agreements that comply with state rules and avoid court.

ConsumerLegalTechMarketplacesSaaSAlameda, US

Erin Levine(Founder)in

Board seatLeslie Goldman Tepper· per SEC Form D

Co-investorsAlumni VenturesCitrine AngelsEvolution VC PartnersHouston Angel NetworkJosephine CollectiveLightbank+2 more

Avela Healthavelahealth.com

Avela Health provides virtual autism evaluations and therapy for children, teens, young adults, and their families, with services delivered by Master's or doctoral-level clinicians via video.

Digital HealthHealthtechMental Health

Co-investorsFounders NetworkGingerbread CapitalMontage VenturesRethink Education

Brijbrij.aiin𝕏

Brij provides AI-powered rebate management software that enables brands to launch receipt-based discount campaigns through a digital concierge model.

AdTechAI & Machine LearningConsumerE-commerceMarketing TechRetail TechSaaSNew York City, US

Kait Stephens(Co-founder)inZack Morrison(Co-founder)inKaitlin Stephens(Executive Officer, Director)

BoardFRANCISCO NUNES(Director)in

Co-investorsBright Pixel CapitalLakehouse Venture PartnersLorimer VenturesAtento CapitalForum VenturesRed Bike Capital+1 more

Builders Patchbuilderspatch.comin𝕏Seed · Jan 2024

Builders Patch is a software platform for managing the multifamily housing finance process, covering deal application intake, document organization, due diligence, in-context communication among deal parties, AI-generated deal documents and reports, and asset management.

FintechPropTechSaaSMount Kisco, US

Kanan Ajmera(Founder)

Co-investorsUrban InnovationTenOneTen VenturesThird Sphere

CNotemycnote.comin

CNote is a cash management and fixed-income investing platform that channels deposits and investments into mission-driven financial institutions such as CDFIs, MDIs, and low-income designated banks and credit unions.

FintechImpact & Social Good

Catherine Berman(Founder & CEO)in

Co-investors37 AngelsAmerican Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social ImpactAstiaBand of AngelsBankTech VenturesBerkeley Angel Network+12 more

Comprehensivecomprehensive.ioin𝕏Feb 2025 · $4M

Comprehensive provides AI-powered compensation analytics and benchmarking software for managing employee pay, equity, and pay equity analysis.

AI & Machine LearningHR TechSaaSSan Francisco, US

Roger Lee(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)inTeddy Sherrill(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)in

Co-investorsFloodgateInspired CapitalJude GomilaSoma Capital8VCAccess Industries+14 more

DressXdressx.comin𝕏Mar 2023 · $15M

DRESSX builds an AI suite for fashion, including virtual try-on, AI Twin creation, and AI styling tools that let shoppers see garments on themselves before buying.

AI & Machine LearningE-commerceRetail Tech

ShapovalovaDaria Shapovalova(Founder)inNatalia Modenova(Founder)in

Co-investorsAlpha EdisonHartmann CapitalOne Way VenturesUnlock Venture PartnersGreenfieldRed Dao+5 more

Gemist Enjoy The Workgemist.ioinJun 2025 · $6M

Gemist provides technology solutions for online jewelry retailers, offering customizable user experiences and tools designed to increase customer engagement and sales conversion.

E-commerceRetail TechSaaSLos Angeles, US

Madeline Fraser(Founder + CEO)inAnup Murarka(Co-Founder + CTO)inMarc Jacheet(Director)

BoardJulie Henley McNamara(Director)

Co-investorsEntrada VenturesHawke VenturesInterlock CapitalJosephine CollectiveTribes VenturesCollide Capital

Goodfyndgoodfynd.comin𝕏Dec 2020

Goodfynd provides marketing, payments, and management software built for food trucks and mobile food vendors, helping them handle employees, schedules, events, and customer growth.

FintechFoodTechSaaSBrooklyn, US

Sofiat Abdulrazaaq(Executive Officer, Director)

Co-investorsAccionAperture Venture CapitalBlack Tech Nation VenturesLighthouse Network Ventures LlcValor VenturesAccion Venture Lab

Goodmylkgoodmylk.co

Goodmylk makes plant-based milk products, including almond milk, formulated without preservatives or gums.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerFoodTech

Brooke Rewa(Founder)

Co-investorsChicago Early Growth Ventures (CEGV)Connetic VenturesGreen Circle Foodtech VenturesHalogen Ventures Management Company LlcRareBreed VenturesSustainable Food Ventures+1 more

HopSkipDrivehopskipdrive.comin𝕏

HopSkipDrive operates a marketplace and software platform connecting students and other individuals needing support to vetted caregivers for transportation, while providing school districts with tools like RouteWise AI to optimize their transportation operations.

B2B MarketplacesEdTechLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationSaaSLos Angeles, US

Carolyn Yashari Becher(Founder)inJoanna McFarland(Founder)inJanelle McGlothlin(Founder)in

BoardGreg Bettinelli(Director)in

Co-investors1843 CapitalAlumni VenturesBascom VenturesBBG VenturesBuilders + BackersDisney Accelerator+13 more

Max Retailmaxretail.comin𝕏May 2024 · $15M

Max Retail is a retail technology platform that enables independent retailers to convert excess inventory into cash by connecting them directly with shoppers.

B2B MarketplacesE-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainMarketplacesRetail TechSaaSNorth Palm Beach, US

Melodie van der Baan(Co-Founder & CEO)inMorgan Bodstrom(Co-Founder & CHRO)inDamon Ciarelli(Co-Founder & R&D Lead)in

Co-investorsM13OpenSky VenturesOverlineRethink ImpactStand Up VenturesTechstars+3 more

Naborforcenaborforce.comin𝕏Seed · Aug 2022 · $9M

Naborforce connects older adults and their families to a vetted network of community members (Nabors) who provide caregiving support, companionship, and assistance.

B2B MarketplacesFuture of WorkHealthtechWellness & FitnessRichmond, US

Paige Wilson(Founder and CEO)Kelly Johnson(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardEric Hsia(Director)inTania Grant(Director)in

Co-investorsClaritas CapitalTechstarsThird Act VenturesTransLink Capital

Reelistreelist.comin𝕏Dec 2024

Reelist automates social media recruitment campaigns for hiring teams, sourcing and qualifying candidates from platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, then delivering them directly to ATS systems like Teamtailor.

AdTechHR TechMarketing TechSaaSNorfolk, US

Catherine Schuck(Executive Officer, Director)Sean Worden(Executive Officer, Director)

BoardStephanie Campbell Doran(Director)

Co-investorsCore Venture CapitalTechstarsArtemis FemaleCore Innovation CapitalRedbud VC

Salvo Healthsalvohealth.comin𝕏Seed · Feb 2025 · $5M

Salvo Health provides virtual specialty care for people living with chronic conditions, starting with digestive and gut health.

Digital HealthHealthtechWellness & FitnessNew York, US

Jeffrey Glueck(Executive Officer, Director)

BoardEmily Melton(Director)inRachel Parlier(Director)

Co-investorsAlumni VenturesBasecamp FundCity LightImpact VenturesManchesterStory Group, LLCThreshold Ventures+4 more

SimpliFedsimplifed.usinSeed · Feb 2025 · $4M

SimpliFed provides a maternal health operating system delivering virtual care and support for parents during pregnancy, postpartum, and baby feeding.

Digital HealthFemTechHealthtechIthaca, US

Andrea Ippolito(Executive Officer, Director)in

BoardCat Hernandez(Director)Stephen Bruso(Director)

Co-investors3CC | Third Culture CapitalElizabeth Street VenturesTBD AngelsThe Venture CollectiveWaterline VenturesCultivation Capital+1 more

The Good Patchthegoodpatch.comin

The Good Patch makes wearable patches designed to support wellness and beauty, including sleep improvement and stress relief.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerHealthtechWellness & Fitness

Betsy ScanlaninKelly Brockin

Co-investorsRelevance VenturesRed Bike Capital

The Host Co.thehost.coin𝕏Seed · Mar 2022 · $1.9M

TheHost provides a storefront platform for vacation rental hosts to offer amenities, local services, and add-on experiences to guests, generating additional revenue through in-home shopping, late check-outs, and curated local vendor services.

E-commerceMarketplacesPropTechTravel & HospitalityOakland, US

Co-investorsHearstLabTechstarsUntapped Capital

U Nestunest.coin𝕏

UNest offers custodial investment accounts that let families save and invest for their children, with tax-advantaged contributions starting at $25 a month and a choice of eight investment options.

ConsumerFintechNorth Hollywood, US

Ksenia Yudina(Founder)inFrank Mastrangelo(Director)inMike Van Kempen(Director)Garrett Gilbertson(Director)

Co-investors500 GlobalBand of AngelsDFJ DragonFundDraper DragonExpert DOJOPasadena Angels+3 more

Work&workandsolutions.cominJul 2021

Work& designs, builds, and manages dedicated lactation and wellness rooms for corporate workplaces.

FemTechFuture of WorkHR TechWellness & FitnessHouston, US

Abigail Marks Donnell(Executive Officer, Director)Abbey Donnell(Founder)inJules Lairson(Co-Founder)in

Co-investorsAggie Angel NetworkAlumni VenturesClaritas CapitalJosephine CollectiveTexas HALO Fund

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

Made With Love WellnessAtronousDimaxEverygeneGemistGoddess of the HuntKnovaPalomaPayverseReelRollCreditsTempestUNestUpgradeVody

Rows marked “SEC filing” are inferred from directors named on the company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.

Portfolio news

latest coverage across their companies

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has The Artemis Fund made?
The Artemis Fund has 35 tracked investments, including 5 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does The Artemis Fund invest at?
The Artemis Fund invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
What is The Artemis Fund's typical check size?
The Artemis Fund typically writes checks of $1.5M.
What sectors does The Artemis Fund focus on?
The Artemis Fund focuses on Consumer, E-commerce, Fintech, Healthtech, Sector Agnostic.
Where is The Artemis Fund located?
The Artemis Fund is headquartered in Houston, US.
Does The Artemis Fund lead rounds?
The Artemis Fund typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
Who does The Artemis Fund co-invest with?
The Artemis Fund most often shares deals with Alumni Ventures, Techstars, Josephine Collective, among 91 tracked co-investors.

Media · Podcasts & interviews

featuring the team

Ep 281 Funding Women through the Artemis Fund with Co-founder Stephanie Campbell

She Angels Series - Invest In Her · Stephanie Campbell

Images

The Artemis Fund photo

Co-investors · 10

The Venture Collective

The Venture Collective (TVC) is a venture capital firm that invests in and supports a portfolio of startups across sectors such as energy and consumer products.

$100K – $500K
ManchesterStory Group, LLC

ManchesterStory is an early-stage venture firm investing in technology companies across insurance, financial services, and healthcare, connecting entrepreneurs to strategic capital and industry relationships.

Both backed · 2
Threshold Ventures

Threshold Ventures is a venture capital firm that partners with founder-led companies at inflection points of breakout growth, engaging early and providing hands-on advice during moments of market transformation.

Both backed · 1
$500K – $20M
Torch Capital

Torch Capital is a venture capital firm that combines investing, operating, and business-building experience to help entrepreneurs build category-leading companies.

Both backed · 1
$750K – $1.5M
City Light

City Light is an impact-focused investment firm that partners with experienced teams to build scalable companies addressing challenges in education, safety and care, and the environment.

Both backed · 1
$1M – $6M
Human Ventures

Human Ventures is a venture capital firm and startup studio based in New York City that invests in consumer technology companies at the pre-seed through Series A stages, focusing on emerging market categories.

Both backed · 1
$250K – $500K
Owl Capital

Owl Capital is an investment firm run by experienced entrepreneurs and investors who leverage their network to support portfolio companies, citing a track record of 10 IPOs, 26 M&A exits, and over 600 financings.

Both backed · 1
FINTOP Capital

FINTOP Capital is a venture firm run by former fintech founders and operators who invest in and support early-stage fintech companies rewiring financial services.

Fabric VC

Fabric VC is a venture capital firm that invests in mission-aligned founders and startups, and facilitates community through connector events to reshape the venture capital ecosystem.

Northwestern Mutual Accelerator

The corporate venture capital arm of insurer Northwestern Mutual. It writes checks from the seed stage through Series B.

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