Virginia Venture Partners
Government fundRichmond · Pre-Seed–Series A · 11 people tracked
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Investment thesis
VIPC works to grow and diversify Virginia's economy by investing in and accelerating innovation, commercialization, and entrepreneurship across the Commonwealth. As the operations arm of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority, it leads funding, infrastructure, and policy initiatives supporting Virginia-based technology entrepreneurs. It offers resources including funding, acceleration, mentoring, and support services to help launch and grow startups, operating alongside complementary regional, state, federal, and private-sector programs.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 11 people
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What they invest in
from 21 of 23 portfolio companiesHardware ×7Healthtech ×7AI & Machine Learning ×6Digital Health ×5Medical Devices ×5Robotics ×5Energy ×4Cleantech ×3
HQs:United States×19
Investments · 23 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 · 12025 · 12024 · 72023 · 32022 · 62008 · 119 dated
Avant Genomics is developing an automated platform for liquid biopsy sample preparation, using an enclosed fluidic cartridge and benchtop instruments that integrate DNA enrichment and purification for blood-based cancer detection.
BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesCharlottesville, US
Co-investorsTitletownTech
Agility Robotics develops and deploys humanoid robots for warehouse automation and logistics operations.
AI & Machine LearningHardwareLogistics & Supply ChainRoboticsSalem, US
Jonathan Hurst(Co-founder & Chief Robot Officer)inDamion Shelton(Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board)in
BoardBruce Leak(Director)inMatthew Ocko(Director)in
Co-investorsBig Brain HoldingsDCVC (Data Collective)HARPER COURT VENTURESManhattan Venture PartnersMFV PartnersNVentures+6 more
Applied Impact Robotics builds robotic systems for in-service inspection of crude oil storage tanks, allowing inspections without shutdowns or human entry into hazardous, sludge-filled tanks.
CleantechEnergyHardwareRoboticsAshburn, US
Fred Melvelle Briggs(Executive Officer, Director)James Arthur Nyquist(Executive Officer, Director)inJade West Garrett(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardNicholas John Andruschak(Director)in
Co-investorsChrysalixSoundboard Venture Fund
Canopie provides digital mental health support focused on preventing and addressing maternal perinatal health conditions.
Digital HealthFemTechHealthtechMental HealthWellness & FitnessFalls Church, US
Anne Wanlund(Executive Officer, Director)inSergiusz Paluch(Director)
BoardScott Sonnone(Director)
Co-investorsTechstars
Canopie provides digital maternal health care and mental health support for pregnant and postpartum people, combining clinical expertise with evidence-based interventions and community resources.
Digital HealthFemTechHealthtechMental Health
Co-investorsBeta BoomSymphonic CapitalTechstars
Card Isle develops internet-connected greeting card technologies including kiosks and printers that enable consumers to create personalized digital greeting cards.
Advanced ManufacturingConsumerE-commerceFintechHardwareRetail TechBlacksburg, US
David Henry(Executive Officer, Director)inStephan Sabo(Executive Officer, Director)inAdam Donato(Executive Officer, Director)in
Co-investorsTechstarsTemerity Capital Partners
Claros develops hardware and software for power delivery and management in data centers, aimed at increasing compute density and energy efficiency for AI applications.
CleantechEnergyHardwareTorrance, US
Co-investorsSystemiq CapitalGeneral Catalyst
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CORIT Medical develops a Class I single-use, handheld surgical device for inferior turbinate reduction, a procedure used to relieve nasal obstruction and improve breathing.
HealthtechMedical Devices
Co-investorsCentral Texas Angel Network
Grid develops uncrewed, long-range cargo aircraft ("Lifter") that carry heavy payloads over thousands of miles, operated as a distributed, autonomous mesh network managed by small ground teams.
Defense TechLogistics & Supply ChainRoboticsPalo Alto, US
Alex Kroll(Executive Officer)Chinmay Patel(Executive Officer)inArthur Paul Dubois Taine(Founder / Aerospace Engineering Leader)Arthur DuboisinBrandon Florian(Executive Officer, Director)in
Co-investorsBison VenturesCalibrate VenturesCommonweal VenturesGeodesic CapitalUbiquity VenturesAlumni Ventures
Happied provides offsite planning and team-building services for remote and hybrid teams, offering pre-packaged retreat options at global locations with dedicated planners, and year-round virtual team activities like games and wellness events.
Future of WorkSaaSWellness & FitnessWashington, US
Co-investorsHigh Street Equity PartnersTechstarsHearstLab
Kinometrix develops machine learning-based risk assessment tools for clinicians to identify patients at high risk of falls and prevent patient harm in healthcare settings.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDigital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesFort Belvoir, US
Co-investorsLighthouse Network Ventures LlcTechstars
LevelFields is an AI platform that monitors news and events for over 6,300 companies and sends automated alerts flagging events historically linked to stock price moves, helping investors generate event-driven trade ideas.
AI & Machine LearningFintechSaaSClemson, US
Andrew Einhorn(Executive Officer)in
Linebird develops drone-based systems for electric utilities, including the Osprey Nonconductive Payload System and an aerial ohmmeter for contact testing and health assessment of live transmission infrastructure.
EnergyHardwareRoboticsRichmond, US
Lee Corbin(Co-founder)inDavid Schul(Co-founder)inChase Coble(Co-founder)inMichael Beiro(Co-founder)in
Co-investorsLighthouse Network Ventures Llc
LLAMAWOOD delivers kiln-dried firewood with next-day service, professional stacking, and installation of log racks to homeowners in the Richmond, Virginia area.
ConsumerE-commerceLogistics & Supply ChainRichmond, US
Co-investorsLighthouse Network Ventures Llc
Luminoah is a medical technology company developing a connected enteral nutrition (tube feeding) system that combines a compact smart pump with a mobile app to track feeding data.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesCharlottesville, US
Neal Piper(Founder & CEO)inJoseph Neal Piper(Executive Officer, Director)Joseph Andrasko(Director)Brian Bergeron(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsLighthouse Network Ventures LlcSands Capital Ventures
Lynk provides on-demand consulting services blending market research, competitive analysis, and AI automation tools, serving businesses across technology, healthcare, finance, and e-commerce.
AI & Machine LearningB2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareFuture of WorkSector Agnostic
Co-investorsCapria VenturesGobi PartnersHemisphere Ventures LLCOne Way VenturesStarbridge Venture Capital Llc
Co-investorsAccel
Solideon is a manufacturing platform specializing in bespoke aerospace vehicle production, including custom-designed aircraft and components.
Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningCleantechHardwareRoboticsSpace TechDenver, US
Oluseun Taiwo(Founder & CEO)inJoel Ilfill(CTO)
Co-investorsACADEMY INVESTORCentre Street PartnersDellin InvestmentsMD One VenturesTechstarsVibe Capital+6 more
Tympanogen develops Perf-Fix, a gel patch system for nonsurgical eardrum (tympanic membrane) repair that replaces traditional tympanoplasty with a clinic-based procedure.
BiotechHealthtechMedical DevicesRichmond, US
Elaine Horn-Ranney(Executive Officer, Director)in
Co-investorsCitrine Angels
Wellthi is a financial platform that connects individuals with vetted financial advisors and creators to build financial confidence through guidance and tools.
AI & Machine LearningDigital HealthFintechSaaSWellness & FitnessWashington, US
Fonta Gilliam(Founder)in
Co-investorsRogue Womens FundTechstarsBlu Venture InvestorsZeal Capital Partners
Zeno develops nuclear batteries that convert heat from decaying radioisotopes into electricity for extended-duration applications in space and deep-sea environments where conventional power sources are inadequate.
Deep TechDefense TechEnergyHardwareSpace Tech
Tyler Bernstein(Founder & CEO)in
Co-investors7percent VenturesAIN VenturesBalerion Space VenturesBeyond Earth VenturesDCVC (Data Collective)Evolution VC Partners+11 more
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesClaros · innovationnewsnetwork.com · Jul 29, 2026
LevelFields · levelfields.ai · Jul 29, 2026
Avant Genomics · intelligence360.news · Jun 5, 2026
CORIT Medical · globenewswire.com · Apr 28, 2026
Lynk Global · datacenterdynamics.com · Mar 11, 2026
Grid Aero · aviationtoday.com · Feb 5, 2026
Luminoah · luminoah.com · Oct 8, 2025
Applied Impact Robotics · castleplacement.com · Sep 23, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Virginia Venture Partners made?
- Virginia Venture Partners has 23 tracked investments, including 7 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Virginia Venture Partners invest at?
- Virginia Venture Partners invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Virginia Venture Partners's typical check size?
- Virginia Venture Partners typically writes checks of $100K.
- What sectors does Virginia Venture Partners focus on?
- Virginia Venture Partners focuses on Biotech, Data & Infrastructure, Deep Tech, Energy, Enterprise Software, Hardware, Media & Entertainment, Medical Devices, New Materials, SaaS, Semiconductors.
- Where is Virginia Venture Partners located?
- Virginia Venture Partners is headquartered in Richmond, US.
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LionBird provides pre-scale capital and hands-on support to founding teams focused on improving healthcare through technology.
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