Zenda
Venture capitalMiami · Pre-Seed–Series A · 14 people tracked
Also known as Zenda One
Investment thesis
Zenda is an operator-led early-stage venture firm that invests in founders modernizing traditional industries, particularly how money and goods flow across the economy. The team draws on experience founding and exiting B2B companies in fintech, software, commerce, and education, and emphasizes deep, hands-on involvement with founders from day one — often before a company has revenue, product, or a website. It backs startups applying vertical AI and software to sectors such as logistics, transportation, and fintech, frequently taking board roles and providing honest guidance, network access, and operating support rather than transactional capital.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 14 people
from the firm's website
What they invest in
from 8 of 17 portfolio companiesLogistics & Supply Chain ×5SaaS ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3Fintech ×3Developer Tools ×2Enterprise Software ×2B2B Marketplaces ×1Data & Infrastructure ×1
HQs:United States×5Mexico×1
Investments · 17 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAssistiv Labs provides browser-based tools that let web developers, QA engineers, designers, and accessibility specialists test their products on real assistive technologies (such as screen readers) across platforms.
Developer ToolsDigital HealthSaaSWhite Salmon, US
Andrew Hedges(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Weston Thayer(Founder)
Cargado operates a digital marketplace connecting freight brokers and carriers for cross-border freight movements between Mexico, Canada, and the United States.
B2B MarketplacesLogistics & Supply ChainSaaSChicago, US
Matt Silver(Co-founder)Rylan Hawkins(Co-founder)Matthew Silver(Executive Officer, Director)
BoardBrad Svrluga(Director)
Accounting and financial solutions for doctors in Brazil
Cypress provides a testing framework and automation tools for developers to build and test web applications more efficiently and reliably.
AI & Machine LearningDeveloper ToolsSaaSAtlanta, US
Dockware uses computer vision and AI to automatically capture shipment dimensions, condition, and identifiers, creating digital twins that integrate into logistics workflows.
AI & Machine LearningLogistics & Supply Chain
Transforming global trade compliance for brands and customs brokers
Nova Credit aggregates global credit bureau data, bank transaction data, and payroll information to help lenders assess borrowers and provide fairer access to credit for underserved populations including international newcomers, gig workers, and others traditionally excluded from the financial system.
Data & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareFintechNew York City, US
Misha Esipov(Founder/CEO)inLoek Janssen(Cofounder)
Parts management for hardware teams across engineering, supply chain, and R&D
SmartHop provides software tools for trucking fleet operators to manage load booking, dispatch, and operations across spot market and contract freight.
Logistics & Supply ChainSaaSMiami, US
Guillermo Garcia(Founder)Miguel Sucre(Co-founder)
AI-powered autonomous underwriting worker for contingency fee law firms
Tally provides an AI system that audits logistics operational data using graph-based retrieval and agentic audits to surface missed charges and inconsistencies before they become disputes or lost margin.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechLogistics & Supply Chain
Justin Young(CEO and Co-Founder)Towns Agnew(COO and Co-Founder)
Startup backed by Zenda before it had revenue, product, or a website; led by co-founder and CEO Akash Nandi.
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companiesCypress Io · thedefensepost.com · Jul 17, 2026
Nova Credit · businesswire.com · Nov 18, 2025
Dockware · cortado.ventures · Nov 5, 2025
Cargado · freightwaves.com · Apr 7, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Zenda invest at?
- Zenda invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Zenda's typical check size?
- Zenda typically writes checks of $500K – $1.5M.
- What sectors does Zenda focus on?
- Zenda focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Fintech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Mobility & Transportation, SaaS.
- Where is Zenda located?
- Zenda is headquartered in Miami, US.
- Does Zenda lead rounds?
- Yes, Zenda leads investment rounds.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamE85: Creando un fondo de inversión en Estados Unidos. Zenda Capital. Esteban Reyes
10ampro · Esteban Reyes
Invertir en VC con tasas de interés elevadas | Esteban Reyes | Zenda VC
Levantando Podcast · Esteban Reyes
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