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§ Venture Capital · Palo Alto, CA, USA
Venture fund investing in early-stage high-growth companies in consumer, technology, and real estate, open to everyday investors.
Elysium Venture Capital is a Sunnyvale, California-based venture fund and holdings company that sources, invests in, and operates early-stage technology, consumer, and real estate startups. The firm broadens venture capital access by allowing individual investors to participate with minimum contributions starting at $499, while targeting a total fund size of up to $75 million. Operating with a three to seven-year investment horizon, the organization focuses on high-growth technology sectors including artificial intelligence, blockchain, financial technology, and software-as-a-service. Elysium leverages a global network of 20 seed and early-stage venture capital firms that collectively manage over 1,000 active investments, including notable technology companies such as Uber, Google, and Pinterest. The investment firm was established by co-founders Peter Xu, Nikolai Oreshkin, and Garrett Green to support international startup founders expanding their operations into the United States market.
Key people at Elysium Venture Capital.
Elysium Venture Capital was founded in 2017 by Nikolai Oreshkin (Founder & Managing Partner).
Elysium Venture Capital is a global investment management group focused on identifying and nurturing high-growth technology companies, primarily in early to growth stages. Their mission centers on partnering with exceptional management teams to commercialize innovative technologies, accelerate growth, and create long-term value across sectors such as AI, fintech, blockchain, SaaS, and consumer tech. They emphasize a disciplined, data-driven investment philosophy combined with strategic guidance and extensive network access to maximize portfolio company success. Elysium’s impact on the startup ecosystem is significant, as they not only provide capital but also mentorship, market access, and operational support, particularly bridging opportunities across North America, Europe, and Asia[3][5][6].
Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, Elysium Venture Capital was established by industry veterans with deep experience in technology and healthcare investments. The firm evolved to focus on global technology opportunities, leveraging its founders’ expertise and networks to support startups in disruptive sectors. Over time, Elysium has expanded its geographic reach and investment scope, now actively investing in pre-seed through growth-stage companies and fostering cross-border integration to accelerate innovation and market entry[1][3][5].
Elysium Venture Capital rides the wave of rapid technological transformation driven by AI, blockchain, and deep tech innovation. The firm’s timing is critical as these sectors mature and global demand for advanced technologies grows. Market forces such as the rise of AI hardware infrastructure, increasing data transmission needs, and the expansion of Web3 and metaverse technologies favor Elysium’s investment thesis. By facilitating cross-border collaboration and providing startups with strategic resources, Elysium influences the broader ecosystem by accelerating the commercialization of foundational technologies and enabling startups to scale internationally[1][2][3].
Looking ahead, Elysium Venture Capital is poised to deepen its focus on AI, deep tech, and blockchain sectors, capitalizing on emerging trends like AI hardware breakthroughs and Web3 adoption. Their influence is likely to grow as they continue to bridge ecosystems across continents, helping startups navigate complex global markets. The firm’s commitment to hands-on support and strategic partnerships positions it well to shape the next generation of technology leaders, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for innovation and global tech integration[1][2][3]. This forward momentum ties back to their foundational mission of empowering visionary entrepreneurs to build transformative technologies with global impact.
Elysium Venture Capital has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $20.0M Series A in Betr in August 2022.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2022 | Betr | $20.0M Series A | — | Abstract Ventures, BITKRAFT Ventures, Bond, Gradient Ventures, Pareto Holdings, Paul Heydon, Braxton Berrios, David Grutman, Deirdre Bigley, Desean Jackson, DEZ Bryant, Ezekiel Elliott, Gary Barber, Mark WAN, Richard Sherman, Roger Ehrenberg, Russell Galbut, Travis Scott, 305 Ventures, 8VC, Aliya Capital Partners, Anti Fund, FinSight Ventures, FJ Labs, Saxon Baum, Fuel Venture Capital, Gaingels, Magic City Casino, Moving Capital, Palm Tree Crew, Riverside Ventures, Simplebet, Stronach Group, TampaBay.Ventures |
| Nov 1, 2021 | Narrative BI | $1.0M Seed | — | Team8, TPY Capital, Cynthia PHITOUSSI, DAN Adika, Adventures LAB, Digital Future, FinSight Ventures, Joint Journey |
| Oct 1, 2018 | Knack | $2.0M Seed | Precursor Ventures, Jeff Vinick | Emergence Capital, Felicis Ventures, Inovia Capital, Uncork Capital, Alex Sink, Douglas Feirstein, TOM Dibenedetto, Arizona State University Enterprise Partners, Bisk Ventures, PAR |
Key people at Elysium Venture Capital.
Elysium Venture Capital was founded in 2017 by Nikolai Oreshkin (Founder & Managing Partner).