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Learn which startups Greater Colorado Venture Fund invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. Marc Nager).
Key people at Greater Colorado Venture Fund.
Howdy Partners, formerly Greater Colorado Venture Fund, provides initial institutional capital to entrepreneurs in Colorado's overlooked regions. The firm backs high-caliber founders across AI, outdoor recreation, and ag-tech. It employs a relationship-first investment model, emphasizing authentic connections and long-term partnerships. This approach cultivates resilient companies and strong outcomes via collaboration.
Established in 2018, Howdy Partners was co-founded by Cory Finney and Marc Nager, with Jamie Finney as a Venture Partner. Cory Finney brought experience from SnowGate and Kokopelli Capital. Marc Nager contributed expertise from Startup Weekend and fostering global communities. Their insight recognized talent outside urban centers.
The firm invests in founders building companies aligned with community values within Colorado's rural markets. Howdy Partners provides vital validation and momentum, enabling scaling while preserving distinct identities and local roots. Its vision proves exceptional returns stem from strong relationships and purpose-driven businesses thriving in diverse contexts.
Howdy Partners, formerly Greater Colorado Venture Fund, provides initial institutional capital to entrepreneurs in Colorado's overlooked regions. The firm backs high-caliber founders across AI, outdoor recreation, and ag-tech. It employs a relationship-first investment model, emphasizing authentic connections and long-term partnerships. This approach cultivates resilient companies and strong outcomes via collaboration.
Established in 2018, Howdy Partners was co-founded by Cory Finney and Marc Nager, with Jamie Finney as a Venture Partner. Cory Finney brought experience from SnowGate and Kokopelli Capital. Marc Nager contributed expertise from Startup Weekend and fostering global communities. Their insight recognized talent outside urban centers.
The firm invests in founders building companies aligned with community values within Colorado's rural markets. Howdy Partners provides vital validation and momentum, enabling scaling while preserving distinct identities and local roots. Its vision proves exceptional returns stem from strong relationships and purpose-driven businesses thriving in diverse contexts.
Key people at Greater Colorado Venture Fund.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2026 | BiteZen | $300K Seed | — | Dr. Arash Hakhamian DDS FICD FICOI FIADFE, Howdy Partners |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Agile Space Industries | $17.0M Series A | Caruso Ventures, Howdy Partners | Cortado Ventures, Denver Ventures, J. Christopher Moran, Veteran Ventures |
| May 6, 2024 | BettrData | $2.2M Seed | Adam Burrows | SaaS Ventures |
| Jan 1, 2024 | ScaleIP | $2.0M Seed | Cory Finney | First Rays Venture Partners, Comeback Capital, Seed Round Capital, Tunitas Venture |
| Jun 1, 2023 | Agile Space Industries | $13.0M Seed | Dan Caruso | Airbus Ventures, Lockheed Martin Ventures, Cory Finney, Greenline Ventures |
| Feb 23, 2022 | Iron-IQ | $3.5M IQ - Series A | Ascent Energy Ventures | SCAPE |
