High Peak Ventures

High Peak Ventures, a venture capital firm based in New York City, New York, invests in early-stage technology startups, particularly focusing on fostering entrepreneurship in overlooked regions such as upstate New York. The firm was an integral part of the Village Ventures network, a collaborative initiative designed to consolidate resources and support for local venture capital funds across various regions. While specific metrics on funding, assets under management, or portfolio valuation for High Peak Ventures are not publicly available, the firm actively supported the startup ecosystem through initiatives like its annual "Peak Pitch" ski competition, which brought together over 100 investors and entrepreneurs for networking and pitching opportunities. The original High Peaks Ventures later evolved into Primary Venture Partners, which has seen notable exits including Mirror (acquired by Lululemon), Jet.com (acquired by Walmart), and Ticketfly (acquired by Eventbrite). The firm was founded in 2003 by Brad Svrluga.