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Key people at Juvo Ventures.
Juvo Ventures was founded in 2018 by Maia Sharpley (Co-Founder and Managing Partner).
Juvo Ventures operates as a venture capital firm with a distinct focus on early-stage companies within the education technology, healthcare talent systems, and future of work sectors. As a double bottom line investor, the firm strategically backs technology-enabled businesses that demonstrate both financial promise and significant societal impact. Its investment thesis centers on identifying and supporting ventures poised to drive innovation and transformation across critical human capital domains.
The firm was established in 2019, emerging from the unique sponsorship of Western Governors University, a non-profit higher education institution. This affiliation underpins Juvo Ventures’ operational model, stemming from an insight into the profound need for accessible and effective solutions in education and workforce development. The collaboration provides a strategic lens for identifying impactful opportunities and entrepreneurs who align with this mission.
Juvo Ventures targets entrepreneurs developing scalable solutions that address pressing challenges in learning and labor markets. The firm’s vision extends beyond mere capital provision, aiming to foster an ecosystem where innovative technologies can thrive and contribute meaningfully to societal progress. It seeks to empower portfolio companies to reshape how individuals acquire skills, access opportunities, and engage in the evolving global economy.
Juvo Ventures was founded in 2018 by Maia Sharpley (Co-Founder and Managing Partner).
Juvo Ventures operates as a venture capital firm with a distinct focus on early-stage companies within the education technology, healthcare talent systems, and future of work sectors. As a double bottom line investor, the firm strategically backs technology-enabled businesses that demonstrate both financial promise and significant societal impact. Its investment thesis centers on identifying and supporting ventures poised to drive innovation and transformation across critical human capital domains.
The firm was established in 2019, emerging from the unique sponsorship of Western Governors University, a non-profit higher education institution. This affiliation underpins Juvo Ventures’ operational model, stemming from an insight into the profound need for accessible and effective solutions in education and workforce development. The collaboration provides a strategic lens for identifying impactful opportunities and entrepreneurs who align with this mission.
Juvo Ventures targets entrepreneurs developing scalable solutions that address pressing challenges in learning and labor markets. The firm’s vision extends beyond mere capital provision, aiming to foster an ecosystem where innovative technologies can thrive and contribute meaningfully to societal progress. It seeks to empower portfolio companies to reshape how individuals acquire skills, access opportunities, and engage in the evolving global economy.
Key people at Juvo Ventures.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2023 | PAIRIN | $4.1M Debt / Series B | — | ETF@JFFLabs, New Markets Venture Partners, Potencia Ventures |
| Dec 27, 2022 | Eduvanz | $12.6M Series B Extension | — | — |
| Jul 12, 2022 | APDS | $7.0M Series C | Ralph Taylor-Smith, Mark Grovic | Converge, ECMC Group, Partnership Fund for New York City, Rethink Education, Strada Education Network |
| Jun 1, 2022 | Cinematic Health Education | $4.0M Series A | Sean K. Brown, Richard Segal | Rethink Capital Partners, Bryan Meehan |
| Jul 20, 2021 | NewCampus | $2.5M Seed | Maia Sharpley | Pavan Katepalli, 27V, 500 Startups, M Venture Partners, SOSV, Zanichelli Venture |
| Jan 7, 2021 | Voxy EnGen | $6.8M Series A | — | American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, Maryland Momentum Fund, Rethink Education, The Social Entrepreneurs' Fund |
