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Learn which startups Kickstart invests in, what size check sizes they write, and who their partners are (e.g. Gavin Christensen).
Kickstart is a venture capital firm providing pre-seed and seed-stage funding to early-stage SaaS companies. Operating as a foundational capital partner, it primarily invests in the Mountain West region. Kickstart strategically deploys capital and offers active founder support, aiming to accelerate growth and build robust operational frameworks for its portfolio companies.
Gavin Christensen founded Kickstart in 2008, identifying a critical need for dedicated seed-stage investment in the Mountain West. He recognized a significant financing gap for startups outside traditional tech hubs amidst economic uncertainty. This insight established Kickstart as a pioneering capital provider; Alex Soffe and Dalton Wright joined as founding partners, further solidifying its leadership.
Kickstart primarily serves early-stage founders and their SaaS ventures across the Mountain West. Its vision centers on cultivating a thriving entrepreneurial landscape, building successful companies that attract investment and generate regional economic impact. The firm aims to be a cornerstone in developing a vibrant, sustainable tech economy within its target markets.
Key people at Kickstart.
Kickstart is a venture capital firm providing pre-seed and seed-stage funding to early-stage SaaS companies. Operating as a foundational capital partner, it primarily invests in the Mountain West region. Kickstart strategically deploys capital and offers active founder support, aiming to accelerate growth and build robust operational frameworks for its portfolio companies.
Gavin Christensen founded Kickstart in 2008, identifying a critical need for dedicated seed-stage investment in the Mountain West. He recognized a significant financing gap for startups outside traditional tech hubs amidst economic uncertainty. This insight established Kickstart as a pioneering capital provider; Alex Soffe and Dalton Wright joined as founding partners, further solidifying its leadership.
Kickstart primarily serves early-stage founders and their SaaS ventures across the Mountain West. Its vision centers on cultivating a thriving entrepreneurial landscape, building successful companies that attract investment and generate regional economic impact. The firm aims to be a cornerstone in developing a vibrant, sustainable tech economy within its target markets.
Key people at Kickstart.