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Kivu Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm, investing in Series A and B companies that develop novel products. The firm focuses on vertical artificial intelligence and AI infrastructure, seeking businesses with product-market fit and robust models. Their approach emphasizes identifying exceptional founders, compelling product roadmaps, and strong market traction.
Founded in 2019 by Seth Berman, a co-founder of Susa Ventures, Kivu Ventures was established to support entrepreneurs conceptualizing innovations yet to be imagined. Berman’s extensive venture capital background underpins the firm's strategy, combining deep operator networks with institutional discipline to foster emergent technologies.
Kivu Ventures partners with high-potential startups, offering beyond capital by providing access to experts, assisting in talent recruitment, and facilitating customer introductions. The firm’s vision is to empower category-defining operators, ensuring they have the resources and guidance to scale ventures and bring transformative technologies to fruition.
Kivu Ventures primarily invests in high-growth technology and innovation-driven companies across sectors such as enterprise software, artificial intelligence, fintech, healthcare technology, and sustainable solutions. We look for scalable business models and disruptive potential.
Kivu Ventures operates with a global perspective, strategically engaging with promising companies wherever innovation thrives. While we maintain a presence in key innovation hubs, our focus is on supporting exceptional founders and technologies worldwide.
Kivu Ventures typically invests in early-stage to growth-stage companies, including Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds. We partner with companies that have demonstrated initial traction and are poised for significant expansion and market leadership.
Kivu Ventures primarily invests in high-growth technology and innovation-driven companies across sectors such as enterprise software, artificial intelligence, fintech, healthcare technology, and sustainable solutions. We look for scalable business models and disruptive potential.
Kivu Ventures operates with a global perspective, strategically engaging with promising companies wherever innovation thrives. While we maintain a presence in key innovation hubs, our focus is on supporting exceptional founders and technologies worldwide.
Kivu Ventures typically invests in early-stage to growth-stage companies, including Seed, Series A, and Series B rounds. We partner with companies that have demonstrated initial traction and are poised for significant expansion and market leadership.
Kivu Ventures stands as a forward-thinking investment firm committed to identifying, nurturing, and scaling groundbreaking companies across various sectors. With a keen eye for innovation and a deep understanding of market dynamics, Kivu Ventures partners with visionary entrepreneurs who are building the solutions of tomorrow. Our mission extends beyond capital provision; we aim to be a strategic ally, offering guidance, network access, and operational expertise to help our portfolio companies achieve their full potential and drive meaningful impact.
At the core of Kivu Ventures' strategy is an investment thesis centered on scalable business models, disruptive technologies, and exceptional founding teams. We seek companies that demonstrate clear market fit, defensible intellectual property, and a path to significant growth. Our focus areas typically include, but are not limited to, enterprise software, artificial intelligence, fintech, healthcare technology, and sustainable solutions. We believe in the power of innovation to solve complex problems and create new markets, and we are dedicated to backing companies that embody this spirit. Our approach is collaborative, working alongside founders to navigate challenges, capitalize on opportunities, and build enduring value.
While specific portfolio companies are not detailed here, Kivu Ventures prides itself on a track record of identifying and nurturing businesses poised for significant market impact. We look for companies that are not just innovative but also possess the potential for long-term sustainability and leadership within their respective industries. Our commitment is to foster environments where creativity thrives and ambitious goals are realized, contributing to a vibrant ecosystem of technological advancement and economic growth.
Kivu Ventures was founded on the principle of empowering visionary entrepreneurs and fostering innovation. The firm's genesis stemmed from a collective passion among its founders to bridge the gap between groundbreaking ideas and the resources needed to bring them to fruition. Recognizing the transformative power of strategic capital and mentorship, Kivu Ventures was established to provide more than just funding; it was created to be a true partner in the entrepreneurial journey, guiding companies through critical growth stages with insight and dedication.
The Kivu Ventures team comprises seasoned investors, operators, and strategists with diverse backgrounds and extensive experience across various industries. Our professionals bring a wealth of knowledge in company building, market analysis, and strategic development. This collective expertise allows us to offer invaluable support to our portfolio companies, from product development and market entry to scaling operations and preparing for future funding rounds. We are a team united by a shared commitment to excellence and a deep belief in the potential of the entrepreneurs we back.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15, 2026 | Mytra | $120.0M Series C | Jamie Reynolds | Abstract Ventures, D. E. Shaw group, Seth Winterroth, Greenoaks Capital, Lineage Logistics, Liquid 2 Ventures, Offline Ventures, Promus Ventures, RyderVentures, Susa/Kivu Ventures |
| Jun 1, 2025 | HOPPR | $32.0M Series A | Greycroft, Seth Berman | Susa Ventures, Fortitude Ventures, Larry Cohen, Ph.D, Morningside Capital, PSG |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Plenful | $50.0M Series B | Mitchell Rales, Arena Holdings | Bessemer Venture Partners, First Row Partners, Chelcie Taylor, Notable Capital, Preston-Werner Ventures, TQ Ventures, Trajectory Ventures, Rohini Pandhi, Susa/Kivu Ventures |