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Key people at Originate Ventures.
Originate Ventures operates as an early-stage venture capital firm, supplying capital and operational support to its portfolio. The firm delivers seasoned guidance on critical business areas like team building, fundraising, and navigating challenges, equipping founders with insights and resources to realize their visions.
Established in September 2006, Originate Ventures was founded by managing partners Eric Arnson, Glen R. Bressner, and Mike Gausling. Their insight stemmed from direct entrepreneurial experience, valuing investor guidance rooted in practical leadership. Bressner brought extensive venture capital background, and Gausling had a prior role as a technology company co-founder and CEO.
The firm primarily targets emerging companies in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Originate Ventures’ mission ensures its chief executive officers possess comprehensive plans and resources, fostering robust development. The firm guides portfolio companies toward sustained growth and successful execution of objectives.
Originate Ventures has 4 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $20.0M Series D in Micro Interventional Devices in March 2019.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 8, 2019 | Micro Interventional Devices | $20.0M Series D | Thomas Osypka | BEN Franklin Technology Partners OF Northeastern Pennsylvania, Life Sciences Greenhouse OF Central Pennsylvania |
| Nov 15, 2011 | ThermalTherapeuticSystems | $800K Other Equity | Originate Ventures | — |
| Jun 20, 2011 | ProtonMedia | $4.5M Series B | Jason Palmer | Osage Venture Partners |
| Sep 30, 2009 | ThermalTherapeuticSystems | $2.8M Series A | Originate Ventures | — |
Key people at Originate Ventures.
