Raven Indigenous Capital Partners

Raven Indigenous Capital Partners is an impact-driven venture capital firm investing in Indigenous and Native American businesses. It employs a culturally centered approach, providing patient capital to B2B and B2C enterprises across diverse sectors. Investments span seed through Series B, typically $250,000 to $3,000,000, supporting ventures enhancing Indigenous well-being and economic resilience.

The firm was co-founded in 2018 by Jeffrey Cyr, Paul Lacerte, and Stephen Nairne. Their motivation stemmed from recognizing chronic underfunding and barriers faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs, leading to this unique investment vehicle. The founders leveraged their experience to offer culturally-appropriate capital solutions, fostering economic empowerment and community advancement.

Raven Indigenous Capital Partners supports Indigenous and Native American entrepreneurs and businesses seeking growth capital and strategic guidance. Its vision focuses on empowering these entrepreneurs to develop thriving ventures generating lasting social, cultural, and environmental impact. The firm aims to reshape Indigenous economies, driving self-determination and prosperity.