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SLO Seed Ventures is an angel investment group providing early-stage capital and strategic mentorship to high-growth businesses on California's Central Coast. The organization invests in seed or Series A rounds, offering financial backing and guidance from experienced members. This integrated approach nurtures ventures, strengthening the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Established in late 2009 by five local business professionals, including co-founders Jo Anne Miller and Michael Salucci, SLO Seed Ventures originated from a clear insight. They identified the need for early-stage investment and comprehensive support for the San Luis Obispo entrepreneurial environment, leveraging collective expertise to build this resource.
SLO Seed Ventures supports local entrepreneurs and early-stage startups within the Central Coast, often collaborating with Cal Poly’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Its vision centers on cultivating a vibrant regional economy by empowering innovative businesses. It aims to be a foundational partner for companies poised for development, contributing to a dynamic local startup community.
SLO Seed Ventures has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $11.0M Series A in Mazen Animal Health - Oral Vaccines in May 2022.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2022 | Mazen Animal Health - Oral Vaccines | $11.0M Series A | Eric O'Brien | 1330 Investments, Addison Laboratories, AgFunder, AG Startup Engine, AG Ventures Alliance, Calpoly Ventures, ISAV, Kent Corporation, Next Level Ventures, Summit AG |
| Sep 9, 2014 | Edufii | $1.4M Series A | Frank Foster, Barry Paulk | Rudy Duran, Gideon Hixon Fund, Tech Coast Angels |
| Jan 7, 2013 | Senior Reports | $500K Seed | — | Bubba Murarka, Dave Mcclure, James Glinn, Geeks ON A Plane, Henry Parry Okeden, SLO Seed Ventures |
