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Venturerock is a venture building and venture investment platform. We advance technology, science and innovation to co-create and grow the next-gen of global tech companies.
Key people at Venture Rock.
Venture Rock was founded in 2018 by Marc Wesselink (Co-Founder).
Venturerock is a venture building and investment platform focused on advancing technology, science, and innovation to co-create and grow the next generation of global tech companies. Their mission centers on democratizing access to equity-based capital for ventures while increasing transparency and liquidity for investors. Venturerock combines a venture building studio with a structured 72-step development program designed to create highly successful companies. They invest across multiple rounds from pre-seed to scale, using a metered and auditable process where founders earn equity based on progress metrics. Their approach integrates founders, corporate partners, industry professionals, and media into a 360-degree network that propels ventures forward. They also innovate with a unique entrepreneurial residence called Venturerock Habitat, which consolidates venture building needs into a single environment[1][4].
Venturerock was founded with the vision of reinventing how ventures are built and funded, emphasizing impact-driven, rebellious solutions. The platform emerged to address inefficiencies in traditional venture capital by combining venture building expertise with investment in a transparent, founder-aligned model. While the exact founding year and key partners are not explicitly stated, their evolution includes building a multi-tier capital distribution platform and a comprehensive venture building operating system, reflecting a shift from pure investment to active venture creation and support[1].
Venturerock rides the trend of venture building combined with investment, addressing the growing demand for more hands-on, founder-centric venture capital models. The timing is critical as startups face increasing challenges in scaling and accessing capital transparently. By integrating venture building with investment and creating physical and network infrastructure (Habitat and 360 Network), Venturerock influences the ecosystem by fostering innovation, reducing barriers to capital, and accelerating the growth of impact-driven tech companies globally. Their approach aligns with broader market forces emphasizing sustainability, inclusivity, and technological advancement[1][4].
Venturerock is positioned to expand its influence by continuing to refine its venture building formula and scaling its global capital platform. Future trends shaping their journey include increased demand for transparent, founder-aligned funding models and integrated support ecosystems. Their innovative Habitat concept may redefine how startups access resources and community. As the venture capital landscape evolves, Venturerock’s blend of investment, operational support, and network effects could make it a key player in shaping the next generation of global tech leaders[1][4].
Key people at Venture Rock.
Venture Rock was founded in 2018 by Marc Wesselink (Co-Founder).
Venture Rock has 1 tracked investment across 1 company. The latest tracked deal is $2.0M Seed in UNL in March 2020.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2020 | UNL | $2.0M Seed | Elev8.VC, HERE | William BAO Bean, Venture Rock |
