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Carey Ransom is the Managing Partner at Operate, a venture capital firm where he leads investment strategy and provides operational guidance to high-growth technology companies.
Carey Ransom primarily invests in early to growth-stage technology companies, with a focus on B2B SaaS, enterprise software, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation platforms.
Carey Ransom works as the Managing Partner at Operate, a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in and supporting innovative technology businesses.
Carey Ransom is the Managing Director of BankTech Ventures and President of Operate, based in Southern California. At BankTech Ventures, he manages a $115 million strategic investment fund backed by over 100 community bank limited partners, while his venture studio Operate oversees a portfolio of more than 30 data-centric software and fintech startups. During his 25-year career, he served as Chief Operating Officer at Aspiration, where he scaled the workforce from 20 to 200 employees, and held executive positions including Chief Product and Innovation Officer at Experian Consumer Services. He was also the founding Chief Marketing Officer of the fintech company Happy Money and has made 25 personal angel investments since 2003. Ransom leverages his extensive operational background to focus on seed and Series A investments in B2B SaaS, financial technology, and community banking solutions.
Carey Ransom stands as a pivotal figure in the venture capital landscape, serving as the Managing Partner at Operate. In this critical role, he is instrumental in shaping the firm's investment thesis, leading strategic capital deployment, and guiding portfolio companies toward sustained success. Ransom's leadership at Operate is characterized by a hands-on, operator-first approach, reflecting the firm's commitment to not just funding, but actively building alongside its entrepreneurs. This philosophy ensures that portfolio companies receive more than just capital; they gain a strategic partner deeply invested in their operational excellence and long-term growth.
His investment focus at Operate spans a diverse range of high-growth technology sectors, with a particular emphasis on B2B SaaS, enterprise software, artificial intelligence, and platforms that facilitate digital transformation. Carey seeks out companies with robust business models, disruptive technologies, and, most importantly, exceptional founding teams poised to execute on ambitious visions. He is known for his ability to identify early-stage ventures with significant market potential and provide the strategic guidance necessary to navigate complex growth phases, from product-market fit to scaling operations and preparing for subsequent funding rounds. His expertise extends to market analysis, competitive positioning, and fostering sustainable growth strategies.
Carey Ransom's distinguished career background provides a strong foundation for his current role. Prior to his tenure at Operate, he cultivated a rich history as a successful entrepreneur and seasoned operator within the technology industry. This firsthand experience of building and scaling companies from the ground up gives him a unique perspective, enabling him to deeply understand the challenges and opportunities faced by founders. His operational acumen is a significant asset, allowing him to offer invaluable insights into product development, market strategy, team building, and operational efficiency for Operate's portfolio companies. He has a proven track record of helping companies optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and achieve strategic exits. While specific notable investments are often confidential or evolve, Carey has been instrumental in backing a portfolio of innovative companies that have gone on to achieve significant milestones, demonstrating his keen eye for disruptive potential and market leadership across various tech verticals. His strategic vision continues to drive Operate's mission to empower the next generation of technological innovators and build enduring businesses.
