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Serra Ventures

Venture Capital · Champaign (United States), Chicago (United States), San Diego (United States), Park City (United States) · Founded 1998

About

Serra Ventures is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage growth companies with deep technology solving industry-specific problems. Initially supporting Midwest innovation, Serra now invests nationwide, emphasizing strong teams and capital-efficient business models. The firm prioritizes building relational bonds with portfolio company leaders, providing coaching and value beyond financial investment.

Investment Stages

Seed, Series A, Series B

Industry Focus

AgTech, FinTech, IT, SaaS

Portfolio Companies

Hercutech, Phi Optics, Serionix, Snapshot Energy, Paystand, Vytelle, Surefyre, Backstitch, Network Perception, Evisort, BrighterFuture, Mast Reforestation, Volur, Hazel Technologies, Crispr QC, Conservation Labs, Serionix, Breedr, HerdDogg, Hypercell Technologies, VerisimLife, iFab, Bonsai Robotics, Provision Analytics, Swarm Engineering, WebCareHealth

Team (3)

  • Dennis Beard - MANAGING PARTNER
  • Rob Schultz - MANAGING PARTNER
  • Tim Hoerr - CEO & MANAGING PARTNER