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Signia Venture Partners

Redwood City, California · Invests in US · Website

Pre-SeedSeedSeries AConsumer Apps & SocialE-commerce & MarketplacesGamingB2B SaaSDeveloper ToolsFintechReal Estate & PropTechEdTechEnterprise SoftwareFintech & PaymentsDeveloper Tools & Infrastructure

Thesis

Partner with passionate entrepreneurs building companies that change the way we live, work, play, or learn. We're operator-first investors who provide capital, strategic guidance, and operational mentorship alongside network and investor connections.

Likely not a fit for

Pure financial engineering, highly saturated categories with limited differentiation, teams without domain expertise, passive board member arrangements

How they invest

Lead or follow
Usually leads
Typical decision
~2 weeks
Warm intro
Preferred
Involvement
Takes a board seat
Fund status
Actively deploying
Assets under mgmt
$300M
Decision process
Partnership vote

Partners & team

4 contacts on file

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Gina Domizio

Team Member · Primary contact

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g•••@si•••.com

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Ed Cluss

PartnerPartner

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e•••@si•••.com

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Rick Thompson

General PartnerCo-Founder, Managing Partner

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Anagha Raje

Platform & OpsFinance Executive

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Portfolio

9countConsumer Apps Social

9count is a mobile app company that launched in 2018 with a mission to help people feel connected. It has released multiple apps that help people connect with one another through chatting, live video, games, and more.

Hello AliceEnterprise Software

Hello Alice is a platform designed to support small business owners by providing resources, personalized growth plans, and access to funding opportunities, including grants and loans. The platform aims to improve the financial health of businesses and facilitate their growth.

ApplePie CapitalFintech Payments

ApplePie Capital is an online lender that provides a fresh approach to franchise financing, a growing market with over $130 Billion in annual debt capital demand. We believe in the power of franchising to create economic growth and jobs, and are committed to fueling that growth by bringing market participants together in a new way. ApplePie originates loans to entrepreneurs and small business owners supported by exceptional franchise brands with proven performance history and strong growth.

Arena Club

Arena Club is revolutionizing the collectibles market with its innovative digital card show, where collectors can buy, sell, and trade cards in a dynamic marketplace. The platform offers advanced features such as grading, authentication, secure vaulting, and digital pack openings, empowering users to create personalized online showrooms.

AtmoEnterprise Software

Atmo is a leading company in AI-powered weather forecasting, utilizing deep learning to provide ultra-precise weather predictions and modifications. Their technology integrates data from various sources to deliver forecasts faster and with greater accuracy than traditional methods.

Blue Ocean GearEnterprise Software

Blue Ocean Gear provides innovative technology solutions for ocean-based businesses, focusing on real-time tracking and monitoring of fishing gear through their Smart Buoy system.

CollectiveFintech Payments

Collective provides an all-in-one financial solution for self-employed entrepreneurs, offering tools, back-office support, and expert guidance to help members save time and money on their business taxes.

ConstructorEcommerce Marketplaces

Constructor offers a suite of AI-native tools designed for enterprise ecommerce, focusing on hyper-personalized search and product discovery to enhance customer experiences and drive conversions.

Cruise

Cruise is a pioneering company in the autonomous driving sector, aiming to redefine the driving experience through self-driving technology. As part of General Motors, Cruise is focused on developing autonomous vehicles that enhance safety, convenience, and enjoyment for drivers.

ExerHealthcare Digital

Exer is a digital health company building AI-powered mobile apps that analyze human motion to help providers achieve better outcomes for MSK and Chronic Care, without the need for extra hardware or sensors.

FeluxEnterprise Software

Felux is an AI-powered operating system designed specifically for the steel industry, automating the management of RFQs and customer relationships to enhance sales efficiency and visibility.

Fortem TechnologiesSecurity Cyber

Fortem Technologies is a leader in airspace security, delivering advanced solutions that protect against autonomous aerial threats while ensuring safety for advanced air mobility. Their SkyDome® Family of Systems includes TrueView™ sensors, command-and-control software, and autonomous DroneHunter® interceptors.

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Signia Venture Partners Research Investment Thesis Signia Venture Partners is an early-stage venture capital fund founded in 2012 and headquartered in Redwood City, California. Led by serial entrepreneur and investor Rick Thompson, the firm invests in passionate entrepreneurs building impactful, world-changing companies across multiple sectors. The fund takes a hands-on, operator-led approach to v

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