Plesion Capital
Overview
Plesion Capital is a social impact venture capital firm founded in 2022. The firm focuses on making pre-seed and seed investments in mission-based startups in sub-Saharan Africa whose products and services aim to reduce poverty and create economic growth. Its investment sectors include food insecurity, clean water access, and both physical and digital infrastructure. The firm's name, 'Plesion', is a New Testament word for 'neighbor', reflecting its focus on service and community impact.
Portfolio Companies
3
Website
plesioncapital.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chpter | Sep 2024 | Pre Seed | Co-investor |
| Releaf Earth | Feb 2023 | Seed | Lead |
| Jackfruit Network | Sep 2024 | VC Round | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Plesion Capital based?
Plesion Capital is headquartered in Vienna, Virginia, United States.
When was Plesion Capital founded?
Founding year information for Plesion Capital is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does Plesion Capital have?
Plesion Capital has 3 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Plesion Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Chpter, Releaf Earth, Jackfruit Network.
What was Plesion Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Plesion Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Jackfruit Network in 2024.
What sectors does Plesion Capital focus on?
Plesion Capital focuses on FinTech, Energy & Sustainability, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does Plesion Capital focus on?
Plesion Capital typically invests at the Early stage.