Third Wave Ventures
Overview
Launched in 1996 to incubate seed stage startups, Third Wave Ventures pioneered a committed capital fund strategy by becoming the funding partner to founders, bringing in select strategic participants in later rounds, but avoiding syndications with financial institutions . In the deep tech fields of semiconductors, clean energy and IOT, their companies aim to improve lives and transform society . Third Wave Ventures backs exceptional entrepreneurs who have demonstrated success over multiple startups .
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| VideoAmp | Dec 2014 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Ostendo Technologies, Inc. | Jun 2014 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Third Wave Ventures based?
Third Wave Ventures is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, United States.
When was Third Wave Ventures founded?
Third Wave Ventures was founded in 1996.
How many portfolio companies does Third Wave Ventures have?
Third Wave Ventures has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Third Wave Ventures's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include VideoAmp, Ostendo Technologies, Inc..
What was Third Wave Ventures's most recent investment shown here?
Third Wave Ventures's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in VideoAmp in 2014.
What sectors does Third Wave Ventures focus on?
Third Wave Ventures focuses on Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Consumer & Commerce.
What company stages does Third Wave Ventures focus on?
Third Wave Ventures typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Third Wave Ventures's AUM?
Third Wave Ventures's assets under management are estimated between $250.0M and $500.0M.