Kalamazoo Forward Ventures
VC Fund
Kalamazoo, United States
Kalamazoo Forward Ventures is an investment fund dedicated to fostering the entrepreneurial ecosystem. It provides financial support and resources to innovative startups and businesses, helping them grow and thrive. Kalamazoo's mission is to empower entrepreneurs by connecting them with capital, mentorship, and strategic guidance, ultimatelycontributing to a vibrant and sustainable economic landscape.
- Total investments:
- 5
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 40%
Last updated:
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Industries Kalamazoo Forward Ventures invests in
Stages Kalamazoo Forward Ventures invests in
Countries Kalamazoo Forward Ventures invests in
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
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Daniel Jefferies
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Investment Focus
Industry
- Artificial Intelligence 3 (60%)
- Robotics 1 (20%)
- Education 1 (20%)
- Navigation 1 (20%)
- Therapeutics 1 (20%)
Stage
- Seed 2 (40%)
- Pre-Seed 1 (20%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Daniel Jefferies
Managing Partner,
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Managing Partner, | Total investments: 2 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
Bridgecare
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BridgeCare provides schools w/ an on-demand solution that couples AI and certified coaches to improve student mental wellness & success. | Seed / May 14, 2026 | |
CircNova
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CircNova is a biotechnology company that utilizes AI to generate, analyze, and identify circular RNA for therapeutic development. | $3.3M / Seed / Feb 21, 2025 | |
Glidance
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Glidance develops a self-driving mobility aid for people with sight loss. It leverages advancements in robotics, AI, and autonomous systems to guide people with sight loss where they want to go. With the aid of its advanced technology, users may navigate through crowds of people and around objects with ease and safety, getting to a door, stairwell,or park seat in the area. | Pre-Seed / Oct 01, 2024 | |
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Glidance
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Glidance develops a self-driving mobility aid for people with sight loss. It leverages advancements in robotics, AI, and autonomous systems to guide people with sight loss where they want to go. With the aid of its advanced technology, users may navigate through crowds of people and around objects with ease and safety, getting to a door, stairwell,or park seat in the area. | Pre-Seed / Oct 01, 2024 | |
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Glidance
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Glidance develops a self-driving mobility aid for people with sight loss. It leverages advancements in robotics, AI, and autonomous systems to guide people with sight loss where they want to go. With the aid of its advanced technology, users may navigate through crowds of people and around objects with ease and safety, getting to a door, stairwell,or park seat in the area. | $1.4M / Pre-Seed / Jan 01, 2024 |
Co-Investors
Grep VC
2 deals together
Michigan Rise
2 deals together
Alliance of Angels
1 deal together
City Side Ventures
1 deal together
Exit Quotient Ventures
1 deal together
Greenwood and Cavalier
1 deal together
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FAQ
What does Kalamazoo Forward Ventures invest in?
Kalamazoo Forward Ventures invests primarily in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Education startups, most often at Seed and Pre-Seed stage. Most of the 5 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United States. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
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Who are the partners at Kalamazoo Forward Ventures?
The team at Kalamazoo Forward Ventures includes Daniel Jefferies (Managing Partner,). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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