CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL
CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL is a Seed, Series A and Series C+ fund in the US and Europe writing $2M–$3M checks into AI, Climate, energy-tech, data-analytics, sensors, iot, robotic-systems, blockchain, advanced-materials, manufacturing, logistics, chemicals, mining, industrial-automation, resource-tech and robotics.
- Stages
- Seed, Series A, Series C+
- Sectors
- AI, Climate, energy-tech, data-analytics, sensors, iot, robotic-systems, blockchain, advanced-materials, manufacturing, logistics, chemicals, mining, industrial-automation, resource-tech, robotics
- Check size
- $2M–$3M
- Invests in
- US-wide, Europe
- Actively investing
- Yes
- Founded
- 2001
- Assets under management
- $120 million
- Website
- chrysalix.com
Thesis
Chrysalix Venture Capital is a global technology venture capital firm founded in 2001, specializing in early-stage companies driving industrial innovation and sustainability within resource-intensive industries. Their investment thesis focuses on the convergence of digital intelligence and physical infrastructure, commercializing innovations for sectors such as energy, chemicals, mining, manufacturing, and logistics. They target technologies that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and promote environmental sustainability, with key interests in intelligent systems, energy tech, resource productivity, Industry 4.0, AI, data analytics, sensors, IoT, robotics, blockchain, advanced materials, and cleantech. Chrysalix primarily invests in seed, Series A, and growth stages, often leading or co-leading Series A and B rounds, with a geographic focus on North America and Europe. They leverage a unique model by raising capital from industrial LPs who can act as customers or acquirers. The Chrysalix RoboValley Fund closed at $100 million USD in January 2022, and a subsequent fund had a first close at $120 million USD targeting $155 million CAD. Typical check sizes range from $2 million to $3 million, with potential follow-on investment up to $15 million. The team possesses deep industrial and entrepreneurial expertise.
Common questions
Does CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL invest at the Seed stage?
Yes. CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL lists Seed, Series A and Series C+ among the stages it invests in.
What check size does CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL write?
CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL writes $2M–$3M checks.
Where does CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL invest?
CHRYSALIX VENTURE CAPITAL invests in the US and Europe.