JUMP CAPITAL
JUMP CAPITAL is a Pre-seed, Seed and Series A fund in the US and Canada writing $1M–$50M checks into AI, Enterprise, Fintech, Security, application-software, infrastructure-software, future-of-commerce-media, blockchain-technology, digital-assets, blockchain and software-development.
- Stages
- Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
- Sectors
- AI, Enterprise, Fintech, Security, application-software, infrastructure-software, future-of-commerce-media, blockchain-technology, digital-assets, blockchain, software-development
- Check size
- $1M–$50M
- Invests in
- US-wide, Canada
- Actively investing
- Yes
- Founded
- 2012
- Assets under management
- $350M
- Website
- jumpcap.com
Thesis
Jump Capital is a thesis-driven venture capital firm founded in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Specializing in early-stage technology and software companies, the firm leverages operational expertise from its backing by Jump Trading founders. Their investment strategy is sector-focused, with a primary emphasis on B2B technology, particularly FinTech, application software, and infrastructure software. They also invest in the future of commerce & media, B2B SaaS, and the crypto ecosystem, including blockchain technology and digital assets. Jump Capital engages in pre-seed, seed, and Series A funding rounds, with typical investments ranging from $1 million to $10 million, though some sources indicate broader ranges up to $50 million. The firm actively seeks innovative solutions and entrepreneurs with strong execution capabilities, primarily focusing on North America but with influence in other geographies. They are known for their operator-centric approach, providing hands-on support and leveraging their network. In September 2021, Jump Capital closed its seventh fund at $350 million.
Common questions
Does JUMP CAPITAL invest at the Pre-seed stage?
Yes. JUMP CAPITAL lists Pre-seed, Seed and Series A among the stages it invests in.
What check size does JUMP CAPITAL write?
JUMP CAPITAL writes $1M–$50M checks.
Where does JUMP CAPITAL invest?
JUMP CAPITAL invests in the US and Canada.