Artesian Capital Management

Artesian Capital Management is a global alternative investment management firm specializing in venture capital, debt, and impact investing strategies. Founded in 2004, the firm focuses on sectors such as ClimateTech, FoodTech, and various agricultural technologies. Artesian manages funds for government organizations, pension and superannuation funds, insurance companies, corporations, financial planners, and family offices. Committed to identifying global value and fostering sustainability, Artesian invests in technology startups addressing critical global challenges, offering services like Venture Capital as a Service and innovation advisory. The iconic outback windmill logo symbolizes their mission to deliver sustainable performance in challenging environments.

Artesian's investment approach spans multiple stages, including Seed, Series A, Series B, Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO, Buyout, Turnaround, and Distressed investments. The firm has a diverse geographical focus, with investments in Australia, the United States, China, Indonesia, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. Their industry focus encompasses Agriculture, Technology, Clean Energy, Medtech, FoodTech, ClimateTech, Software, Hardware, and FMCG sectors. Artesian's investment sizes range from $1 million to $50 million, catering to a wide array of startups and growth-stage companies.

In addition to direct investments, Artesian offers Venture Capital as a Service (VCaaS), providing a turnkey venture solution for strategic investors. This model enables partners to access, engage with, and extract value from the startup ecosystem through a structured, end-to-end investment process. Artesian acts as an extension of the partner's team, combining VC expertise and operational rigor to co-develop investment strategies, implement tailored operating models, source and evaluate deals, facilitate investment decisions, and support both the investor and startups throughout the lifecycle. This approach bridges the innovation investment gap, delivering both financial returns and strategic impact while supporting startups underserved by traditional VC.

Artesian's portfolio includes over 500 startup investments across the Asia Pacific region, with a strong emphasis on agrifood, clean energy, and medtech sectors. The firm has offices in Australia, China, Indonesia, Singapore, the United States, and the United Kingdom, reflecting its global presence and commitment to fostering innovation and sustainability worldwide.

Artesian's investment philosophy centers on long-term ownership and sustainable growth, aiming to be the buyer of choice for sellers of private businesses in select areas. The firm seeks companies that value employee retention, consistency throughout the transaction process, and a partner with a long-term investment horizon. This approach underscores Artesian's dedication to building enduring partnerships and supporting the growth and success of its portfolio companies over time.