Corazon Capital

Corazon Capital is a Chicago-based venture capital firm founded in 2014 by Sam Yagan and Steve Farsht. The firm focuses on early-stage investments, particularly in Pre-Seed, Seed, and Series A rounds, emphasizing a hands-on approach with both financial and operational support for entrepreneurs. Their portfolio spans various sectors, including e-commerce, direct-to-consumer brands, education technology, and more. Notable investments include SpotHero, Telnyx, and Tripscout. In December 2021, Corazon Capital raised a $100 million third fund and a $34 million sidecar fund for follow-on investments.

The firm's investment strategy is characterized by a rare blend of investing experience and operational expertise, providing unusually pragmatic, actionable counsel to the entrepreneurs it supports. Corazon Capital believes that the best entrepreneurs and the smartest VCs will intentionally solicit both financial and operating investors in their syndicates, with Corazon Capital recognized across geographies for its deep operating knowledge and reach inside and outside of Chicago.

Corazon Capital's team has served as CEOs of companies, executed over $1 billion in acquisitions, held over 50 board seats, and invested more than $350 million in private companies. Their values include authenticity, courage, humanity, curiosity, and humility, reflecting a commitment to fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems and supporting founders with heart.